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Ciarb announces its 2025 presidential election results

The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (Ciarb) has announced the results of its 2025 Presidential election, appointing Cesar Pereira C.Arb FCIArb as deputy president for 2025 with a view to assuming the presidency in 2026, and Michael Tonkin C.Arb FCIArb as vice-president for 2025, with plans to serve as deputy president in 2026 and president in 2027. In their respective addresses, the candidates emphasised their commitment to strengthening collaboration among the Institute’s global branches, enhancing international exposure and professional development for members, and advancing alternative dispute resolution through improved networking and training. Interim chief executive Don McIntyre expressed confidence in the ability of the new appointees to further the Institute’s mission through strategic leadership, public advocacy and sustained professional excellence. Source: Congratulations to the new President and Vice President for 2026

Law Society welcomes UK signing of Council of Europe lawyer protection treaty

The Law Society of England and Wales has welcomed the UK's signing of the Convention for the Protection of the Profession of Lawyer, adopted by the Council of Europe. The Convention, signed on 14 May 2025, represents the first binding international treaty focused specifically on lawyer safety and protection. The treaty establishes protections against harassment, threats and interference with lawyers' professional duties. It has been designed to allow countries beyond Europe to sign and ratify it, with the UK becoming one of the first signatories.

Westerberg & Partners publishes 2025 survey report on Nordic arbitral institutions

Westerberg & Partners has published a comprehensive survey report analysing the Nordic arbitration landscape in 2025. The report, authored by Natalia Petrik, examines governance structures, caseloads, costs and procedural durations across Nordic arbitral institutions. It includes comparative analysis of arbitrator demographics, digitalisation levels and benchmarking against International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) arbitration practices. The report aims to provide practical insights for arbitration practitioners, in-house counsel, and businesses operating in Nordic jurisdictions.

PCA publishes 2024 Annual Report

The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) has published its 2024 Annual Report highlighting the administration of 243 cases, including 51 new proceedings and marks the PCA's 125th anniversary. The report details the Third Congress of the Members of the Court, held from 12 to 14 June 2024 at the Peace Palace in The Hague, which gathered 344 participants from 109 countries to reaffirm the PCA’s role in peaceful international dispute settlement. Additionally, the accession of the Republic of Vanuatu and the Democratic Republic of Timor-Leste as the 123rd and 124th Contracting Parties reflects international confidence in the PCA’s mission. The PCA also established a new Host Country Agreement with Paraguay. Cases administrated during the year involved partes from over 118 states. There were also 51 requests relating to PCA's appointing services.

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