As part of the 10th edition of the world’s largest international arbitration conference—Paris Arbitration Week (PAW)—the Baku Arbitration Center organized a roundtable discussion titled “Architects of Arbitration: The Role of Arbitration Institutions.”
The panel featured prominent representatives of the field, including Kemala Mehdiyeva, Chairperson of the Board of the Baku Arbitration Center; Kevin Nash of the London Court of International Arbitration; Barton Legum of the Stockholm Chamber of Commerce Arbitration Institute; Christopher Campbell-Holt OBE of the Astana International Financial Centre Court and Arbitration Center; and Yasin Ekmen of the Istanbul Arbitration Center.
The roundtable examined the evolving role of arbitration institutions in resolving international disputes. Discussions focused on whether these institutions are becoming the true architects of arbitration practice and how they can build trust in developing markets and legal jurisdictions.
Participants also addressed key challenges, including the impact of digitalization, increasing procedural efficiency, promoting diversity in arbitrator appointments, and managing geopolitical risks in an increasingly complex global environment.
Looking ahead, participants exchanged views on how arbitration institutions may evolve over the next decade and what adaptations will be necessary to remain effective and relevant in a rapidly changing world.
