Arbitration along the Belt and Road: An East-West Dialogue on Comparative Insights and Future Synergies

Presentation

In today's context of deepening international cooperation and cross-border integration, efficient and reliable dispute resolution mechanisms stand as a cornerstone for maintaining the smooth circulation of the global economy. The China International Economic and Trade Arbitration Commission (CIETAC) cordially invites global leaders from the legal and business communities to gather for a professional symposium under the theme "Arbitration along the Belt and Road: An East-West Dialogue on Comparative Insights and Future Synergies" This event is not only a profound convergence of cutting-edge arbitration perspectives but also a collaborative exploration toward the future development of international arbitration.

This event aims to build a robust bridge for legal dialogue between the East and the West, delving deeply into the shared foundations of arbitration philosophy, rules, and practices across the two major legal traditions, while sparking innovative thinking in institutional design and practical approaches. Against the backdrop of the Belt and Road Initiative, which continues to deepen the landscape of global connectivity, the East and the West—as representative forces of distinct civilizations and global economic development—bring together the collective wisdom of arbitration experts. Their exchange holds critical strategic significance for shaping a more adaptive, inclusive, and efficient international arbitration ecosystem. We firmly believe that through this in-depth dialogue, participants will jointly refine best practices in dispute resolution, tailored to complex international projects and multicultural contexts, thereby safeguarding the high-quality development of global economic and trade cooperation and the Belt and Road Initiative.
This event is kindly supported by Jus Mundi and White & Case.
Program：
9:30-10:00 Registration
10:00-10:25 Welcome Remarks
10:25-10:30 MOU Signing between CIETAC and MIAC
10:30-11:25 Panel 1 Procedural Rules: Convergence and Innovation for Efficiency
11:25-11:35 Q&A
11:35-12:20 Panel 2 The Path Forward: Synergy and Evolution through Technology, Governance, and Cooperation
12:20-12:30 Q&A
12:30 Reception