The International Dispute Resolution Conference 2019 was a one-day event held on April 17, 2019, at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre. Organized by the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL), the Hong Kong Mediation Centre (HKMC), and the International Dispute Resolution & Risk Management Institute (IDRRMI), in collaboration with the Department of Justice of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government, the conference aimed to foster discussions on emerging trends in dispute resolution and the impact of the newly approved "Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation" on the international business environment.

The conference featured four sub-themes: the trend of using international dispute resolution to address trading and investment disputes; the Convention on International Settlement Agreements Resulting from Mediation; state-to-state dispute resolution and investor-state dispute resolution; and mediation as a smart way to resolve international intellectual property disputes. These topics were explored through presentations and panel discussions by over 25 international and regional experts, practitioners, academics, judges, and senior government officials.

The event provided a unique opportunity for experts, practitioners, officials, scholars, entrepreneurs, and those interested in dispute resolution to exchange ideas and network with others across the globe. With more than 850 participants in attendance, the conference facilitated meaningful discussions and collaborations among professionals in the field.

The conference was particularly relevant for legal professionals, mediators, arbitrators, academics, and business leaders involved in international trade and investment. Attendees gained valuable insights into the latest developments in dispute resolution and the implications of new international agreements, enhancing their ability to navigate and manage cross-border disputes effectively.

Speakers(27)

Dr. Christopher To

Executive Director at Construction Industry Council

Dr. Christopher To is the Executive Director of the Construction Industry Council and an experienced arbitrator and mediator.

Dr. Francis Law Wai Hung

President at Hong Kong Mediation Centre (HKMC)

Dr. Francis Law Wai Hung is the President of the Hong Kong Mediation Centre and Chairman of the International Dispute Resolution & Risk Management Institute.

H.E. Mr. Xie Feng

Commissioner at Office of the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the HKSAR

H.E. Mr. Xie Feng serves as the Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region.

Mr. Christopher To

Barrister-at-Law at Gilt Chambers

Mr. Christopher To is a Barrister-at-Law at Gilt Chambers with expertise in arbitration and mediation.

Mr. David W. Rivkin

Partner at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP

Mr. David W. Rivkin is a Partner at Debevoise & Plimpton LLP and former President of the International Bar Association.

Mr. Gary Born

Chair at International Arbitration Practice Group, Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP

Mr. Gary Born is the Chair of the International Arbitration Practice Group at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP.

Mr. Justin D'Agostino

Global Head of Dispute Resolution at Herbert Smith Freehills

Mr. Justin D'Agostino is the Global Head of Dispute Resolution at Herbert Smith Freehills, with extensive experience in international arbitration.

Mr. Liu Chunhua

Minister of Legal Department at Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR

Mr. Liu Chunhua is the Minister of the Legal Department at the Liaison Office of the Central People's Government in the HKSAR.

Mr. Matthew Gearing, QC

Partner at Allen & Overy

Mr. Matthew Gearing is a Queen's Counsel and Partner at Allen & Overy, specializing in international arbitration.

Mr. Michael Moser

Arbitrator at 20 Essex Street Chambers

Mr. Michael Moser is an arbitrator at 20 Essex Street Chambers and former Chair of the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre.

Event Details

Date
June 28, 2019
Location
🇭🇰 Hong Kong
N201, Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, 1 Expo Drive, Wanchai, Hong Kong
Pricing
Free Admission
Audience
Legal professionals, mediators, arbitrators, academics, business leaders
CLE Credits
7.5 CPD points from HKMC, IDRRMI, FDRC, HKMAAL, and The Law Society of Hong Kong
Attendees
Over 850 participants

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