The UNIDROIT Centenary Regional Event for the Americas is a significant gathering organized by the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT) to commemorate its 100th anniversary. This event is scheduled to take place in Santiago, Chile, and is co-sponsored by the Law Faculties of the Universities of Chile, Adolfo Ibáñez, and the Pontificia Universidad Católica de Chile, as well as the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Chile.
The event will focus on key topics pertinent to the harmonization and modernization of private and commercial law across the Americas. Sessions will delve into areas such as international commercial contracts, secured transactions, and the role of UNIDROIT instruments in facilitating cross-border trade and investment. Discussions will also address the challenges and opportunities in implementing these instruments within the diverse legal systems of the region.
Attendees can look forward to engaging with esteemed legal scholars, practitioners, and policymakers from across the Americas. The event will feature keynote speeches, panel discussions, and interactive workshops designed to foster dialogue and collaboration. Additionally, there will be ample networking opportunities, allowing participants to connect with peers and explore potential partnerships.
This event is ideal for legal professionals, academics, government officials, and business leaders interested in the development and application of uniform legal instruments in the Americas. Participation will provide valuable insights into the latest developments in private law harmonization and offer a platform to contribute to the ongoing discourse shaping the future of international legal cooperation in the region.
Speakers(9)
Alvaro Galindo
Dean of the Law School at Universidad de las Americas
Mr. Galindo is the Dean of the Law School at Universidad de las Americas and an International Counsel specializing in dispute resolution, particularly involving Latin American jurisdictions. He has significant experience representing sovereign states in international forums and serves as an Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University Law Center.
Antenor Madruga
Cecilia Fresnedo de Aguirre
Former Professor of Private International Law at University of the Republic Law School
Prof. Dr. Fresnedo de Aguirre is a former professor at the University of the Republic Law School in Uruguay, with extensive experience in Private International Law. She has authored numerous publications and served in various international legal organizations.
Edgardo Muñoz
Professor of Law at Universidad Panamericana
Prof. Muñoz is a Professor at Universidad Panamericana in Mexico, specializing in international commercial law. He is a Member of the CISG Advisory Council and a Correspondent of UNIDROIT in Mexico.
Eduard Derek Wille
Judge at High Court of South Africa
Judge Wille was appointed to the High Court of South Africa in 2017 after nearly thirty years in private practice. He has a particular interest in commercial law and Private International Law, and has utilized UNIDROIT Principles in several High Court judgments.
Etsuko Sugiyama
Professor of Law at Hitotsubashi University
Prof. Sugiyama is a Professor at Hitotsubashi University in Japan, specializing in civil procedural laws and alternative dispute resolutions. She has served as a member of various legislative councils and represents Japan at UNCITRAL Working Group V on Insolvency.
Faruk Kerem Giray
Professor of Private International Law at Istanbul University
Dr. Giray is a Professor at Istanbul University's Law Faculty, specializing in Private International Law. He has conducted extensive research in international investment arbitration and has been appointed as a Correspondent of Turkey by UNIDROIT.
Marek Dubovec
Director of Law Reform Programs at International Law Institute
Dr. Dubovec is the Director of Law Reform Programs at the International Law Institute, with over 15 years of experience working with UNCITRAL and UNIDROIT on drafting international legal instruments. He has assisted numerous countries in modernizing their commercial law frameworks.
Teresa Rodríguez de las Heras Ballell
Associate Professor of Commercial Law at University Carlos III of Madrid
Dr. Rodríguez de las Heras Ballell is an Associate Professor at University Carlos III of Madrid, specializing in commercial law with a focus on secured transactions and digital law. She has served as a Sir Roy Goode Scholar at UNIDROIT and is involved in various international legal harmonization projects.
Event Details
- Date
- November 11-12, 2026
- 2 days
- Location
- 🇨🇱 Santiago, Chile
- Santiago, Chile
- Audience
- Legal professionals, academics, government officials, business leaders
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