FOR WHOME CEOs Senior and middle managers In-house legal counsel Professional advisors who are looking to equip themselves in managing the risk of disputes arising in business relationships Special Session : Arbitration: The Nuts and Bolts This session will provide the audience with an explanation of how arbitration currently functions as a mechanism for the resolution of disputes and how it operates to prevent disputes from being litigated in Court proceedings. It will explain why arbitration proceedings move much faster than Court proceedings and how this translates to benefits for businesses. The difference between institutional arbitration and ad hoc arbitration will also be considered and key features and concepts such as the importance of the seat of arbitration and the finality of the award explained. Attention will be given to conducting arbitrations of sector specific disputes, including in sectors such as manufacturing, technology, projects and infrastructure, logistics, maritime, and commodities. The session will conclude with a discussion on the drafting of arbitration clauses, with the essential elements of such clauses explained. Panel Discussion: The audience will have the benefit of insights from the panelists on the legal framework for international arbitration, in India, including recent developments and trends including the current landscape in India. The panelists will also provide practical tips from the panelists on how to prosecute an arbitration effectively, including on matters such as case preparation, document production, and the selection of arbitrators and avoiding delaying tactics by an unscrupulous party. The panelists will also provide their views on strategies for the enforcement of foreign arbitration awards in India. Questions from the audience will also be fielded. Key Takeaways: Understanding the essential elements, characteristics and benefits of arbitration. Being equipped with the necessary knowledge to decide whether to opt for arbitration. An understanding of the legal framework for international arbitration including recent developments and trends. Gaining insights into the practical considerations and challenges of conducting international arbitration. Learning about the role of the courts in supporting and supervising international arbitration proceedings. Exploring the use of international arbitration in specific industries and sectors, such as manufacturing, technology, projects and infrastructure, logistics, maritime, and commodities. Networking with other professionals in the field, including arbitrators, lawyers, and business leaders, to share experiences and best practices.