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Dec 04, 2025
Artificial intelligence (AI) is developing rapidly in China, with the number of patents and the size of the market both ranking highly among countries. However, this rapid development has posed new challenges to the legal framework, ethical norms and social governance, prompting China to continuously adjust and improve the relevant regulatory system.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">YoungLawyers0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRights0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">BreakfastsJoin us at the awards breakfast where the IBA Award for Outstanding Contribution by a Legal Practitioner to Human Rights, the IBA Outstanding Young Lawyer Award, in recognition of William Reece Smith Jr and the IBA Pro Bono Award, will be presented.
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Apr 22, 2022
This article discusses the recent SEC case involving PwC and highlights the wider implications for intermediary institutions providing professional services in a tightened regulatory and enforcement regime in China’s banking and financial sector.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRights0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">RuleOfLawThe international ecosystem of courts and legal protections that preserves and promotes rule of law, human rights and democracy seem to be in peril.
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Feb 17, 2023
This article will outline the development of China’s restrictions on the cross-border transfer of personal information (PI export), detailing PI export mechanisms provided by the Personal Information Protection Law. It will also explain the practical implications of the restrictions.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsIn this session we will look at how human rights issues can arise and are being dealt with in international arbitration.
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By Yi-An (Ann) Lai. Alipay and the impact of e-payment systems resulting in new regulations in China and other jurisdictions.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsThis session will look at how human rights breaches feature in criminal enforcement action against corporates.
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Sep 27, 2023
The rise in popularity of generative artificial intelligence (‘generative AI’) has ignited the discussion on whether junior employees can be replaced by it. Some have gone to the extent of questioning whether professionals, such as lawyers, can also be replaced by generative AI. Is it wise to replace junior employees or lawyers with generative AI? What factors should be considered before deploying generative AI tools in your business? To consider these questions, we first need to understand the basic workings of generative AI and what it can offer. Fundamentally, AI is intelligence that is not biological. The general understanding is that machines will be ascribed with this intelligence. These machines have the ability to interpret, learn from and process external data in a way that is similar to the capabilities of the human mind. Generative AI is a type of AI program that generates content from a data set. It uses deep learning, a type of machine learning system that behaves like a neural network to simulate the functions of a human brain. In other words, it can mimic human intelligence by exhibiting analytical skills to create new content. Not only can generative AI be utilised in chatbot programs to create text, but it can also be used in programs that can create images, sound or videos. This article will consider two major forms of generative AI, in the context of risks to businesses: chatbots using generative pre-trained transformer technology programs; and image generating programs.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsHistorically, water has been allocated putting the highest priority on human uses - water for domestic, agricultural and industrial purposes.
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Jul 08, 2025
Mediation is on the rise internationally as a means to settle disputes in a cost-effective manner. Chinese parties appear to be increasingly interested in mediation as an option. This article examines the evolving landscape of mediation in China and internationally. It considers how mediation for Chinese parties is evolving and whether mediation is a good option for Chinese parties in cross-border disputes. Commercial mediation has seen remarkable growth, bolstered by a supportive PRC judicial system and legislative initiatives encouraging parties to find harmonious ways to resolve disputes. The article analyses the three primary types of mediation in China: people’s mediation, administrative mediation, and commercial mediation. It also looks at mediation rules and proceedings in common law jurisdictions, such as Hong Kong, Singapore, and the United States. The article anecdotally considers the cultural elements, emphasising the Chinese parties’ preference for evaluative mediation styles as a reflection of civil law. Through case studies of international disputes involving Chinese and US parties, the article illustrates the practical dynamics of mediation involving Chinese parties and underscores the importance of cultural sensitivity in international mediation. As Chinese parties continue to go global, mediation is emerging as an attractive option for efficient and cost-effective dispute resolution. This analysis assesses whether the promotion of mediation is yielding tangible outcomes and explores the future of mediation involving Chinese and foreign parties.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">RuleOfLaw0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">BreakfastsWe are at a critical moment in world history.
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Jun 12, 2024
The new Foreign State Immunity Law 2023 of the People’s Republic of China came into force on 1 January 2024. This shifts the country (as well as its special administrative regions, Hong Kong and Macau) away from absolute state immunity to restrictive state immunity, bringing it more in line with the relatively prevalent practice among the international community. This article discusses the status of state immunity in public international law, analyses the new law’s provisions and examines practical challenges that will be faced by those seeking to utilise this law to enforce judgments or awards against foreign states and state entities, and the new law’s innovations that go beyond the United Nations Convention on Jurisdictional Immunities of States and Their Property of 2004 and the UK State Immunity Act 1978.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">DiversityInclusion0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">RuleOfLawThis session seeks to explore issues of gender parity in the legal profession following the launch of the ground breaking IBA & LexisNexis Rule of Law Foundation nine year global gender project - ‘50:50 by 2030’ - in 2021.
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Jul 22, 2025
The International Bar Association’s (IBA) European Regional Forum brought the global fashion and luxury law community together in London for the 2025 edition of its highly anticipated European Fashion and Luxury Law Conference. Held on 15–16 May at the iconic OXO2 venue, the event drew over 100 attendees, including leading legal professionals, in-house counsel and industry experts, all eager to explore the latest legal and commercial trends shaping the fashion and luxury sectors. This article provides an overview of the conference.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">RuleOfLawThis session will consider what the world could (and should) learn from Africa when it comes to the regulation and implementation of sustainable development practices.
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Jul 18, 2023
A report of the 25th Transnational Crime Conference, held 3–5 May 2023 in Boston, Massachusetts.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsThere has been significant coverage on how public companies are dealing with the increased focus on ESG and investor expectations and demands around ESG initiatives.
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IBA members, past delegates, and newcomers – find essential information on booking and attending the conference here. Network with peers, learn from experts, and experience Canada – book your spot today!
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">YoungLawyersClients and prospective clients want to see law firms “walk the walk and talk the talk”.
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Uptake of Artificial Intelligence by in-house teams by Susie Lunt. IHP August 2019
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">DiversityInclusion0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsNow that the pandemic is endemic, remote work issues have become vexatious for both employers and employees.
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In-house counsel advocate for diversity and inclusion in wake of #MeToo by Ruth Green. IHP August 2019
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsMandatory Human Rights Due Diligence (mHRDD) laws are transforming the legal landscape for business.
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In-House Perspective November 2019, ENRC and Glencore cases hold legal privilege lessons for in-house counsel
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRights0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">RuleOfLawJudges are appointed to uphold the Rule of Law.
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Mitigating wellbeing challenges for in-house lawyers, In-House Perspective March 2019
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsIn the last couple of years, more and more jurisdictions impose statutory rules on companies to procure compliance with certain ESG principles and human rights along their supply chains.
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Feb 21, 2024
In early February, the French Administrative Supreme Court issued a favourable ruling regarding the tax regime for BSPCEs (bons de souscription de parts de créateur d'entreprise), a particular type of stock option. This article describes the case leading to this ruling and the implications.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsThe session will explore the current regulatory framework for sustainable and responsible investment in agriculture and how this can contribute to the mitigation of the climate crisis.
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0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">DiversityInclusion0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRights0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">RuleOfLawIn 1857, in the case of Dred Scott v Sandford 60 US 393, a majority of the United States Supreme Court delivered one of the clearest examples of a judiciary breaching the rule of law.
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0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsThe session will explore and explain the human rights and development link, within the meaning of Climate Change Justice.
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In-House Perspective November 2019, Flexible working: how are in-house teams shaping up?
In-House Perspective November 2019, GCs must do more to help law firms address ‘glacial progress’ on equality
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">BreakfastsWe have been living through a global pandemic and a global economic recession.
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Profile – Jeff Davis, Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan, In-House Perspective May 2019
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsA breakfast meeting of the Business Human Rights Committee will take place to discuss matters of interest and future activities, as well as to provide updates on the activities of the Committee.
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Oct 07, 2020
IBA Global Insight, Oct/Nov 2020: There was widespread hope when the Mugabe regime ended. But, under Emmerson Mnangagwa, the rule of law challenges appear as severe as ever.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">YoungLawyersBuilding and developing an international strategy and its implementation; including the utilisation of all available tools such as the IBA and National Law/Bar Associations etc.
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Dec 16, 2020
IBA Global Insight December 2020/January 2021: The IBA was greatly saddened to learn that Klaus Böhlhoff, former IBA President and Honorary Life Member, passed away on 3 December 2020 at the age of 86.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">YoungLawyersPresentation of the Young Lawyers' Committee and its activities and projects by its Officers.
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Profile – Elena Borisenko, Gazprombank, In-House Perspective May 2019
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocus0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">RuleOfLawAt the 2021 IBA Global Showcase, Sanda Ojiambo, the CEO and Executive Director of the UN Global Compact sent a clear message to the international legal community: “We cannot deliver on the UN Sustainable Development Goals without peace, justice and strong institutions”.
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Profile – Florian Drinhausen, In-House Perspective March 2019
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsConflicts between regional courts and national courts/governments (eg the recent Alex Saab extradition case involving Cape Verde and the ECOWAS court) and government failures to comply with the judgements of regional courts like the African Court on Human and Peoples' Rights and the (now neutered) SADC Tribunal – this has potential implications for the AfCFTA.
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Dec 15, 2020
The former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon spoke at the Opening Ceremony of the IBA 2020 – Virtually Together Conference. His address touched upon the themes of justice, equality and the rule of law, and he described his deep concern about attacks on lawyers around the world.
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">DiversityInclusionThe investment industry is known for its poor diversity.
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Oct 07, 2020
Pioneering lawyer, pro-democracy campaigner and avid civil rights activist Hina Jilani was announced today as the recipient of the 2020 Stockholm Human Rights Award – bestowed annually by the Swedish Bar Association, the International Bar Association (IBA) and the International Legal Assistance Consortium (ILAC)
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsResearch in human beings has evolved over time.
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Blockchain and in-house teams: entering the realm of the unknown by Margaret Taylor. IHP August 2019
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">SustainabilityFocusThe purpose of the panel is to bring non-executive directors from public and private companies to demonstrate the challenges within administration boards to seriously include the climate change agenda.
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Adaption and (little) enforcement: the GDPR one year after implementation, In-House Perspective May 2019
0;opacity:0; display:inline-block;">HumanRightsConference attendees are invited to participate in this general meeting of the IBAHRI.
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