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IBA Annual Conference Copenhagen 2026

4 Oct - 9 Oct 2026

Session information

Rethinking arbitrator ethics: towards a modern global framework

Monday 5 October (1115 - 1230)

Committee(s)

Arbitration Committee (Lead)
BIC International Trade in Legal Services Committee
Professional Ethics Committee

Description

The IBA Rules of Ethics for International Arbitrators (1987) saw limited adoption compared to other IBA instruments. Meanwhile, arbitration laws and practices have evolved, once again bringing the need for updated and harmonised ethical guidance to the forefront. This panel will explore the need for a unified global standard, and how far those reforms should go.

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