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Archives 2012 :

First Regional Europe Chapter
May 2012
After three ICC YAF Global Conferences, ICC launches its first Regional Europe Chapter event to attract participants from all corners of Europe. It will be held in Berlin on 29-30 June 2012 and will provide a kit for successful case management.

Economic Sanctions in the Global Economy
May 2012  The ICC Institute conference on "Economic Sanctions in the Global Economy" will be held on 25 June 2012 at ICC Headquarters in Paris. It will provide a unique public-private forum to discuss the extraterritorial application of economic sanctions, including one key issue: How are judges and arbitrators expected to adjudicate a claim against non-performance triggered by foreign economic sanctions?

4th Masterclass for Arbitrators
May 2012  On 4-6 June 2012, ICC Training & Conferences is organizing the 4th ICC Institute Masterclass for Arbitrators, where practitioners will gain an overview of the fundamentals and best practices related to serving as an arbitrator. Watch a video interview of Fernando Mantilla Serrano..

SMEs unaware of the value of their intellectual property assets, ICC event hears
Paris, 23 May 2012  An ICC side event, held during discussions of the World Intellectual Property Organization Standing Committee on Patents, used case studies from a Turkish university as well as Brazilian and German industry to demonstrate how the patent system works to support research and development, technology transactions and innovation.

World Chambers Congress featured at IMEX’s Association Day
Paris, 22 May 2012  The experiences and best practices of ICC and WCF in its Congress bidding and decision-making process were shared with other international organizations from around the world at an association day roundtable on the art of successful bidding, which took place on 21 April.

BASIS Chair urges greater collaboration with business on Internet-related public policy
Paris, 21 May 2012  Internet access can empower the marginalized and improve the lives of millions of people – but governments must work with business and other stakeholders to put the necessary conditions in place, Subramanian Ramadorai, Chair of ICC Business Action to Support the Information Society, said during the UN Commission on Science and Technology for Development today.

ICC emphasizes business priorities at WSIS week
Paris, 21 May 2012  ICC BASIS members actively participated in the post- UN World Summit on the Information Society (WSIS) activities, held in Geneva, Switzerland, from 14-18 May.

Institute of World Business Law begins annual international contract training programme
Paris, 21 May 2012  The ICC Institute of World Business Law will hold its annual four-day training programme on international contracts, entitled “International Contracts: Negotiating and drafting key clauses, dispute resolution, different cultural and legal approaches”, from 11-14 June in Paris.

Developing countries continue to lead trade growth, ICC survey reveals
London, 17 May 2012  Developing nations were the key drivers of growth in international trade for 2011, in spite of the volatility caused by the international financial crisis, according to a report published today (Thursday) by the International Chamber of Commerce.

World economic climate newly brightens, according to latest ICC-Ifo survey
Paris, 16 May 2012  Results of the ICC-Ifo World Economic Survey showed a fresh rise in the climate indicator during the second quarter of 2012, reaching 95.0, up from 82.4 in the previous quarter, and confirmed a trend towards recovery in the world economy.

Appointment of new ICC International Court of Arbitration Secretary General
Paris, 16 May 2012  ICC is appointing Andrea Carlevaris as Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, in replacement of Jason Fry who will leave the organization on 20 July 2012, it was announced today by ICC Secretary General Jean-Guy Carrier.

Appointment of new ICC International Court of Arbitration Secretary General
Paris, 16 May 2012  ICC is appointing Andrea Carlevaris as Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration, in replacement of Jason Fry who will leave the organization on 20 July 2012, it was announced today by ICC Secretary General Jean-Guy Carrier.

ICC tackles transfer pricing and customs valuation
Paris, 14 May 2010  ICC recently issued a policy statement on “Transfer Pricing and Customs Valuation” aimed at supporting companies that face the challenge of determining the appropriate related party valuation of goods.

Last chance to register for Masterclass for arbitrators
Paris, 11 May 2012   Gain an overview of the fundamentals and best practices related to serving as an arbitrator at the 2012 ICC Institute Masterclass for Arbitrators.

ICC releases new and improved Guide to Export-Import
Paris, 10 May 2012  ICC has published a new edition of its acclaimed Guide to Export-Import; an invaluable tool for traders worldwide for better understanding of the risks and challenges of cross-border trading with a practical handbook.

2013 ICC Mediation Week: Save the Date!
May 2012  The International Centre for ADR is pleased to announce that the 2013 ICC Mediation Week will take place in Paris, France from 7 – 13 February 2013.

Conference in Rome on 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration
April 2012  ICC Italy and ICC International Court of Arbitration are co-organizing a conference on 22 May 2012 in Rome which will highlight the main changes to the new ICC Rules of Arbitration.

ICC seminar to help marketers keep up with new legal and self-regulatory developments
Paris, 7 May 2012   Organized by the ICC Commission on Advertising and Marketing, the seminar “Consumer Savvy Marketing: understanding and respecting consumers using self-regulation” will take place in New York City on 7 June, 2012.

ICC Marketing Commission appoints Sheila Millar as Vice Chair
Paris, 3 May 2012  The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Sheila Millar, Partner, Keller and Heckman to the post of Vice-Chair, Commission on Marketing and Advertising.

ICC Conference in Lagos on 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration
May 2012  On 30 May 2012, ICC Nigeria and the ICC International Court of Arbitration are co-organizing in Lagos a conference dedicated to highlight the main changes made to the new ICC Rules of Arbitration.

One-year countdown to ICC WCF 8th World Chambers Congress begins
Paris, 30 April 2012  The ICC WCF 8th World Chambers Congress in Doha, Qatar is one year away and as preparations gear up, Rona Yircali, Chair of the ICC World Chambers Federation met today with Sheikh Khalifa Bin Jassim Bin Mohammed Al-Thani, Chairman of the Qatar Chamber of Commerce & Industry and ICC Qatar, to mark the occasion.

ICC upholds potential of investment at UNCTAD forum
Paris, 30 April 2012  ICC promoted the role of business in global sustainable growth and economic recovery when it took part in the World Investment Forum (WIF) 2012, which ran 20-23 April in Doha.

ICC and China Chamber of International Commerce sign agreement to intensify cooperation
Paris, 30 April 2012   ICC is stepping up activities in the People's Republic of China, under the terms of a new memorandum of understanding between the world business organization and the China Chamber of International Commerce.

Practical introduction to arbitration for Myanmese Businesses
April 2012  The International Chamber of Commerce and two other leading arbitral institutions are organizing a seminar on international arbitration on 16 May 2012 in Yangon (Myanmar). This seminar is dedicated to Myanmese Businesses who need a practical introduction to arbitration.

ICC YAF seminar in Punta Cana
April 2012  The Latin America Chapter of ICC Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) is organizing a seminar on 14 May 2012 in Punta Cana (Dominican Republic) on "Novedades del Reglamento de Arbitraje de la ICC: El Arbitro de Emergencia y el Arbitraje con Partes Estatales".

ICCA 2012 Singapore
April 2012  The ICC International Court of Arbitration supports the 21st ICCA Congress to be held in Singapore on 10-13 June 2012 and organized by the Singapore International Arbitration Centre. ICCA Congress is not only a must-attend arbitration conference, it is also a gateway to sharing knowledge in industry.

ICC joins World IP Day activities
Paris, 27 April 2012  Observing international world intellectual property (IP) day yesterday, ICC supported a host of activities to demonstrate how intellectual property protection benefits society as a whole.

ICC commends firm business representation on IGF advisory group
Paris, 26 April 2012  ICC today welcomed the confirmed strong representation of business in the Multistakeholder Advisory Group responsible for ensuring a smooth preparatory process for the 7th Internet Governance Forum – an open forum for policy dialogue on issues of Internet governance.

Piracy increasing in West Africa, latest report shows
London, Paris, 23 April 2012   One hundred and two incidents of piracy and armed robbery have been reported for the first quarter of 2012, with dangerously increasing numbers in West African waters, according to figures released today in the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) International Maritime Bureau’s (IMB) global piracy report.

New ICC Investment Guidelines define investor and government roles
Doha, 23 April 2012   The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has re-issued its “Guidelines for International Investment” to adapt to new challenges of the international investment environment and to further promote investment as a driver of economic growth.

ICC and BIAC react to retroactivity measures in India
Paris, 20 April 2012  The global business community is concerned about recent developments in tax legislation in India, where retroactivity is adding a strongly negative connotation to the investment climate.

Save-the-date: ICC YAF in Berlin
April 2012  On 29-30 June 2012, in Berlin, Germany, the ICC YAF European Chapter will organize a working and social event on the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration with a focus on case management techniques.

Global business presents recommendations to President Calderon ahead of G20 Summit
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico, 19 April 2012  Executives from the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), along with partners World Economic Forum (WEF) and Mexican business associations COPARMEX and COMCE, this week delivered recommendations reflecting the priorities of global business to Mexican President Felipe Calderon.

Register for ICC Advanced PIDA Training in Dominican Republic
Paris, 19 April 2012  The ICC Institute of World Business Law is organizing a Spanish language PIDA training on international commercial arbitration that will study a mock case under the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration.

ICC YAF in Rio de Janeiro
April 2012  On 9 May 2012, in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, ICC Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) Latin America Chapter is organizing a round-table breakfast on “Global Perspectives on Local Issues”.

Register now for ICC Institute’s Conference: Economic Sanctions in the Global Economy
Paris, 17 April 2012  The conference, being held 25 June 2012 at ICC Headquarters in Paris under the auspices of the ICC Institute of World Business Law, will provide a unique public-private forum to discuss the extraterritorial application of economic sanctions.

Oslo Business for Peace Awards 2012 recipients announced 
Oslo, 17 April 2012  ICC and the Business for Peace Foundation are pleased to announce the six recipients of the 2012 Oslo Business for Peace Awards, the highest form of recognition that can be bestowed upon a person in business.

Plain packaging of tobacco raises broader issues for consumers, government and business
Paris, 16 April 2012  ICC’s Business Action to Stop Counterfeiting and Piracy (BASCAP) group today cautioned the UK government to keep an open mind and consider the broader implications of imposing plain packaging regulations on tobacco products.

ICC conference in Amman on the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration
April 2012  On 23 May 2012, practitioners from Middle-East will have the opportunity to participate in a conference co-organized by ICC Jordan and ICC International Court of Arbitration on the new ICC Rules of Arbitration.

2013 World Chambers Competition categories announced
Paris, 12 April 2012  The ICC World Chambers Federation has announced categories for the 2013 World Chambers Competition, the only global awards programme to recognize the most innovative projects launched by chambers of commerce and industry from all over the world.

Private sector and governments collaborate to advance green economy ahead of Rio+20
The Hague, the Netherlands, 13 April, 2012  In the run-up to the United Nations Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20), business representatives, government officials and other stakeholders engaged in a two-day consultation in The Hague, the Netherlands.

Conference in Beirut on the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration
April 2012  Lebanese practitioners save the date of the conference co-organized by ICC Lebanon and ICC International Court of Arbitration on 24 May, where the main changes to the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration will be presented and also the consequences of these changes within Lebanese law.

ICC gathering assesses digital economy business priorities
Paris, 11 April 2012  Over 40 digital economy experts from 14 countries gathered at ICC headquarters in Paris this week to discuss business priorities relating to the information and communication technologies (ICT) and Internet policy landscape.

Private, public sectors meet in The Hague to plan for “green economy” ahead of Rio+20
The Hague, the Netherlands, 11 April 2012  ICC provided business input for the United Nations’ (UN) upcoming Rio+20 Conference at a two-day consultation beginning in The Hague, the Netherlands, today with the aim of further mapping out the private sector’s role in the transition to a green economy.

ICC YAF Seminar in Abu Dhabi
April 2012  On 7 May 2012 in Abu Dhabi, do not miss the seminar organized by ICC YAF Africa, Middle East and Turkey Chapter and hosted by Shearman & Sterling LLP, where participants will have the opportunity to debate on changes to the ICC Rules of Arbitration, on independence of arbitrators and also on arbitration in the UAE.

2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration– Focus on India
April 2012  On 21 April 2012 in New Delhi, ICC India and ICC international Court of Arbitration are co-organizing a seminar on ICC 2012 Rules of Arbitration. Companies involved in Indian market and Indian arbitrators will have the opportunity to get firsthand information from Jason Fry, Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration.

Using arbitration and ADR to resolve banking and finance disputes
April 2012   ICC Qatar, with the support of the ICC Banking Commission, the ICC International Court of Arbitration and the ICC International Centre for ADR hosted a one-day symposium on Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Banking and Financial Disputes on 29 March in Doha.

ICC YAF in Turkey
April 2012  On 12 April 2012 in Istanbul, the ICC YAF Turkey, Middle East & Africa Chapter is organizing a conference where young practitioners will have the opportunity to exchange ideas on the new ICC Rules of arbitration and on the independence and impartiality of arbitrators. The conference will be hosted by Dechert LLP, GSI Meridian Attorneys & Counselors and LEGAL Law Firm.

Using arbitration and ADR to resolve banking and finance disputes
Doha, 2 April 2012   ICC Qatar, with the support of the ICC Banking Commission, the ICC International Court of Arbitration and the ICC International Centre for ADR hosted a one-day symposium on Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) in Banking and Financial Disputes on 29 March in Doha.

ICC tackles the application of anti-avoidance rules in the field of taxation
Paris, 2 April 2012  The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has recently adopted a policy statement, produced by the ICC Commission on Taxation, on the application of anti-avoidance rules in the field of taxation.

Chambers address economic recovery at Asia Pacific Congress
Paris, 30 March 2012  “As history has taught us, together, a global network of chambers can realize hopes and tackle problems much more effectively than if individual chambers try to survive alone,” said Rona Yircali, Chairman of ICC World Chambers Federation during his keynote address at the first Asia Pacific Chambers of Commerce Congress organized by the China Chamber of International Commerce (CCOIC) in Kunshan, China, 29-30 March, 2012.

Cym Lowell appointed as Vice Chair of ICC Commission on Taxation
Paris, 30 March 2012  The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has appointed Cym Lowell as the Vice-Chair of the Taxation Commission.

Cloud computing offers ‘revolutionary’ commercial implications for consumers, ICC report shows
Paris, 29 March 2012  The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) drew attention to the important and transforming commercial implications of cloud services for consumers and small-to-medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in a statement today.

Private sector role in sustainable development grows stronger ahead of Rio summit
New York, 27 March 2012   Only a few months prior to the Rio+20 Conference, some 100 representatives of governments, business and other stakeholders gathered in New York for a high-level dialogue on the business case for sustainable development.

WTO video interview features ICC Vice-Chairman and Honorary Chairman
Paris, 27 March 2012  The World Trade Organization (WTO) recently interviewed ICC Vice-Chairman Harold McGraw III and ICC Honorary Chairman Victor K Fung for its online video series “WTO Forum”.

Conference in Istanbul on settlement of investment disputes and arbitration
March 2012  On 11 April 2012, in Istanbul (Turkey), the International Jurists Association (IJA) invites Sami Houerbi, Regional Director Eastern Mediterranean, Middle East and Africa, ICC International Court of Arbitration, Dispute Resolution Services, to speak about the current developments in ICC Rules regarding investment disputes.

Banking, business executives meet in Doha on trade finance and investment concerns
Doha, Qatar, 27 March 2012  More than 400 banking and business executives from 50 countries are meeting in Doha, Qatar to rethink the future of trade finance in a bid to encourage governments, regulatory bodies and G20 leaders to remove obstacles to trade finance and stimulate economic growth and job creation.

Symposium on the Future of International Arbitration in Korea – Perspectives and Predictions
March 2012  On 25 April 2012, in Seoul, the ICC International Court of Arbitration and the Korea Chamber of Commerce & Industry (KCCI) are pleased to propose a symposium where the participants will be informed of the recent developments in international arbitration in Korea along with ICC arbitration in Asia.

ICC and VIAC International Arbitration Symposium 2012
March 2012  On 23 April 2012, 2pm – 5 :30 pm, in Hanoi, the ICC International Court of Arbitration and the Vietnam International Arbitration Centre (VIAC) will co-organize a symposium which will focus on arbitration in Asia and in particular recent developments in Vietnam.

ICC YAF colloquium in Paris on Annulment of Investment Awards
March 2012  The ICC YAF is organizing on 23 April in Paris a colloquium for young arbitration practitioners and students on recent developments in the annulment of investment awards.

Enforcement and compliance focus of ICC roundtable on competition policy
Paris, 23 March 2012  The International Chamber of Commerce, on the occasion of the 11th International Competition Network Annual Conference, is hosting its fourth roundtable on competition policy in Rio de Janeiro on Monday 16 April 2012. The central themes for this year’s roundtable conference are “Competition Enforcement and Compliance”.

ICC to host first Symposium on Trade Facilitation
Paris, 22 March 2012   ICC is to hold its first Symposium on Trade Facilitation in Mexico City, on 13-14 June 2012. The dialogue, between customs agencies and business, will be a unique opportunity for each party to exchange perspectives on current international trade issues.

ICC Conference on Cross-Border Sales
March 2012  Buyers and sellers would be like to be sure to choose the best legal framework for B-to-B international sales contracts. They have opportunity to be helped by participating in a conference on this topic on 19 April 2012, in London. The conference will also explain how can business benefit from arbitration and mediation by choosing the appropriate solution for a particular transaction.

How can your company use social media to create new opportunities?
Paris, 22 March 2012   A new ICC web-based seminar will be offered on Thursday, 5 April to help businesses of all sizes, chambers and others expand their reach through social networks.

Final chance to register for ICC Banking and Finance Conference in Doha
March 2012  On 29 March 2012, a conference entitled “Arbitration and ADR in Banking and Financial Disputes – In the Wake of the Global Financial Crisis” will take place in Doha (Qatar). The conference, one of the first of its kind, will focus on the added value of arbitration and ADR for resolving banking and financial disputes.

Final chance to register for ICC Banking and Finance Conference in Doha
March 2012  On 29 March 2012, a conference entitled “Arbitration and ADR in Banking and Financial Disputes – In the Wake of the Global Financial Crisis” will take place in Doha (Qatar). The conference, one of the first of its kind, will focus on the added value of arbitration and ADR for resolving banking and financial disputes.

Anthony Barone appointed Chair of ICC Customs and Trade Regulations Committee
Paris, 20 March 2012  ICC has appointed the Director of Global Logistics Policy at Pfizer, Anthony Barone, as Chair of its Committee on Customs and Trade Regulations. Having served as Vice-Chair of the Committee for one year, Mr Barone will be able to further facilitate the committee’s advancement with his newly appointed title of Chair.

ICC tackles concerns about cross-border access to company data
Paris, 20 March 2012  The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has issued a policy statement pointing out conflicts that can arise between law enforcement requirements and privacy commitments when governments seek access to personal data held by companies across national borders.

ICC Pre-Moot 2012 starting next week at ICC headquarters
March 2012  The ICC Pre-Moot 2012 will be held on 23-24 March 2012 at ICC Headquarters. As one of the largest Vis pre-moots in Europe, the ICC Pre-Moot provides a wonderful educational opportunity to the students participating in the Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot in Vienna in April 2012.

Don’t miss World Chambers Congress sponsorship opportunities
Paris, 16 March 2012  The ICC World Chambers Federation (WCF) is offering a unique opportunity for sponsors to communicate their key messages to global decision makers at the 8th World Chambers Congress.

ICC YAF Event in Frankfurt
March 2012  The European Chapter of ICC Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) will be organizing a free of charge event in Frankfurt on 25 May 2012. It will be hosted by Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton LLP from 2:00 to 6:00 pm.

Business, trade experts work to break deadlock in global trade talks
Geneva, 14 March 2012  Business leaders and trade experts are meeting in Geneva for the first conference on the ICC Business World Trade Agenda, an initiative of the International Chamber of Commerce proposing that business works together with governments to drive more effective trade talks.

ICC takes home three awards for arbitration accomplishments
March 2012  ICC came away with no fewer than three accolades from the 2nd Global Arbitration Review (GAR) Awards, presented at an official charity dinner last week in Stockholm.

ICC and Eurochambers agreement set to enhance cooperation
Paris, 13 March 2012  ICC and the Association of European Chambers of Commerce and Industry (EUROCHAMBRES) today signed a cooperation agreement to enhance collaborative efforts and communication between the two organizations on issues including the regulation of financial markets, alternative dispute resolution and representation of business at the G20.

ICC takes home three awards for arbitration accomplishments
Paris, 12 March 2012  ICC came away with no fewer than three accolades from the 2nd Global Arbitration Review (GAR) Awards, presented at an official charity dinner last week in Stockholm.

ICC Conference in Chile on the New ICC Rules of Arbitration
March 2012  Do not miss the opportunity to apprehend the key changes in the ICC Rules of Arbitration which entered into force on 1 January 2012 by participating in a conference co-organized by the International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce and by ICC Chile on 27 March 2012 in Santiago de Chile.

Recognition and enforcement of arbitral awards in Chile
March 2012  A free event for young arbitrators to be organized by the Latin American Chapter of the ICC Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) and ICC Chile on the topic “The Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral awards annulled in the country of origin: Chile latest rulings and case law in other jurisdictions". It will be held on 28 March 2012 in Santiago de Chile.

Time to Reform Latvian Arbitration Regime?
March 2012  The ICC International Court of Arbitration supports a conference in Riga (Latvia) on 16 March 2012, where experts in arbitration will explore consequences of potential adoption of the UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration as the national regulation in Latvia.

Record number of chambers bid to host 9th World Chambers Congress
Paris, 9 March 2012  Chambers of commerce from Biarritz, Dublin, Geneva, Gothenburg, Liverpool, Lyon, Manchester, Northern Ireland and Torino have confirmed their bids to host the ICC World Chambers Federation (WCF) 9th World Chambers Congress upon its return to Europe in 2015.

ICC World Business Women launched by staff on International Women’s Day 
Paris, 9 March 2012  ICC celebrated International Women’s Day yesterday with the launch of an enterprising initiative to improve gender balance both within the secretariat of the world business organization and in its representative bodies.

New ICC conference looks at frameworks for cross-border business contracts
Paris, 8 March 2012  ICC is organizing its first-ever conference on Cross Border Sales, under the auspices of the Commission on Commercial Law and Practice, with the theme “What is the best legal framework for business-to-business contracts?” on 19 April in London.

Young Approaches to Arbitration
March 2012  On 31 March 2012 in Vienna (Austria), the Young arbitrators Forum of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC YAF) and the Young Austrian Arbitration Practitioners (YAAP), with the support of ICC Austria, will co-organize a conference for young practitioners.

Business executives gather in Istanbul to prepare G20 Summit input
Istanbul, 6 March 2012  The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), under the umbrella of its G20 Advisory Group, held consultations with local business leaders on G20-related policy issues yesterday. The meeting gathered policy priorities from CEOs operating in the Eastern Europe and Middle East region for contribution to the June 2012 G20 Summit in Los Cabos, Mexico.

International Arbitration Symposium in Hong Kong
March 2012  On 24 March 2012, in Hong Kong, the Asian Chapter of the Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and the Australasian Forum for International Arbitration (AFIA) jointly invite young practitioners to attend the International Arbitration Symposium.

ICC Marketing Commission takes part in UNEP workshop in Bangkok
Paris, 2 March 2012  ICC last month presented the ICC Framework for Responsible Environmental Marketing Communication to the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) International Workshop on Product Sustainability Information.

Business calls for accelerated joint action for green growth
Paris, 1 March 2012  ICC green economy leaders advocated principles required for a transition towards a green economy at several ministerial roundtables and multi-stakeholder dialogues in Nairobi, Kenya, to provide input to the Rio+20 UN Conference on Sustainable Development in June 2012.

BASCAP/INTA issue study on ACTA benefits and provisions
Brussels, 29 February 2012   Business Action to Stop Counterfeiting and Piracy (BASCAP) and the International Trademark Association (INTA) today released a study providing a practical analysis of the importance and benefits of the Anti-Counterfeiting Trade Agreement (ACTA).

Save the Date: Arbitration and ADR in Banking and Financial Disputes
February 2012  On 29 March 2012, in Doha, Qatar, ICC Banking Commission, ICC International Court of Arbitration, ICC International Centre for ADR and ICC Qatar will co-organize a symposium on “Arbitration and ADR in Banking and Financial Disputes”.

ICC publishes business guide to the G20 process
Paris, 28 February 2012   Business around the world has an increasingly influential role to provide input to G20 decisions regarding economic growth, job creation and open trade and investment. But what is the G20 and what exactly does it do?

ICC issues fifth G20 newsletter
Paris, 22 February 2012  ICC has released the fifth issue of the G20 Executive Brief, a newsletter aimed at keeping the organization’s international network and the business community informed ahead of this year’s B20 and G20 Summits, 17-19 June in Los Cabos, Mexico.

ICC YAF Pre-Moot Conference in Paris
February 2012  For the second time, the ICC is organizing a conference for young arbitration practitioners, students, and arbitrators on the eve of the ICC Pre-Moot, which will be held on 23-24 March 2012.

Benefits of ICC training on new Rules of Arbitration explained
February 2012  In a recorded interview, made available today, Jason Fry, Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration tells legal and business professionals why ICC’s first worldwide trainings on its new Rules of Arbitration are not to be missed.

Benefits of ICC training on new Rules of Arbitration explained
February 2012  In a recorded interview, Jason Fry, Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration tells legal and business professionals why ICC’s first worldwide trainings on its new Rules of Arbitration are not to be missed.

Benefits of ICC training on new Rules of Arbitration explained
Paris 21 February 2012  In a recorded interview, made available today, Jason Fry, Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration tells legal and business professionals why ICC’s first worldwide trainings on its new Rules of Arbitration are not to be missed.

Needs of Business the Focus of 3rd ICC International Mediation Conference
February 2012  A packed room attended the third edition of the annual ICC International Mediation Conference series entitled “Make Mediation Happen! Getting your commercial dispute to successful mediation” which took place on 3 February 2012 at ICC’s headquarters in Paris.

ICC Conference in Brazil on New Rules of Arbitration
February 2012  Registrations are now open for the Conference on the New ICC Rules of Arbitration which will take place on 21 March 2012 at the Procuradoria General do Estado in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

ICC YAF Roundtable in Brazil
February 2012  Save the date that on 22 March 2012 in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, the ICC Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) Latin American Chapter will organize a free roundtable on costs and efficiency in arbitration.

Conference on international arbitration in Quito
February 2012  A breakfast meeting will be organized by the ICC International Court of Arbitration on 2 March 2012 on the occasion of the "6ta Conferencia de Arbitraje Internacional" which will take place on 1-2 March 2012 in Quito, Ecuador.

Save the Date: Arbitration and ADR in Banking and Financial Disputes
February 2012  On 29 March 2012, in Doha, Qatar, ICC Banking Commission, ICC International Court of Arbitration, ICC International Centre for ADR and ICC Qatar will co-organize a symposium on “Arbitration and ADR in Banking and Financial Disputes”.

International Dispute Resolution involving Russian and CIS companies
February 2012  A conference on “International Dispute Resolution involving Russian and CIS companies” will be held on 23-24 February 2012, in London, United Kingdom.

Luis de la Calle appointed Vice-Chair of Commission on Trade and Investment Policy
Paris, 20 February 2012  ICC is pleased to announce the appointment of Luis de la Calle as the incoming Vice-Chair of the ICC Commission on Trade and Investment.

ICC-Ifo survey reveals slight brightening in world economic climate
Paris, 16 February 2012  After two quarters of successive decline, the global economic climate has begun to improve, although it still remains significantly below its long-term average, according to the latest World Economic Survey, published today by ICC and the Munich-based Institute for Economic Research.

ICC YAF in Quito
February 2012  The ICC YAF Latin American Chapter is organizing a Roundtable on arbitration for young arbitrators. It is scheduled to take place on 2 March 2012 in Quito, Ecuador.

Global business recommendations highlight Internet policy priorities
Geneva, 14 February 2012  Increased focus on development issues and constructive policy discussions on Internet security, openness and privacy initiatives are among recommendations put forth on behalf of business to ensure that the annual Internet Governance Forum (IGF) remains the most effective Internet-policy related event of the year.

Global economy to top agenda at ICC Banking Commission meeting in Qatar
Paris, 13 February 2012  ICC, in association with diamond sponsor Qatar National Bank, will host its biannual ICC Banking Commission Meeting in Doha, Qatar on 25-29 March 2012, with some 400 banking leaders and executives from 50 countries expected to attend.

What’s new with ICC, UNCITRAL and IBA Rules?
February 2012  The recent ICC Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) conference, held in The Hague on 25 January 2012, gave an overview of the recent revisions of the ICC Rules of Arbitration, the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules and the IBA Rules on Taking of Evidence in International Arbitration.

South Texas College of Law wins ICC Mediation Competition
Paris, 9 February 2012  After five days of intense competition South Texas College of Law (USA), has emerged victorious in the battle to win the 7th ICC International Commercial Mediation Competition.

ICC to open office of the Court in New York
Paris, 9 February 2012  The International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has announced it will open an office of the ICC Court’s Secretariat in New York.

ICC to open office of the Court in New York
Paris, 9 February 2012  The International Court of Arbitration of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has announced it will open an office of the ICC Court’s Secretariat in New York.

South Texas College of Law wins the 7th ICC International Commercial Mediation Competition 
Paris, 9 February 2012  South Texas College of Law (United States) won the first prize of the 7th ICC International Commercial Mediation Competition hosted by the International Chamber of Commerce, with Bar Ilan University (Israel) taking the second place, and FGV Sao Paulo Law School (Brazil) coming in third.

ICC Banking Commission appoints Daniel Schmand as Vice-Chair
Paris, 8 February 2012  ICC announced today the appointment of Daniel Schmand as Vice-Chair of the ICC Banking Commission responsible for the newly created area of supply chain finance.

ICC awards reach new high in 2011
February 2012  The record number of awards scrutinized and approved by the ICC International Court of Arbitration in 2011 is one of the most striking figures in new statistics released today.

7th ICC Mediation Competition: The Finalists
8 February 2012  The teams moving to the final are: Bar Ilan University (Israel) vs South Texas College of Law (United States).

Competition comes to a close today as the finalists engage in the last mediations 
8 February 2012  The ICC Mediation Competition enters its last day starting with the Jones Day semi-finals at ICC, followed by the special mediation event for professionals, the Training for the Trainers.

ICC announces Mediation Competition semi-finalists
Paris, 7 February 2012  ICC’s International Mediation Competition is hotting up as the Organizing Committee announces the teams who have made it through to the semi-finals.

Eight teams entering the quarter-finals
7 February 2012  The eight universities selected to participate in the quarter-finals are ...

Party night for Competition professionals and students
7 February 2012  The Paris offices of Squire Sanders law firm is organizing an exclusive cocktail party for professionals participating in the Competition and the university team coaches. The cocktail will start at 8.00 pm.

Sixteen teams entering the eighth-finals
7 February 2012  Sixteen universities selected to participate in the eighth-finals are...

Cocktail and announcement for Final Rounds
6 February 2012  The 16 teams selected to participate in the 8th Finals will be announced during a cocktail party organized by Jones Day and ICC tonight.

Teams competing in the Final Rounds to be selected today
6 February 2012  The first selection amongst the 66 teams competing in the Preliminary Rounds will be made today.

Honorary dinner for volunteering professionals to be held tonight
4 February 2012  A dinner to honor and thank the professionals volunteering in the ICC Mediation Competition will be held tonight, starting at 8.00 pm at la Maison des Polytechniciens.

Ready Steady Mediate!
4 February 2012  The Preliminary Rounds of the ICC Mediation Competition have started. For the next three days 66 universities will compete against each other with only one aim: to enter the Final Rounds of the 7th ICC International Commercial Mediation Competition.

Tonight, the 7th ICC International Commercial Mediation Competition begins
3 February 2012  Registration opens today at ICC for the student and professional participants of the 7th ICC International Commercial Mediation Competition. Orientation and training sessions are also set to take place today for both students and professionals at ICC headquarters.

ICC Conference in Portugal on New Rules of Arbitration
February 2012  Portuguese practitioners will have the opportunity to apprehend the key changes in the ICC Rules of Arbitration by participating in a conference organized by the ICC International Court of Arbitration and ICC Portugal in Lisbon on 17 February 2012.

Rio+20 must promote green growth, says ICC Chairman
Paris, 2 February 2012  ICC Chairman Gerard Worms on Tuesday told conference attendees that private sector engagement can help make the upcoming ‘Rio+20’ conference in Brazil a launching ground for widespread global action in support of sustainability and green growth.

Make Mediation Happen!
2 February 2012  The ICC Conference on Mediation is today. Renowned mediators and dispute resolution professionals are giving insight into the strategic, financial and logistical aspects of resolving commercial disputes by mediation. Participants take this opportunity to exchange thoughts.

World Business and Development Awards open call for business contributions to sustainable, inclusive development
London, Paris, New York, 2 February 2012  The World Business and Development Awards today launched a call for nominations for successful business initiatives that are in line with the Rio+20 UN Conference on Sustainable Development.

ICC and Business for Peace Foundation ask: Are you businessworthy?
Paris, 31 January 2012  The International Chamber of Commerce and the Oslo-based Business for Peace Foundation are seeking outstanding business leaders who exemplify the Oslo Business for Peace Awards criteria of achieving business success while acting in an ethically responsible way.

ICC and WEF launch B20 task forces in Davos alongside President Calderon
Davos, Switzerland, 30 January 2012  Mexican President Felipe Calderon personally invited ICC Secretary General Jean-Guy Carrier to take part in a breakfast meeting Saturday to launch task forces in preparation for the next B20 Business Summit.

An International Conference in Moscow on the New ICC Rules of Arbitration
Janaury 2012  On 2-3 February 2012, in Moscow, the International Court of Arbitration and ICC Russia are co-organizing a conference followed by a mock case on the New ICC Rules of Arbitration.

Is Arbitration Going in the Right Direction?
January 2012  The ICC Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) sustains the ninth Colloquium organized by the Young Arbitration Practitioners ("YAP") which will be held at Miami on 26 February 2012, on two topics: Access to Arbitration, Are We Going in the Right Direction? and Alternatives to ICSID.

International Court of Arbitration Secretary General to step down
Paris, 30 January 2012  ICC announced today that Jason Fry is stepping down as Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration to return to private practice at the law firm Clifford Chance, where he was a partner until he joined ICC in 2007.

Tonight, the 7th ICC International Commercial Mediation Competition begins
3 February 2012  Registration opens today at ICC for the student and professional participants of the 7th ICC International Commercial Mediation Competition. Orientation and training sessions are also set to take place today for both students and professionals at ICC headquarters.

International Court of Arbitration Secretary General to step down
Paris, 30 January 2012  ICC announced today that Jason Fry is stepping down as Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration to return to private practice at the law firm Clifford Chance, where he was a partner until he joined ICC in 2007.

International Arbitration Trends in the Asia-Pacific Region
January 2012  On 8-10 March 2012, in San Francisco, the 3rd Annual ICC Asia-Pacific Conference will examine cutting-edge topics relating to international arbitration that are rising in importance to parties in the Asia-Pacific Region. Notable issues include: electronic document production, third party funding, sovereign immunity, intellectual property arbitration, combined mediation-arbitration proceedings, natural resource arbitration, and arbitrator selection procedures.

Business urges European Parliament to pass ACTA
Brussels, 26 January, 2012  Today, European and national business associations commend the European Union (EU) and Member States as they moved to join their global allies in the battle against counterfeiting and piracy.

Business encouraged by first draft Rio+20 outcome document
New York, 26 January 2012  Welcoming the prominent role of business in the latest draft outcome document for this June’s UN Conference on Sustainable Development (Rio+20), Business Action for Sustainable Development 2012 stressed that private sector engagement in policy development and implementation is critical to advance global partnerships for sustainable development

Colloquium on 2010 UNIDROIT Principles
January 2012  The annual “Association Française des Docteurs en Droit” colloquium will be held at the Grand’ Chambre of the Cour de Cassation on 10 February 2012, where Mr. Vincent Lamanda, First President of the French Supreme Court, will make the welcome speech. The colloquium is dedicated to “2010 UNIDROIT Principles, a Necessity in International Contracts”.

ICC mourns loss of Serge Lazareff
Paris, 24 January 2012  ICC is deeply saddened by the death of Serge Lazareff on 21 January 2012.

ICC mourns loss of Serge Lazareff
Paris, 24 January 2012  ICC is deeply saddened by the death of Serge Lazareff on 21 January 2012.

ICC launches 2012 IP Roadmap for business and policymakers
Geneva, 24 January 2012  ICC has launched the 11th edition of its flagship intellectual property (IP) publication ICC Intellectual Property Roadmap: Current and Emerging Issues for Business and Policymakers.

Last chance to register for 3rd International Mediation Conference
Paris, 24 January 2012  With final preparations underway for ICC’s Mediation Week, which kicks off on 2 February in Paris, interested participants have just a few days remaining to register for the 3rd Annual International Mediation Conference.

Regional Seminar in North Africa on International Trade Law
January 2012  The International Chamber of Commerce will participate in the regional seminar in North Africa on International Trade Law organized by the Pan African Lawyers Union ("PALU") to be held in Tunis (Tunisia) from 24 to 26 January 2012.

WCF puts customs chambers partnerships in the spotlight
Brussels, 24 January 2012   The ICC World Chambers Federation (WCF) showcased its role with chambers on certificates of origin (CO) during the Origin workshop, organized by the World Customs Organization (WCO) in Brussels on 18 January.

Save the date of a YAF Event in Vienna during the Vis Moot
January 2012  The ICC Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) and the Young Austrian Arbitration Practitioners (YAAP) are jointly organizing and hosting a conference on 31 March 2012 in Vienna (Austria). The event is free of charge.

Sanders of Microsoft appointed new Chair of ICC Marketing Commission
Paris, 20 January 2012  ICC has appointed Brent Sanders, to serve as new Chair of its Commission on Marketing and Advertising. Mr Sanders leads the advertising, promotions and retail legal team at Microsoft.

ICC helps launch 2012 B20 Summit preparations
Mexico City, 19 January 2012  ICC yesterday took part in a meeting of Mexican officials from government and industry, kicking off preparations for the next B20 Business Summit, to be held in conjunction with the G20 Summit in Los Cabos, Mexico, 18-19 June 2012.

Save the date of an ICC YAF Event in Hong Kong
January 2011  The Asian Chapter of the ICC Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) and the Australian Forum for International Arbitration (AFIA) will be organizing their International Arbitration Symposium on Saturday 24 March 2012 from 11.00 to 13.00 in Hong Kong. The event is supported by HK45.

Two Seminars in Spain on the New ICC Rules of Arbitration
January 2012  On 27 January 2012 in Madrid and 30 January 2012 in Barcelona, the ICC International Court of Arbitration and ICC Spain will co-organize two seminars on the new ICC Rules of Arbitration.

ICC submits recommendations for ITU World Conference success
Paris, 19 January  ICC today released its recommendations to governments and regulators, to contribute to a successful ITU 2012 World Conference on International Telecommunications (WCIT-12), which should result in an agreement that fosters the ongoing development of global telecom markets.

Piracy attacks in East and West Africa dominate world report
London and Kuala Lumpur, 19 January 2012  Pirate attacks against vessels in East and West Africa accounted for the majority of world attacks in 2011, signalling a rising trend, the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) International Maritime Bureau’s (IMB) global piracy report revealed today.

Market outlook for trade finance is gloomy
Paris, 18 January 2012  New research by ICC and the International Monetary Fund has revealed a largely pessimistic outlook for the demand for trade finance products in 2012.

A Seminar in the Netherlands on the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration
January 2012  On 27 January 2012, in the Hague, ICC Netherlands and the ICC International Court of Arbitration will be organizing a seminar on the new ICC Rules of Arbitration.

3rd International Arbitration Congress in Costa Rica
January 2012  The ICC International Court of Arbitration will participate in the 3rd International Arbitration Congress organized by ICC Costa Rica and Instituto Peruano de Arbitraje, in San José (Costa Rica) on 12 to 14 February 2012.

Trainings on the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration
January 2012  Trainings on the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration are organized under the auspices of the ICC International Court of Arbitration on 27-28 February 2012 and 12-13 March 2012 in Paris. These trainings are a must for anyone involved in international commercial arbitration and will study the new provisions of the ICC 2012 Rules of Arbitration using a series of mock cases.

Trainings on the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration
January 2012  Trainings on the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration are organized under the auspices of the ICC International Court of Arbitration on 27-28 February 2012 and 12-13 March 2012 in Paris. These trainings are a must for anyone involved in international commercial arbitration and will study the new provisions of the ICC 2012 Rules of Arbitration using a series of mock cases.

Few days left to register for International Mediation Conference
January 2012  Corporate representatives and commercial dispute resolution professionals interested in attending ICC’s 3rd Annual International Mediation Conference have just a couple of days left to register for this international event.

A conference in Belgium on the 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration
January 2012  A colloquium will be dedicated to the new ICC Rules of Arbitration in Brussels on 17 January 2012, with the participation of John Beechey, President, ICC International Court of Arbitration.

Overview on revised Rules
January 2012  On 25 January 2012, the European Chapter of the ICC Young Arbitrators Forum (YAF) and Conway & Partners will co-organize a seminar in The Hague (the Netherlands) entitled “Changing the Rules: 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration, UNCITRAL and IBA Rules”.

Registration opens for 2012 ICC Rules of Arbitration trainings
Paris, 11 January 2012  As requests start to come in for dispute resolution under its new Rules of Arbitration, ICC is set to host training sessions in February and March to help lawyers, in-house counsel and arbitrators to become acquainted with the new Rules, which entered into force on 1 January.

Triumph in use of Incoterms® rules with ICC Masterclasses
Paris, 10 January 2012  ICC is presenting international trade professionals with an opportunity to enhance their understanding and use of Incoterms® rules with a new series of Masterclasses, set to run from 16-17 February.

Conference on the New ICC Rules of Arbitration in Turkey
January 2012  On 10 January 2012, the ICC International Court of Arbitration and ICC Turkey will co-organize a conference on the new ICC Rules of Arbitration in Istanbul.

2011 figures show steady growth in ICC Arbitration
Paris, 6 January 2012  The ICC International Court of Arbitration registered 795 arbitration cases in 2011 under ICC Rules of Arbitration, surpassing the previous year by two cases.

2011 figures show steady growth in ICC arbitration
January 2012  The ICC International Court of Arbitration registered 796* arbitration cases in 2011 under ICC Rules of Arbitration, surpassing the previous year by three cases. On average, the Court has registered 800 cases per year since 2009.

The Experts on Experts, and Young Arbitrators in Emerging Markets
January 2012  On 15 December 2011, CMS Hasche Sigle hosted an ICC YAF event at their offices in Munich, Germany. It was a great success and was well-attended by young practitioners, not only from Germany but also from a number of other European jurisdictions.

International Mediation Conference 'early bird' rate ends 6 January
Paris, 5 January 2012  Commercial dispute resolution professionals interested in attending ICC’s 3rd Annual International Mediation Conference have just one more day to benefit from ‘early bird’ registration rates.

2012 sees new ICC Rules of Arbitration enter into force
Paris, 4 January 2012  The ICC International Court of Arbitration has welcomed in the New Year with the entry into force of its revised Rules of Arbitration.



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