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Web Release
26-05-2025
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Closing of the first edition of Beirut Arbitration Days: Professor Najib Hage-Chahine's Ten Recommendations to Cement Beirut as the Regional Capital of Arbitration
Closing of the first edition of Beirut Arbitration Days: Professor Najib Hage-Chahine's Ten Recommendations to Cement Beirut as the Regional Capital of Arbitration In the presence of the President of the Beirut Bar Association, Mr. Fadi Masri, and at the initiative of the event's creator, Professor Najib Hage-Chahine, the first edition of 'Beirut Arbitration Days' concluded on 22 May 2025 after attracting more than 1,000 participants from 40 countries, 60 international speakers and 40 supporting organizations. Prime Minister Judge Nawaf Salam opened the conference, confirming Lebanon's ability 'to regain its regional and international role in arbitration.' Both Minister of Justice Judge Adel Nassar and Minister of Information Dr. Paul Morcos affirmed the government's support for spreading the culture of arbitration, while the President of the Bar Association stressed the Bar's commitment to consolidating this course. The Ten Recommendations of Professor Najib Hage-Chahine In the closing session, Professor Najib Hage-Chahine presented ten practical recommendations: Lawyers: Insert an arbitration clause in contracts and choose Beirut as the seat. Judiciary: Support the independence of arbitrators and accelerate annulment and enforcement proceedings. Legislators: Update the Arbitration Law to align with the New York Convention and international standards. Government: Integrate arbitration into investment-attraction policies and develop specialized digital infrastructure. Arbitrators: Commit to the highest levels of transparency, ethics, and continuous training. Experts: Adopt precise scientific models in the assessment of damages and act as support to arbitral tribunals, not as a party in the dispute. Arbitration centers: Strengthen regional cooperation and embrace technology and diversity. Universities: Integrate arbitration into curricula and provide practical training for students. Students and youth: Engage in moot courts and fellowship programs. Bar Association: Entrench LIAC-BBA as a strategic arm for independent arbitration. The event concluded with Professor Hage-Chahine affirming that 'Beirut has returned as the capital of Arab arbitration' and inviting participants to the next edition, 'Beirut Arbitration Days 2026,' under the slogan Beirut Nutrix Legum.
Web Release
13-05-2025
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First Edition of 'Beirut Arbitration Days' to Take Place on 20–22 May 2025
By Editor_wr On May 13, 2025 The President of the Beirut Bar Association Me Fadi Masri announced the launch of the inaugural edition of Beirut Arbitration Days organized by the Lebanese & International Arbitration Center at the Beirut Bar Association (LIAC-BBA) which will be held at the Maison de l'Avocat from 20 to 22 May 2025. During the announcement, Me Fadi Masri remarked that the launch of 'Beirut Arbitration Days' marks a pivotal milestone in Lebanon's ongoing recovery and embodies the Bar Association's commitment to strengthening the culture of arbitration in the region. Professor Najib Hage-Chahine, Director of LIAC-BBA and the driving force behind the event, stated that Beirut Arbitration Days is more than just another legal conference; it represents a decisive step toward re-establishing Beirut as a leading regional hub for arbitration and dispute resolution. Beirut, historically revered as the 'Mother of Laws,' is thus reclaiming its rightful place on the international stage. The organizers expect to welcome over one thousand participants from more than forty countries. More than sixty Lebanese and international speakers will contribute to the event, supported by over forty organizations. The initiative also enjoys robust academic backing from leading Lebanese universities – including the Lebanese American University (LAU), Saint Joseph University (USJ), La Sagesse University, Beirut Arab University and the Holy Spirit University of Kaslik (USEK) – alongside institutional support from arbitration centres in Jordan, Egypt, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait and Turkey. Sessions will be held in Grand Auditorium of Maison de l'Avocat, enhancing Lebanon's business climate, attracting investment and broadening the region's legal expertise network. The programme features an official presentation of the new LIAC-BBA Arbitration Rules, discussions on conflicts of interest, damages and cross-examination, and a dedicated session on the interaction between the judiciary and arbitration and the role of regional centres. Other highlights include panels on artificial intelligence, energy disputes in times of conflict, a mock arbitration hearing, specialised workshops and extensive networking opportunities. The opening keynote will be delivered by H. E. Prime Minister, Judge Nawaf Salam. Government ministers, the President of the Beirut Bar Association, heads of regional arbitration centres, academics, judges and experts from leading global firms—among them White & Case, Reed Smith, Bird & Bird and Mayer Brown—will also participate. In keeping with LIAC-BBA's commitment to the next generation, complimentary seats have been reserved for law students and trainees, together with a mentoring track that allows them to attend sessions and meet experts, thereby strengthening arbitration culture among young Lebanese practitioners. Attendance is free of charge, subject to seat availability, and registration is open at First Edition of 'Beirut Arbitration Days' to Take Place on 20–22 May 2025 Comments are closed.
