Global Harmonization of Arbitration and Respect of Cultural Differences. Comparative Law as Due Process?

Individuals fashion the culture of international arbitration, often in their own image. This session explores how the professional and personal background of participants in the system affects procedure, advocacy and outcomes, attitudes to foreign law and fact-finding. Are we seeing arbitration conducted in different ways in different parts of the world? Does the harmonisation of processes enhance understanding and effectiveness or mask misunderstanding? How can greater cultural sensitivity and competence be achieved?