ICC YAAF: Arbitrating Defence and Cybersecurity Disputes in Times of Rising Geopolitical Tensions

12:00 (GMT+03:00)
15:00 (GMT+03:00)
ClassroomHelsinki, Finland
English

Join us for a lively ICC YAAF discussion on arbitration of disputes arising in the defence and cybersecurity sectors, followed by a luncheon.

This ICC YAAF session offers an opportunity to explore issues concerning defence and cybersecurity disputes, including the suitability of arbitration as a mechanism for resolving such matters, often of strategic importance and involving national security implications. The discussion will be set in the context of rising geopolitical tensions, increased defence spending, rapid technological innovation, and mounting pressures on supply chains. The speakers will examine current trends and typical categories of disputes in this field, as well as factual scenarios that frequently give rise to them. They will also provide practical recommendations for industry stakeholders and contractors, as well as counsel and arbitrators involved in resolving such disputes, taking into account political shifts, regulatory constraints, national security concerns, commercial interests, and the sensitivity of the information involved.

Registration for the event closes on 23 June 2026.

Venue: Hannes Snellman Attorneys Ltd, Eteläesplanadi 20, 00130 / 00131 Helsinki, Finland

Piotr Paprota

ICC YAAF Representative for Europe and Central Asia; Senior Associate, GESSEL

p.paprota@gessel.pl

Nora Fredstie

ICC YAAF Representative for Europe and Central Asia; Partner, DAC Beachcroft LLP

nfredstie@dacbeachcroft.com

Speakers to be announced soon.

12:00-12:15

Registration, coffee and snacks

12:15-12:25

Opening remarks

12:25-12:40

Keynote address

12:40-13:45

Discussion and Q&A session

13:45-15:00

Luncheon and networking

At ICC, we believe that through training and mentorship, we can shape the next generation of leading international arbitration and ADR experts. Through the ICC Young Arbitration and ADR Forum (YAAF) network, we are able to better inform, connect, and inspire young professionals with interests in dispute resolution and dispute avoidance.

Throughout the world, ICC YAAF organises a number of educational and social events that allow young professionals to discover best practices, discuss topical issues, network, and create meaningful connections with experienced practitioners.

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