How are Middle East conflicts reshaping contracts across industries? Join us for a timely discussion to explore how arbitration is responding in real time—through force majeure and exceptional circumstances—to manage disruption, mitigate risk, and adapt legal strategies. 

This webinar aims to provide a practical and forward-looking discussion on the legal and transactional challenges arising from ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, with a particular focus on their impact on contractual performance across key sectors.

The session will bring together leading practitioners to examine how arbitral tribunals are addressing claims relating to disruption, non-performance, and risk allocation, and to provide actionable insights on strategy and dispute management.

The event will feature a keynote address by Gary Born, offering a high-level perspective on recent developments and emerging trends in international arbitration in times of geopolitical instability.

Format:

• Keynote speech by Gary Born
• Moderated panel discussion featuring Zeina Obeid, Malak Elkady, Sherif Akl and Ahmed Habib
• Interactive audience Q&A

Who should attend:

• In-house counsel operating in affected or exposed sectors
• State representatives and public sector legal teams
• Experienced arbitration practitioners and counsel
• Young practitioners seeking to deepen their expertise in complex disputes
• Law students with an interest in international arbitration and dispute resolutionThe session is designed to foster cross-generational and cross-sector dialogue, combining strategic insight with practical guidance for navigating disputes in an evolving and uncertain environment.