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UNCITRAL Weighs New Rules on Insolvency’s Impact on Arbitration and Litigation
By Washington Post-style Legal CorrespondentNew York, April 16, 2026 — A new proposal before United Nations Commission on International Trade Law could reshape how courts and arbitral tribunals worldwide handle disputes when one party becomes insolvent, signaling a potential shift in the balance between insolvency law and dispute resolution frameworks.The proposal, currently under discussion at the 68th session of UNCITRAL’s Working Group V on Insolvency Law, seeks to clarify the law governing the effects of insolvency on ongoing arbitration and litigation proceedings. Legal experts say the initiative addresses longstanding uncertainty that has often led to inconsistent outcomes across jurisdictions.At the heart of the proposal is a controversial but increasingly supported idea: arbitration agreements should not be treated as ordinary contracts for insolvency purposes. Traditionally, insolvency regimes in many jurisdictions allow administrators or courts to suspend or terminate contracts upon a party’s insolvency. However, the proposed approach would carve out arbitration
Belgium’s CEPANI Approves New Arbitration Rules Embracing Digital Proceedings
The Belgian Centre for Arbitration and Mediation (CEPANI) has approved a revised set of arbitration rules designed to modernize dispute resolution procedures and reflect the growing shift toward digital legal practice.The updated rules, endorsed by CEPANI’s Board of Directors, are set to come into force on June 1, 2026. They introduce a more streamlined procedural framework, with a strong emphasis on fully electronic proceedings. Under the new provisions, arbitration cases may be conducted entirely online, incorporating virtual hearings, digital submissions and the electronic signing of arbitral awards.The revisions also clarify rules governing multiparty proceedings, an area that has increasingly gained prominence in complex commercial disputes. By addressing these procedural aspects, CEPANI aims to provide greater certainty and efficiency for users navigating arbitration involving multiple stakeholders.The Brussels-based institution said the updated rules are intended to meet the expectations of modern arbitration users seeking clearer, faster and more technologically adaptable dispute resolution
UK Court of Appeal Stresses Need for Timely Objections in Arbitration Dispute
London — The Court of Appeal has underscored the critical importance of raising timely objections in arbitration proceedings, delivering a mixed ruling in a high-profile dispute between the Czech Republic and Diag Human SE.In its decision, the court allowed only one of three appeals challenging an investment treaty award under the Arbitration Act 1996, while dismissing the remaining claims. The ruling highlights both procedural discipline and the limits of post-award challenges in complex arbitration cases.The court set aside part of the award after finding that one of the parties did not meet the definition of an “investor” under the applicable bilateral investment treaty (BIT). This determination proved decisive, invalidating that portion of the tribunal’s decision.However, the broader challenge mounted by the appellant was largely unsuccessful. The respondents had argued that the claims were barred under Section 73 of the Arbitration Act, which prevents parties from raising objections they failed to
CIMA Partners with Russian International Arbitration Congress (RIAC) 2026
The Center for International Mediators and Arbitrators (CIMA) is pleased to support the Russian International Arbitration Congress (RIAC) 2026 , a leading global forum for arbitration practitioners, institutions, and industry leaders. Building on the success of its inaugural 2025 edition, which attracted over 1,500 participants across 40+ events, RIAC continues to distinguish itself through high-level professional dialogue combined with rich cultural engagement. The 2026 Congress will take place from 21 – 27 September 2026, featuring: CIMA looks forward to RIAC 2026
