The use of Dispute Boards is becoming increasingly common on large and complex projects across the Asia Pacific region. In many cases, Dispute Boards have provided an effective means for parties to obtain interim decisions on disputes pending final resolution by arbitration or litigation. Unfortunately, however, enforcement of a Dispute Board determination is not always straightforward. This should be addressed through careful drafting and, in particular, by vesting an arbitral tribunal with jurisdiction to address in an expedited manner any failure to comply with a Dispute Board decision. We consider some of the difficulties which may arise with particular reference to a recent Singapore case. Please click here to read more.
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