The University of Vienna, ICSID and Herbert Smith Freehills LLP are hosting an exclusive symposium on ICSID in the Geopolitical Arena on 27 November 2024 at the University of Vienna.
Keynote Speaker: Meg Kinnear
Meg Kinnear, the former Secretary-General of ICSID, will be sharing her invaluable insights from the past 15 years. She will explore the dramatic geopolitical shifts that have reshaped the global investment landscape and discuss the evolving challenges in investment protection.
What to Expect:
The symposium will provide a deep dive into ICSID’s track record over the past decade and a half. Attendees can look forward to thought-provoking discussions on ICSID’s pivotal role in today’s geopolitical context. The event will also feature engaging interviews and dynamic panel discussions with leading experts and professionals in the field. Additionally, there will be ample networking opportunities to connect with peers and industry leaders.
The program also includes:
- ICSID and the Two Faces of Globalization
- ICSID and the Fight for the Rule of Law
- Standing up for Human Rights and Climate
- Investment Protection in Times of War: Different Perspectives - One Problem
- Open Discussion & Reception
To register for the event or to find out more, please click here.
If you have any questions, please contact events-germany@hsf.com.
Key contacts
Andrew Cannon
Partner, Global Co-Head of International Arbitration and of Public International Law, London
Christian Leathley
Partner, Co-Head of the Latin America Group, Co-Head of the Public International Law Group, US Head of International Arbitration, London
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