Mr. Chelva R. Rajah SC

Chairman, Maxwell Chambers

On behalf of Maxwell Chambers, Singapore’s first dedicated and integrated centre for international dispute resolution, it gives me great pleasure to invite you to join us at the inaugural Singapore International Arbitration Forum (SIAF) 2010 to be held at the Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore on 21 and 22 January 2010.

As global markets struggle to find their feet in the midst of these tough economic times, what does the future hold for the international arbitration industry? How will the many complex transnational business and trade arrangements entered into during the boom years unravel in the rapid slowdown of the global economy? Do our existing mechanisms and ethos need a revamp to cope with the changed and changing landscape? These and other pertinent questions will be addressed at SIAF 2010.

Jointly organized by Maxwell Chambers and the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC), SIAF 2010 will bring together some of the world’s most respected and influential figures in international arbitration for an open dialogue and exchange of information, best practices, views and insights on critical issues facing the industry around the central theme of “The Future for International Arbitration”.

All delegates and guests will be invited on the first evening to the official opening of Maxwell Chambers’ new custom built international dispute resolution centre.  Followed by dinner at the premises, there will be ample opportunity for participants to network and catch up with old friends.  The closing reception the following evening will be at the Singapore Marina Barrage where a panoramic view of the Singapore skyline can be enjoyed while savoring fine cuisine from Singapore and beyond.

We look forward to your active participation in SIAF 2010 and are happy to welcome you and your accompanying family members.

Prof Michael Pryles

Chairman, Singapore International Arbitration Centre

The Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) is pleased to partner Maxwell Chambers in co-organizing the inaugural Singapore International Arbitration Forum (SIAF) 2010 to be held at the Raffles City Convention Centre, Singapore from 21 to 22 January 2010.

SIAF 2010 promises to provide a vibrant, stimulating and interactive forum for all in the global arbitration community to exchange views and insights on critical issues and update on the latest developments affecting our industry. As the ramifications of the current global economic crisis unfold, SIAF 2010 is a timely herald for players in the international arbitration space to come together to consider the way forward in view of these trying times. 

We are very fortunate indeed to have been able to assemble impressive panels of global arbitration experts who will lead discussion in 4 showcase plenary sessions on diverse topics such as -

• Jurisprudence versus privacy: has the time come for a body of international arbitration case law?
• Looking forward – are the New York Convention and the Model Law adequate for meeting the challenges of the future?
• The role of the Courts in support of arbitration: finding the right balance
• Investment arbitration: perils and possibilities
• Innovative approaches to the conduct of arbitration

Apart from the formal conference programme, we are especially excited to welcome you to the launch of Maxwell Chambers’ international dispute resolution facility which will also be home to SIAC. Needless to say, there will be many opportunities for making new friends and renewing old ties while enjoying the vibrancy and unique blend of cultures and cuisine that is Singapore.

We look forward to seeing you at the SIAF 2010.