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President Zalfa Al Hassan

President of the Tribunal of First Instance of Beirut
9.00 – 10:15

Day 3 Thursday 22 May 2025

Between Bench and Tribunal: Do Arbitration and the Judiciary Cooperate or Compete?

This panel delves into the evolving interplay between national courts and arbitral tribunals, examining whether they ultimately reinforce or undermine one another. Panelists will discuss how each system’s procedures, rulings, and interventions can shape the broader landscape of dispute resolution, touching on topics such as judicial oversight of arbitration, enforcement of awards, and collaborative best practices. Attendees will gain insights into the real-world tension points and promising pathways for achieving both efficiency and fairness when courts and arbitration meet.