Resources
Third South Pacific International Arbitration Conference - Presentation by Acting Chief Justice Kamal Kumar
Justice Kamal Kumar, acting chief justice of the Supreme Court of Fiji, discussed the arbitration regime in Fiji. Fiji’s International Arbitration Act 2017 took effect on 4 December 2018 and applies even to international arbitration proceedings that began prior to its effectivity.
Drafting International Arbitration Agreements
The session covered the different types of arbitration, the elements that should be incorporated in an arbitration agreement, and tips to consider and traps to avoid in drafting an arbitration clause.
ADB Presents Overview of International Arbitration Reform in the South Pacific
ADB presents achievements of arbitration reform technical assistance accomplishments to date, emphasizing that South Pacific countries and Timor-Leste must continue to implement legal reforms on arbitration to attract foreign direct investment (FDI), a significant portion of Pacific economies.
Experience of the Republic of Korea
Mr. Changwan Han, director of the International Dispute Settlement Division of Republic of Korea’s Ministry of Justice, talked about how international arbitration has contributed to increased economic activities and investment flows in South Korea. A stable and effective dispute resolution system plays an important role in promoting sustained economic growth and attracting foreign direct investment.
Second South Pacific International Arbitration Conference: Enhancing the Rule of Law & Increasing Business Confidence in a Globalized Economy
To raise awareness and discuss the positive development impact of international arbitration reform in the South Pacific, the Government of Papua New Guinea, ADB, UNCITRAL Regional Centre for Asia and the Pacific and other partners hosted the Second South Pacific International Arbitration Conference.
The Dawn of International Arbitration in the South Pacific
The Government of Fiji, in collaboration with Asian Development Bank and United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Regional Centre for Asia and the Pacific, cohosted the first-of-its kind inaugural South Pacific International Arbitration Conference to raise awareness and discuss the positive development impact of international arbitration reform in the South Pacific.
Trade and Investment Facilitation by Arbitration and the Rule of Law
Prof. Michael Ewing-Chow talked about the effects of a change in production and trade pattern from single producer to global value chain.
Women in Leadership: The Superheroes of Tomorrow?
While female directors may not (always) be superheroes, there is little doubt that they influence firm and societal outcomes. Characterizing this influence requires a better understanding of what women bring to the boardroom table and how diversity affects firm outcomes. There is still a long way to go towards breaking the boardroom glass ceiling and more research is needed for understanding the benefits of board diversity. Find out whether female directors can help save economies and the firms on whose boards they sit.
Corporate Governance: Economic, Financing and Governance Models
Governance determines productivity and a country’s wealth. This presentation shows (i) how firms in Asia are affected by its governance practices; (ii) evidence of how ownership structure has adjusted in different parts of the world; and (iii) the various dimensions of governance and how different countries have configured the governance system.
Shareholders: Investors or Activists
From investors in passive, index-tracking funds to active and activist investors, this presentation covers the different types of company shareholder. It also examines the concept of stewardship—the directors’ duty to protect and enhance the assets they are entrusted with.