Following the success of past editions, the annual ICC Malaysia Arbitration Day returns to Kuala Lumpur for its fourth edition. Join us for this Conference where thought leadership and “glocal” professional networks coalesce!
This year’s Conference features panel discussions representing trajectories for arbitration – present and future – through select topics of key developments from the region and how they might transpire in practice for disputes with Malaysian nexus. The Conference also offers opportunities for private practitioners, experts, and professionals alike to (re-) connect with peers and colleagues in the dispute resolution industry.
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08:30 – 09:00 |
Registration |
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09:00-09:05 |
Opening Remarks Nahendran Navaratnam, Senior Partner, Navaratnam Chambers, Kuala Lumpur; Chairman, ICC Malaysia Arbitration Committee |
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09:05 – 09:20 |
Keynote Address |
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09:05 – 09:20-00:00 |
Updates from ICC International Court of Arbitration
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09:30 – 10:45 |
The Future of Arbitration in Asia: Trends, Pressures and Strategic Direction (2026 and Beyond) The speakers will explore how arbitration in Asia is evolving amid geopolitical shifts, regulatory change and rapid technological development. The panel will explore whether arbitration’s traditional advantages remain compelling, how emerging disputes — including those involving ESG, energy transition and digital technologies — are reshaping practice, and what lies ahead for arbitration in the region.
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10:45 – 11:15 |
Networking Break |
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11:15 – 12:30 |
Is the Belt and Road Still On Track? Disputes, Risks and Outlook for Cross-Border Projects Speakers in this session will share their analysis of disputes arising from cross-border infrastructure projects developed under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), including issues relating to complex contractual structures, financing and shifting geopolitical risks. The panel will also consider how dispute patterns are evolving as projects mature, and whether BRI will continue to drive arbitration in the region
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12:30 – 14:15 |
Lunch break |
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14: 15 – 15:30 |
Technology, AI and Digital Evidence in Arbitration: Efficiency, Risk and Responsibility The speakers will explore the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) in arbitration, from document review to evidence analysis. The panel will also address emerging risks — including unreliable AI outputs, deepfake evidence and cybersecurity concerns — and consider how tribunals can safeguard procedural integrity in an increasingly digital landscape.
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15:30 – 16:00 |
Networking Break |
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16:00 – 17:15 |
Under Siege: Taming the Guerrilla? A Debate on Procedural Strategy, Due Process and Tribunal Powers This debate session will examine whether international arbitration is uniquely vulnerable to such tactics, whether tribunals should take a firmer approach to procedural misconduct, and where the boundary lies between legitimate advocacy and abuse of process. The debate will explore three themes: (1) What are guerrilla tactics and why do they arise? (2) Are tribunals sufficiently equipped to respond? (3) Where should the balance lie between efficiency and due process?
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17:15 – 17:20 |
Closing remarks |
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17:45 – 19:00 |
Networking cocktail reception at the Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur |
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Asiyah Arif |
Asiyah Arif, Director, Providence Law Asia, Singapore |
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Louise Azmi |
Partner, Skrine, Kuala Lumpur |
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Pooja Chakraborty |
Associate Director, Secretariat, Kuala Lumpur |
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Tejus Chauhan |
Director, Arbitration & ADR, South Asia, ICC Dispute Resolution, Singapore |
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Foo Joon Liang |
Partner, Gan Partnership, Kuala Lumpur |
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Lim Chee Yong |
Partner, Lee Hishammuddin, Kuala Lumpur |
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Rabindra S. Nathan |
Partner, Shearn Delamore & Co, Kuala Lumpur |
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Nahendran Navaratnam |
Senior Partner, Navaratnam Chambers, Kuala Lumpur; Chairman, ICC Malaysia Arbitration Committee |
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Diane Peng |
Partner, Fangda Partners, Beijing |
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Avinash Pradhan |
Head of International Arbitration & Co-Head, South Asia desk, Rajah & Tann, Partner, Christopher Lee & Ong, Singapore & Kuala Lumpur |
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Kevin Prakash |
Partner, Adnan Sundra & Low, Kuala Lumpur |
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Carmen Proudfoot |
Managing Associate, Linklaters, Singapore |
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Rajakumar Rajakandan |
Partner, Azman Davidson & Co, Kuala Lumpur |
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Paul Sandosham |
Partner, Clifford Chance Asia, Singapore |
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Darmain Segaran |
Manager, National AI Office Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur |
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Clark Wang |
Barrister, Rede Chambers, Hong Kong SAR |
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Friven Yeoh |
Partner and Head of International Litigation & Arbitration in Asia, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP. Hong Kong & Singapore |
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Fang Zhao |
Managing Partner. Hui Zhong Law Firm, Shanghai |
| Venues |
For the Conference: Bangunan Sulaiman For the Networking Cocktail Reception post-Conference: The Majestic Hotel, Kuala Lumpur |
| Registration information |
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For further information, please contact:
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Valerie Victor (Ms) |
Executive Assistant, ICC DRS South Asia |
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Yap Lai Mun (Ms) |
Secretariat Support Services, ICC Malaysia |
There are three-tier sponsorship packages for the Conference. Please refer to the following list setting out pricings and benefits for each Sponsorship tier:
Premium Sponsorship package – RM25,000.00
(Exclusive – Limited to 1 sponsor only)
- 6 tickets to the Conference and cocktail reception
- 4 tickets to the cocktail reception only
- Your corporate logo will be included in promotional material, conference name tags, at backdrop at the Conference venue and as the Premium Sponsor
- Opportunity to display your corporate brochures on the registration table during the Conference
- Opportunity for your corporate stationery to be distributed to Conference participants
- Opportunity to display your corporate banner at the Conference registration area
- 10-minute welcome speech at cocktails venue
Elite Sponsorship package – RM15,000.00
(Limited to 2 sponsors only)
- 4 tickets to the Conference and cocktail reception
- 2 tickets to the cocktail reception only
- Your corporate logo will be included in promotional material, conference name tags, at backdrop at the Conference venue and as an Elite Sponsor
- Opportunity to display your corporate brochures on the registration table during the Conference
- Opportunity for your corporate stationery to be distributed to Conference participants
- Opportunity to display your corporate banner at the Conference registration area
- The Elite Sponsor will be acknowledged as a host for lunch on the Arbitration Day
Conference Sponsorship Package – RM6,000.00
- 2 tickets to the Conference and cocktail reception
- Your corporate logo will be included in promotional material, conference name tags and backdrop at the Conference venue
- Opportunity to display your corporate brochures on the registration table during the Conference
- Opportunity for your corporate stationery to be distributed to Conference participants
Opportunity to display your corporate banner at the Conference registration area.
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