The 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules – Charting a New Course for Efficiency and Transparency

By Olivia Holl The updated International Chamber of Commerce (“ICC”) Arbitration Rules (the “2026 Rules”) entered into force as of 1 June 2026, reflecting the continuing commitment of the ICC International Court of Arbitration to safeguarding the legitimacy, transparency and efficiency of the arbitral process. The revisions, unveiled in a six-part series, represent a significant procedural recalibration designed to streamline case management … Continue reading The 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules – Charting a New Course for Efficiency and Transparency

‘Omar Dis-Appear’: Legal Effects of Africa’s Withdrawal from the ICC

'Omar Dis-Appear': The Potential Legal Effects of Africa’s Withdrawal from the International Criminal Court as a Result of the Omar Al-Bashir Debacle By Rui Lopes -- AAT & AAF contributing author ("The Fascinating Story of Thula Madonsela and Being Undermined") The mass withdrawal of the Rome Statute by African states leaves most of them with little to no … Continue reading ‘Omar Dis-Appear’: Legal Effects of Africa’s Withdrawal from the ICC