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< Back New ICC Hearing Centre unveiled Mar 18, 2024 ICC has announced details on the opening of an ICC Hearing Centre in Paris, including its location, set-up and expected opening date. Located in a serene area of the 17th arrondissement , the ICC Hearing Centre is being constructed on Rue Legendre , just minutes away from major Paris law firms and the Cité judiciaire , and conveniently accessible from the city’s train stations and airports. The ICC Hearing Centre will span across a single level and offer two sets of hearing and breakout rooms, with the possibility of extending to a third to manage overflow. The state-of-the-art premises have been designed to provide premium service for in-person, hybrid and virtual hearings in terms of efficiency, technology, confidentiality, accessibility and overall comfort. The property housing the ICC Hearing Centre will include a five-star boutique hotel, a restaurant, café, fitness centre, roof terraces, as well as other office spaces. It is being developed by Groupe Galia . Alexander G. Fessas, Secretary General of the ICC International Court of Arbitration and Director of ICC Dispute Resolution Services said: “Providing excellent service to all arbitration and ADR hearings out of Paris, regardless of their institutional setting, has long been our objective, and we are delighted that the perfect home for our new Hearing Centre is now being constructed. We cannot wait to welcome our guests back in the autumn of 2024.” Previous Next

< Back Study shows WTO collapse could slash exports of developing countries by 33% ICC WBO Apr 17, 2024 New economic modelling shows developing economies would see significant long-term trade reductions without the safety-net of the World Trade Organization (WTO). Key findings : A 33% drop in developing countries’ merchandise trade relative to a baseline scenario with the multilateral system still in place A permanent GDP loss to developing countries of over 5% – driven in part by a 5% decline in foreign direct investment flows Acute export losses of 43% in low-income economies and 32% in middle-income countries At a regional level, significant export reductions in Sub-Saharan African (42%) and South Asia (41%). A new study commissioned by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and conducted by Oxford Economics analyses the potential long-term structural impacts of WTO dissolution on developing economies and unequivocally demonstrates the vital importance of the WTO in fostering global economic growth and development. The demise of the rules-based multilateral trading system would result in greater uncertainty and higher information costs for all developing countries – and a 33% decline in global trade in goods , comparing to a baseline where the “status quo” of the rules-based multilateral trading system remains intact. Least developed economies would see export declines of 43% without the essential safety net provided by multilateral trade rules (also compared to this baseline). The impacts of WTO dissolution would gradually intensify over time, with the full impact peaking by 2030 and remaining permanent. Such a scenario would have devastating implications for global development and – at a human level – lives and livelihoods across the developing world. The assumptions underlying our modelling may be viewed as conservative, involving a gradual erosion of trust that eventually results in a breakdown of members’ commitments to the rules-based system. This results in greater uncertainty, higher information costs for all countries and increased levels of protectionism between country pairs without pre-existing free trade agreements in place. But we do not assume that all the benefits associated with the WTO would be destroyed – the world is now so closely integrated through global value chains that incentives to adopt protectionist policies are permanently reduced. Yet, even under a conservative “best case” scenario, developing economies would be severely disadvantaged by the erosion of the multilateral trading system. The findings of this first-of-its-kind analysis underscore the fundamental development safety-net provided by the WTO. ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO said: “This study shows what is ultimately at stake – if the international community is serious about promoting global sustainable development, we must stop any further erosion of WTO rules and strengthen the multilateral system through successful reform of the organisation. It is high time to move beyond national positions and collaborate in our shared global interest.” One of the lead authors of the study, Lloyd Barton, Head of Thematic Macro Consulting at Oxford Economics, said: “The rules-based multilateral trade system has existed for so long that companies and consumers largely now take it for granted. But these rules are crucial to securing confidence in a stable and predictable trading environment. Our modelling of the long-term economic impact of potentially abandoning the WTO highlights the organisation’s importance for supporting trade as a critical enabler of growth in developing nations.” Find more: 2024-The-impact-on-developing-economies-of-WTO-dissolution-Briefing-for-policymakers.pdf ( iccwbo.org ) Previous Next

< Back Bartholomeus Leijnse Leijnse Artz Arbitrator Contact Details Netherlands +31 10 2444344 b.leijnse@leijnseartz.com Additional Links: Link Contact Details Biography Bartholomeus P.H. Leijnse (1962) graduated in Dutch law (1988) and in philosophy (1994); practicing lawyer since 1992, at Nauta Dutilh until 2001; founding partner of the boutique firm Leijnse Artz in Rotterdam (2001), focusing on commercial interests in highly regulated markets (food, consumer goods, health care and pharma). Counsel in numerous domestic and international arbitrations under various rules; chair, co-arbitrator, emergency and sole arbitrator in numerous cases in institutional (NAI, ICC, WIPO) and ad hoc arbitrations. Languages Spoken Dutch, English Specialisation Joint Ventures, Corporate Law / M&A, Product Liability, Life Sciences and Healthcare, Shareholder Disputes, International Trade Contracts Bar Admission(s) Credentials CV

< Back ICC warns of multilateral trade challenges in CNBC interview Mar 15, 2024 ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO provided insights into the developments emerging from the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) Ministerial Meeting (MC13) in Abu Dhabi. In an interview on CNBC’s Capital Connection show, Mr Denton spoke to host Dan Murphy about the importance of the WTO’s meeting in evaluating the state of the multilateral trading system and expressed concerns over the challenges threatening its functionality. He also stressed on its crucial role in facilitating cross-border trade, particularly for small businesses and noted instances of “hostage-taking” in negotiations. “What we’re seeing here is a continued risk of erosion of the very system which is so important to the economic development of a number of the economies which are actually playing pretty hardball,” he said. Mr Denton also discussed the business recommendations presented to WTO Director-General Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, emphasising the need to maintain and enhance the multilateral trading system. He also warned against the imposition of tariffs on cross-border data flows, which could hinder e-commerce growth and highlighted the importance of holistic reform, covering areas such as dispute resolution, negotiation and monitoring. Watch the full interview on the CNBC video hub . Read more on ICC’s response to the MC13 outcomes . Photo Credit: ©WTO/Prime Vision Previous Next

< Back Professor Dr Niek Peters Legaltree Arbitrator Contact Details Netherlands +31 20 80 06 367 niek.peters@legaltree.nl Additional Links: Link Contact Details Biography Professor Dr Niek Peters is a partner at Legaltree and professor of international commercial arbitration at the University of Groningen. Niek sits as arbitrator (sole arbitrator, co-arbitrator and chair) in commercial arbitrations, both ad hoc (including UNCITRAL) and institutional (e.g. , ICC, NAI, LCIA, UNUM). He also acts as counsel in commercial arbitrations and court litigation, including setting aside and enforcement proceedings. Niek‘s practice, both as counsel and arbitrator, focuses on the energy sector, the construction sector, the transport sector, the financial services sector and international trade. Many cases concern contractual disputes and damages claims. In this context, Niek also has experience with shareholder disputes, joint venture disputes, post M&A disputes and professional liability claims. Many of Niek’s cases have an international element and are governed by foreign law. Niek is a board member of the Royal Netherlands Association for International Law and the Dutch Arbitration Association. He is also a delegate to the ICC’s International Commission on Arbitration & ADR. During his career he has published many books and articles on arbitration, private international law and liability law. In Legal500 Niek has been recognized as a leading individual in the field of arbitration and he has been in included in Who’s Who Legal for many years. In Who‘s Who Legal he has been described as “a great attorney ”, “a clever practitioner ”, “quick minded and smart ”, “extremely thorough ”, “with a strong knowledge of arbitration law ”, and with “the ability to find practical and effective solutions to difficult issues ”. In Legal500 it was stated that Niek has “a strong legal knowledge ” and “a strong intellect ”, and that he “combines high-level academic knowledge with practical experience ” that “helps to solve the most difficult questions ” in “a low-key, can-do approach ”. "Nothing beats a well-prepared arbitrator" -Niek Peters Languages Spoken Dutch, English Specialisation Commercial, Investment / Public International Law, Joint Ventures, Corporate Law / M&A, Mass Claims Bar Admission(s) Credentials CV

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< Back Koorosh H. Ameli Ameli Intenational Arbitration Arbitrator Contact Details Netherlands +31 70 205 1298 k.ameli@ameliarbitration.com Additional Links: Link Contact Details Biography Judge Ameli specialises in international arbitration disputes involving issues of public international law, international investment law, bilateral and multilateral treaty law, sanctions law, Iranian law, as well as related commercial and contract law. He has particular experience in the oil and gas sector, major infrastructure projects, expropriations, telecoms, and other investment disputes. He has acted as arbitrator in more than 100 cases conducted under the UNCITRAL, ICC, LCIA and ad hoc arbitration rules. He also regularly acts as legal expert, counsel and legal consultant in major international arbitration and litigation cases. For more, see Ameli International Arbitration (ameliarbitration.com) Languages Spoken Persian, English Specialisation International Arbitration, Investment / Public International Law, Treaties, Contracts, Oil & Gas, Infrastructure, Telecoms, Expropriation, Sanctions, Iranian Law Bar Admission(s) Credentials CV

The ICC Incoterms® 2020 The ICC "international commercial terms", known worldwide as the ICC Incoterms® rules, have been an internationally generally accepted set of definitions and terms of delivery for use in international and national purchase and sale agreements for goods with a global reach since 1936. The ICC Incoterms ® 2020 version is the most recent international standard on international trade and is therefore the modern alternative to the ICC Incoterms ® 2010 rules. Over the past 10 years, these have been crucial tools for importers, exporters, lawyers, carriers and insurers all over the world. ICC periodically reviews the rules. In addition to the experiences of users, changes in policies, environmental guidelines and new technology have been included in the adjustments. The ICC Incoterms ® 2020 provides buyers and sellers with an up-to-date framework. They are also easier to use. The Incoterms® rules consist of a set of three-letter delivery terms that reflect the customs between buyers and sellers of goods. These three-letter delivery terms describe the allocation of tasks, costs, and risks between buyers and sellers, saving time and protecting entrepreneurs from pitfalls and financial damage. Developed after extensive consultation with users including economists, lawyers, traders, freight forwarders, and banking and insurance experts from ICC's global network, the ICC Incoterms® 2020 rules reflect changes in international trade. The Drafting Group, established by ICC in 2016, included a mix of traders, business representatives, and trade law specialists who analysed over 3,000 substantial comments and conducted four consultation rounds with national offices and expert groups, including two physical expert consultations in Beijing and London. This thorough process ensures that the rules remain relevant and effective in the evolving landscape of global trade. What are the key changes in Incoterms® 2020? The Incoterms® 2020 address a demonstrated need in the market for on-board bills of lading under the Free Carrier (FCA) Incoterms® rule. Free Carrier (FCA) has been revised for Incoterms® 2020 to cater to a situation where goods are sold FCA for carriage by sea and buyer or seller (or either party’s bank) requests a bill of lading with an on-board notation. FCA in article A6/B6 now provides for the parties to agree that the buyer will instruct the carrier to issue an on-board bill of lading to the seller once the goods have been loaded on board, and for the seller then to tender the document to the buyer (often through the banks). Educational In Company Training Incoterms ® The Incoterms ® 2020 rules provide clarity and certainty to your company. In practice, however, there appear to be questions about the way in which the Incoterms® rules relate to transport, customs, insurance, payment arrangements and also the internal procedures and agreements within the company. How does your company make optimal use of the most recent version of the Incoterms ® rules? What is the right application for your business? Legitimate questions to which the In Company training provides answers. Read More Seminars I Webinars Incoterms® 2020 To ensure that you are informed, stay informed and are also well informed about the Incoterms® 2020 rules, ICC offers Incoterms® 2020 seminars/webinars. In the seminars and webinars, experts will speak and emphasize the correct application of the ICC Incoterms® 2020 rules in daily use. The seminars and webinars are for everyone involved in trade in goods and delivery conditions, such as buyers, sellers, importers, exporters, carriers, insurers, lawyers and legal experts . 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Become a member ICC is the world’s most networked business organisation reaching over 45 million companies in more than 170 countries – a total employment footprint of over 1 billion people. Joining ICC makes business sense. Become part of our network. What are the benefits of joining ICC? Amplify your profile Access to international decision makers and engage with global business leaders, experts, international institutions, national governments and wider stakeholders Influence the global priorities, rules and standards that shape the way we trade Broaden client networks Support your supply chains Develop your talent and drive innovation across your business Gather insight and intelligence Shape the outcome of government dialogues Members represent a broad cross-section of business activity, including manufacturing, trade, services, banking and law in more than 170 countries, ranging from the world’s largest companies to SMEs, business associations, banks, law firms, and local chambers of commerce. ICC’s network is unparalleled. It offers the privilege of being uniquely placed to understand the practical challenges faced by businesses of all sizes and speak on its behalf, with authority, to policymakers that determine decisions affecting how business operates on a day-to-day basis. With access to governments and international forums, ICC ensures the voice of our members is heard on all aspects of business including trade, investment, sustainability, taxation, competition law and intellectual property. Members of ICC are informed of what matters at an early stage and provided constructive guidance on how to engage in relevant policy discussions. They also play an active part in drawing up rules and guidelines that can help business reduce costs and uncertainties – on arbitration, international banking issues and commercial contracts. The diversity of our members is reflected in the solutions we deliver, combining global perspective with local expertise towards one core purpose: to enable business to secure peace, prosperity and opportunity for all. Why ICC? International status and scale of network Depth of knowledge and expertise on trade Neutral convener to bring all parties to the table to deliver solutions that work for everyone Close working relationships with government Global influence Policy innovator ICC in Numbers $280 bn cases per annum The ICC International Court of Arbitration, launched in 1923 provides a global mechanism to settle international disputes — 23,000 cases since 1923, $280 billion cases processed per annum $25 tn of world trade ICC rules underpin $25 trillion 2 000 business experts ICC policy forums bring together over 2,000 world business experts to develop positions, rules and standards. 60-80% of world trade ICC Digital Standards Initiative is the coordinating body for digitalising 60–80% of world trade by 2026 40% of global trade finance ICC Banking Commission is the global selfregulating body for global trade finance governing 40% of global trade finance

< Back New Leadership Appointed to DSI Industry Advisory Board Mar 27, 2024 The International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) has announced new appointments to lead the Industry Advisory Board (IAB) of the Digital Standards Initiative, the global platform for digital trade standards alignment, adoption and engagement. Stephan Wolf of GLEIF assumes the Chair role, as the inaugural Chair Gerard Hartsink steps down. Robert Beideman of GS1, continues in his current role as Vice-Chair and is joined by ING banker Lynn Ng as newly appointed Vice-Chair. Since its formation in August 2021, the IAB has convened industry leaders, standards development organisations (SDOs), and trade and technical experts who are dedicated to solving the key challenges of trade digitalisation, including standards, interoperability, and digital trust. The IAB has played a key role in developing a simplified approach to digitalising the end-to-end supply chain under the Key Trade Documents and Data Elements (KTDDE) process. This process provides guidance on digital standards for each point on the supply chain to facilitate data sharing, alignment and interoperability across networks and platforms. Initial parts of the work were published in March 2023 and November 2023, and the conclusion of the work will be marked with a final, comprehensive publication in the weeks ahead. “ Gerard Hartsink , our outgoing IAB Chair, has been instrumental in helping us frame and advance our approach, while bringing together all key stakeholders into a single coherent effort. We are extremely grateful for the foundation he has built, as we turn our attention to driving adoption,” ICC Secretary General John W.H. Denton AO. Stephan Wolf , CEO of the Global Legal Entity Identifier Foundation, who has been serving as Vice-Chair of the IAB since 2023, said: “I am honoured to take on this new role and eager to work with Robert, Lynn and all our IAB members. Together, we will build on the DSI’s accomplishments and scale the adoption of global standards and trusted technology principles to digitalise trade faster and more broadly.” Incoming Vice-Chair Lynn Ng , who leads Sustainable Value Chains for ING Bank and is currently Chair of the ICC Banking Commission, said: “Gerard Hartsink has given generously to the cause of digitalising trade, finance and payments. I’m looking forward to continuing his work on these essential, overlapping areas to build a more sustainable, inclusive future.” Robert Beideman , Chief Product Officer of GS1, who has led the KTDDE work as IAB Vice-Chair, said: “With the KTDDE work, we have reached a significant milestone in presenting a single integrated vision for addressing digitalisation challenges across global supply chains. We’re grateful to all who have supported the work thus far, and excited to continue to work to realise the potential of trade digitalisation globally.” For more information about the ICC DSI, including tools and reports, please visit https://www.dsi.iccwbo.org/ . Previous Next

In Company Training The Incoterms® 2020 provide clarity and certainty to your company. In practice, however, there appear to be questions about the way in which the Incoterms® rules relate to transport, customs, insurance, payment arrangements and also the internal procedures and agreements within the company. How does your company make optimal use of the latest version of the Incoterms® rules? What is the right application for your business? Legitimate questions to which the In Company training provides answers. Why In-Company-Training With ICC's Incoterms® 2020 In Company training, you will be well prepared. Based on experience, we know that it is very useful to coordinate the training between the different departments, such as sales, marketing, finance, transport, compliance/legal and service. The added value of this means that your colleagues will be able to use the Incoterms® rules in a smarter way from now on. A group of employees from your company receive the same training, which is nice. The effect of this is reflected in practice, as well as the way in which departments work together. The In Company training offers the opportunity to reflect on the specific questions of the different departments within your company and also deals with the challenges that arise in your sector. Based on a telephone intake, the training is tailor-made. Based on this, the participants fill in a questionnaire so that the training can be further tailored to your wishes. The actual content and emphases will of course be determined in consultation. The size of the group is usually 10 to 15 people. The training is given in Dutch or English. Tailor-made for your business All colleagues trained in the same way ICC Certificate after completion for each participant Attractive price per participant Also suitable for larger groups No travel time or travel costs for the participants First-hand knowledge ICC Nederland now also offers online In Company training courses on the Incoterms® 2020 rules, in Dutch and in English. The aim of the online training is to gain more internal support and understanding for the Incoterms® 2020 rules that your company works with and to increase the basic knowledge about the ICC Incoterms® 2020 among your employees in order to facilitate daily use. Based on experience, we know that it is very useful to coordinate the training between the different departments, such as sales, marketing, finance, logistics, transport, compliance and legal. For more information, please contact ICC Netherlands via info@icc.nl Contact Us

< Back Willem van Baren Independent Arbitrator Arbitrator Contact Details Netherlands +31 20 737 3403 willem.vanbaren@arbitration.nl Additional Links: Link Contact Details Biography Willem van Baren practices since 2016 as independent international arbitrator. He has been actively involved in more than 100 arbitration cases as party-appointed arbitrator, chairman, sole arbitrator, emergency arbitrator and expert under the major arbitral institutions and arbitration rules (CEPANI, ICC, LCIA, NAI, SIAC, UNUM, WIPO) and governed by various procedural and substantive laws. Until his retirement, he was a partner in Allen & Overy’s dispute resolution practice. In 2009, he became a CEDR accredited mediator. Willem has been involved in arbitrations concerning State-entities and private entities, often multi-party, and spanning a multitude of sectors, such as banking, corporate transactions, finance, energy, construction, infrastructure, insurance, shipbuilding, offshore, oil & gas, industrial manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, transportation (aviation, marine), solar power plants and wind parks and relating to diverse legal issues, such as investment, distributorship, joint ventures, partnerships, contract termination, post-M&A, sales of goods and shareholdings. He conducts arbitrations in English and Dutch and has working knowledge of German. Languages Spoken Dutch, English, German Specialisation Corporate Law / M&A, Joint Ventures, Investment / Public International Law, Finance and Banking, Insurance, Pharmaceutical, Sales, Distribution, Construction, Shipbuilding, Offshore, Aviation, Energy and Natural Resources Bar Admission(s) Credentials CV