Georgetown Arbitration Month 2026 (series of events)

Georgetown Arbitration Month 2026 is a series of events designed to explore critical issues in arbitration. The month kicks off with a keynote address by J. Cristopher Thomas KC, discussing the dynamics between courts and arbitration, emphasizing themes of tension, trust, and transformation. Subsequent events include discussions on the intersection of diplomacy and arbitration, the future of sports arbitration, and the evolving role of ICSID in contract-based disputes. The series also addresses the Middle East's aspirations in global arbitration leadership and the treatment of intangible investments in investor-state dispute settlement (ISDS). This month-long program aims to engage practitioners, negotiators, and academics in meaningful dialogue about the future of arbitration.