On 3 October 2024, the vibrant city of Tallinn hosted the inaugural Tallinn Arbitration Day, an event organized by the Estonian Arbitration Association. This gathering brought together a diverse group of legal professionals, academics, and policymakers to discuss pressing issues in the field of arbitration. Anastasiya Ugale joined a panel of esteemed colleagues to explore the topic of Uncharted Justice: Public International Law Tools in Uncertain Times. Anastasiya's presentation focused on the use of Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) and other international arbitration and litigation tools to protect investors and their assets in the context of an ongoing war in Ukraine. Anastasiya's insights were particularly relevant given the current geopolitical climate and highlighted the importance of adapting legal frameworks to meet new challenges.
The panel, moderated by Dr. Eveli Lume from Squire Patton Boggs, featured an impressive lineup of speakers including Kerli Veski, Undersecretary for Legal and Consular Affairs at Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Estonia, Dainis Pudelis, Legal Advisor at the State Chancellery of Latvia, and Stefan Marc Kuuskne of Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP.
The discussion provided a platform for exchanging ideas on how public international law can be utilized effectively in uncertain times, making it a valuable session for all attendees. Anastasiya's participation underscored her expertise and commitment to advancing arbitration practices in complex international scenarios.
Tallinn Arbitration Day 2024 successfully fostered dialogue and collaboration among arbitration professionals, setting a promising precedent for future events in Estonia's burgeoning arbitration community.
The panel, moderated by Dr. Eveli Lume from Squire Patton Boggs, featured an impressive lineup of speakers including Kerli Veski, Undersecretary for Legal and Consular Affairs at Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Estonia, Dainis Pudelis, Legal Advisor at the State Chancellery of Latvia, and Stefan Marc Kuuskne of Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP.
The discussion provided a platform for exchanging ideas on how public international law can be utilized effectively in uncertain times, making it a valuable session for all attendees. Anastasiya's participation underscored her expertise and commitment to advancing arbitration practices in complex international scenarios.
Tallinn Arbitration Day 2024 successfully fostered dialogue and collaboration among arbitration professionals, setting a promising precedent for future events in Estonia's burgeoning arbitration community.