Time to Update the New York Convention to Ensure Efficiency and Fairness in the Enforcement of A...*

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The session at Washington Arbitration Week featured a panel discussion on the New York Convention, which governs the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards. Key participants included Dana, an academic and legal practitioner, Joseph from Skadden, and Alexandra from Lewis Baach, who provided insights into the Convention's success and potential areas for improvement.

The panel highlighted that the New York Convention, established in 1958, has garnered widespread acceptance, with 772 state parties, representing a significant portion of the global community. The discussion emphasized the Convention's role in ensuring that foreign arbitral awards are treated equally to domestic awards, fostering international trade and legal cooperation.

There was debate on whether the Convention needs updating, considering its success and the evolving nature of international arbitration. Suggestions included the possibility of creating a Secretariat to guide interpretation and application, although many panelists expressed skepticism about its necessity due to the existing wealth of judicial decisions that provide guidance.

The panel also explored procedural challenges, such as the differences in enforcement between the New York Convention and the 1965 Washington Convention on the Settlement of Investment Disputes between States and Nationals of Other States (ICSID). They noted the stricter judicial review process for ICSID awards, which could serve as a model for enhancing the New York Convention's procedures.

The conversation turned to the implications of artificial intelligence (AI) in arbitration, particularly concerning the authenticity of evidence. The potential for AI-generated evidence to complicate disputes and the need for robust verification processes were discussed. The panelists agreed that while AI poses challenges, existing procedural frameworks could adapt to address these issues without necessitating amendments to the New York Convention itself.

Overall, the session underscored the importance of the New York Convention in international arbitration while acknowledging the need for ongoing dialogue about its application and the impact of emerging technologies on the arbitration landscape. Participants were encouraged to continue discussions informally after the session, emphasizing the collaborative spirit of the arbitration community.

Authors: James Boykin, Bjorn Arp, Dana MacGrath, Alexander Bedrosyan, Joseph L. Choe