Webinar on: FIDIC 2017 Red Book: A Civil Law Inclination?”
On 14 July 2020, the CIArb Egypt Branch organized jointly with CRCICA a webinar titled “FIDIC 2017 Red Book: A Civil Law Inclination?” The speakers were Dr. Ahmed Waly, Managing Partner of Waly – Arbitration and Contract Administration Firm, Adjunct Associate Professor at the Department of Construction Engineering, the American University in Cairo, and Dr. Waleed El Nemr, Contracts Director of Hill International (Africa) LTD, Adjunct Assistant Professor at the Department of Construction Engineering, the American University in Cairo. The moderator was Dr. Salwa Fawzy, Commercial Director (Contracts and Procurement) at El Sweedy Industrial Development, and Instructor at the American University in Cairo.
At the onset of the webinar, Dr. Fawzy announced the establishment of the Branch’s Mentoring Program as the first Program initiated by a CIArb branch in the region. The Program provides young CIArb members the opportunity to learn from the experience of more senior CIArb’s community members through several activities like workshops, video conferences, sharing information and networking opportunities. For more information about the mentoring program, https://www.ciarb.org/our-network/middle-east-subcontinent/egypt/mentoring-programme/
The webinar topic was unique, as it made correlations between provisions in the Egyptian Civil Code and clauses in the FIDIC 2017 "Red Book" contract to deduce a possible effect of the former on the latter. Dr. Waly and Dr. El Nemr highlighted the similarities (as well as some differences) using four concepts as a base for comparison, namely good faith, force majeure/exceptional events, decennial liability and termination for default. The webinar was viewed by 1700 viewers on various social media platforms, attended by 460 participants from 43 countries; namely Bahrain, Belgium, Botswana, Brazil, Cambodia, Canada, Chile, Egypt, France, Greece, India, Indonesia, Iraq, Japan, Jordan, Kenya, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Malaysia, Mauritania, Mauritius, Morocco, Nigeria, Palestine, Qatar, Romania, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Spain, Sri Lanka, Sweden, Tunisia, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, Viet Nam, Yemen, and Zimbabwe.
To watch the full webinar kindly visit:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j0t-Ys3_RwM&feature=youtu.be
CRCICA Broadcasted its First Series of Webinars on “Mediation in a Changing World”: The Future of Mediation to Resolve Post-Pandemic Disputes
On 6 July 2020, CRCICA broadcasted its first series of webinars "Mediation in a Changing World" on “The Future of Mediation to Resolve Post-Pandemic Disputes”. Dr. Ismail Selim, CRCICA’s Director, delivered the opening speech and introduced the speaker Dr. Emad Hussein, Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, and International Commercial Arbitrator.
Dr. Emad outlined the means and solutions of “convention justice” platforms, the mediation system against the challenges of alternative cultures, Singapore Convention on Mediation, latest global trends in mediation, and the future of digital mediation and “the new normal”.
Discussion with participants focused on the conflicts likely to arise due to the pandemic, why mediation is more effective in the settlement of disputes, and the types of mediation. At the end, Dr. Emad extended his thanks and appreciation for CRCICA’s team members. The webinar was attended by 252, representing various business sectors, and 1,400 views on social media platforms from Algeria, Bahrain, Canada, Egypt, Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Malaysia, Morocco, Omran, Palestine, Saudi Arabia, South Sudan, Switzerland, Tunisia, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, United Kingdom, United States of America, and Yemen.
To watch the full webinar kindly visit:
https://www.facebook.com/303259653039923/videos/280077083087153/
CRCICA Mediation Webinar “Mediation as a Means of Resolving Disputes in Times of Crisis”
On 17 June 2020, CRCICA organized a webinar titled “Mediation as a Means for Dispute Resolution in Times of Crisis” with more than 500 registered participants and 1,700 views on CRCICA’s various social media platforms. The speaker was Mr. Fehmi Karami, Mediator, International Arbitrator and Trainer on Mediation (Lebanon). Ms. Fatma Ibrahim, Mediation Special Advisor at CRCICA was the moderator and Dr. Ismail Selim, CRCICA’s Director, delivered the opening speech. Dr. Selim highlighted the importance and privileges of mediation, inter alia, saving time and providing cost-effective solutions.
Mr. Karami focused on mediation as an alternative and amicable dispute resolution process where parties resort to a neutral third party (the mediator) to assist in reaching a win-win solution. He also shed light on types of mediation, the selection of the mediator, the role of the mediator in seeking how each party achieve its goals. Finally, Mr. Karami drew attention to the important role of some Arab and international institutions in promoting mediation including the CRCICA as one of the most qualified centers for training on mediation.
Update on the Prevention Principle in UK Law: Is There a Role for Good Faith?
On 25 February 2020, the CIArb Egypt Branch jointly with CRCICA organized a seminar titled: “Update on the Prevention Principle in UK Law: Is There a Role for Good Faith?” The speaker was Mr. David Christie, Academic Strategic Lead at the Law School,Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen, UK, and Chair of the Northern Chapter of the Scottish Branch of the CIArb. The seminar was moderated by Dr. Waleed El Nemr, Contracts Director, Hill International (Africa) Ltd, Vice Chairman & Education and Training Officer, CIArb (Egypt Branch).
The speaker focused on the differences between the jurisdictions of England-Wales and Scotland and approached as well the interesting topic of concurrent delays. Interactive discussions followed the speech outlining concepts such as “time at large” and the often-debatable topic of time bar clauses in the UK and Egyptian jurisdictions. Participants were from Egypt, Iraq and Japan represented law firms, private and public sector companies (construction in particular), and academics.
Seminar on: The Impact of Emerging Technologies on International Arbitration: Cybersecurity, Blockchain & Smart Contracts and Artificial Intelligence
On 30 January 2020, the CIArb Egypt Branch jointly with CRCICA organized a seminar titled “The Impact of Emerging Technologies on International Arbitration: Cybersecurity, Blockchain & Smart Contracts and Artificial Intelligence” at CRCICA’s auditorium
The speaker was Mr. Brandon J Malone, LLM FCIArb FRICS, Solicitor Advocate, Brandon Malone & Company, Chairman, Scottish Arbitration Centre, Associate Member of Chambers at Quadrant Chambers, London and a Senior Legal Consultant with HFI Consulting and Legal Services with offices in Aberdeen and Dubai. The event was moderated by Prof. Dr. Mohamed S. Abdel Wahab, Founding Partner & Head of International Arbitration, Construction and Oil & Gas, Zulficar & Partners Law Firm, Chair, Private International Law and Professor of Dispute Resolution, Cairo University, Member of the Board of Trustees of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, and Member of the CRCICA Advisory Committee. The speech focused on three aspects of technological change; namely cybersecurity, blockchain & smart contracts, and artificial intelligence that have the potential to disrupt international arbitration.
Attendees were lawyers, construction attorneys, engineers, members of the judiciary, and students from Egypt and Japan.
