Will the award stand? A data-led analysis of set-aside proceedings in the Gulf

Designed for in-house counsel and arbitration users, the session will provide practical takeaways to help calibrate strategy, from seat selection through to enforcement.

With reference to Reed Smith’s International Arbitration Report produced in association with LexisNexis, our distinguished panellists will offer an accessible, data-driven analysis of how courts in leading arbitral seats approach applications to set aside arbitral awards, with a particular focus on onshore UAE, DIFC, Bahrain and Saudi seats.

The discussion will examine outcomes, timelines, costs and emerging trends, providing actionable, seat-by-seat insights to support smarter, more informed decision-making.

Agenda:
8:30 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. – Breakfast and networking
9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. – Panel discussion and Q&A
10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. – Mini debates