CIArb Asia Pacific Conference 2011 Investment and Innovation: International Dispute Resolution in the Asia Pacific

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1 Preliminary Programme and Registration Form CIArb Asia Pacific Conference 2011 Investment and Innovation: International Dispute Resolution in the Asia Pacific May 2011 Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel Sydney Australia Principal Sponsor: Early Bird Rates available until 31 March

2 Introduction For multinational companies and industry groups, international dispute resolution is an integral part of good business practice. As the world emerges from the global financial crisis, investment and innovation are key to reshaping and rebuilding. With the rapid growth of international trade, progressive legislative reform and technological innovation in dispute resolution, all eyes focus on the Asia Pacific region. CIArb s Conference is a dynamic two day forum which will consider challenges and opportunities for international dispute resolution practices driven by reform and regional investment. Programme* Thursday 26 May 1800 Registration & welcome reception Friday 27 May 0800 Registration & Coffee 0915 Welcome address 0930 Keynote address Each session will include a Sponsor and Chairman s Introduction; Speakers Presentations; Panel Discussion and Q&A. 1000: Session 1: Innovations in international arbitration: recent changes to legislation and practice in the Asia Pacific region 1100: Morning coffee 1130: Session 2: Technical innovation in arbitration 1245: Networking lunch Why you should attend? n Hear from global arbitration leaders and decision makers n Gain up to date insights on leading edge issues n Engage in high level and wide ranging networking opportunities n Attendance will earn Continuing Professional Development (CPD) points n Receive special delegate offers and discounts Venue & accommodation Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel Located in the financial heart of the Sydney CBD, the Hotel is a 5 star luxury venue minutes from many of Sydney s attractions, including the Opera House, Circular Quay, The Rocks and the Royal Botanic Gardens. It is also within walking distance of the Australian International Disputes Centre, Australia s premier international arbitration venue. The Sofitel is offering conference delegates special rates, visit the website for more details. 1400: Session 3: Regional challenges to and opportunities for international arbitration 1530: Afternoon tea 1600: Session 4: International arbitration and the courts the Australian approach 1700: Close of day : Networking reception at the Sydney offices of Mallesons Stephen Jaques Saturday 28 May 0900 Keynote Address Each session will include a Sponsor and Chairman s Introduction; Speakers Presentations; Panel Discussion and Q&A Session 5: How to draft an arbitration clause and its effect on enforcement 1100 Morning coffee 1130 Session 6: The growth of international mediation in the region 1300 Networking lunch 1415 Session 7: Arbitration a commercial client perspective 1545 Closing address 1600 Close of conference Gala dinner at the Art Gallery of New South Wales *Programme, speakers and chairmen subject to amendment

3 Speakers & Chairmen* Delegates will hear from leading members of government, industry, business and arbitration specialists, who will draw upon their wealth of knowledge and experience. Please refer to the conference website for the latest speaker updates, together with their photos and biographies. n The Hon. Justice James Allsop, President, New South Wales Court of Appeal, Australia n Chiann Bao MCIArb, Secretary General, Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre, Hong Kong n Hop Dang, Senior Associate, Allens Arthur Robinson, Vietnam n The Hon. Murray Gleeson AC, former Chief Justice of the High Court of Australia n Lord Peter Goldsmith QC, Head of European Litigation Practice, Debevoise & Plimpton, UK n Alastair Henderson MCIArb, Managing Partner, Herbert Smith, Thailand n Malcolm Holmes QC FCIArb, Senior Counsel, New South Wales, Australia n Philip Jeyaretnam SC, Managing Partner, Rodyk & Davidson LLP & Chairman, Maxwell Chambers, Singapore n Yu Jianlong, Vice Chairman and Secretary-General, CIETAC, PR of China n Doug Jones AM FCIArb, President, CIArb, Australia n Christopher Lau SC FCIArb, Arbitrator, Singapore n Alan Limbury, Mediator and Arbitrator, Strategic Resolution, Australia n Damian Lovell, General Counsel, BHP Billiton, Australia n The Hon. Robert McClelland MP, Attorney General of Australia n Peter Megens FCIArb, Partner, Mallesons Stephen Jaques, Australia n Nancy Milne AM, Partner, Clayton Utz, Australia n Albert Monichino SC FCIArb, Member of the Melbourne Bar, Australia n Vikram Nakami FCIArb, Arbitrator, India n Suzanne Nusbaum FCIArb, former US Administrative Law Judge, USA n Colin Ong FCIArb, Managing Partner, Dr Colin Ong Legal Services, Advocates & Solicitors, Brunei n Vinayak Pradhan FCIArb, Vice President, CIArb, Malaysia n Rashda Rana FCIArb, General Counsel, Project Management & Construction, Lend Lease n Peter Rees QC FCIArb, Legal Director, Royal Dutch Shell, The Netherlands n Owain Stone, Partner, Korda Mentha and National Chair of the Forensic Accountants Special Interest Group, Institute of Chartered Accountants, Australia n Damian Sturzaker MCIArb, Partner, Marque Lawyers, Australia n John Wakefield, FCIArb, Partner, Holman Webb Lawyers & President, CIArb Australian Branch Social Functions The organsing committee is pleased to offer a number of social functions throughout the conference. All registered delegates are entitled to join both the Welcome and Networking Receptions. Tickets for the Gala Dinner must be purchased separately. Please refer to the website for updates. Thursday 26 May Welcome Reception at the Sofitel Sydney Wentworth Hotel sponsored by List A Barristers Included in Delegate and Accompanying Partner registration fees Friday 27 May Networking Reception at the Sydney offices of Mallesons Stephen Jaques Included in Delegate and Accompanying Partner registration fees Saturday 28 May Gala Dinner in the Art Gallery of New South Wales Not included in any registration fees Accompanying Partner(s) Registered Accompanying Partners are entitled to join both the Welcome and Networking Receptions as well as the delegate conference lunches. Tickets for the Gala Dinner must be purchased separately. Further information about sightseeing options are available on the website. Registration & Fees To register for the conference, please complete and return the attached booking form together with the correct payment. Online booking is also available, visit: Registered delegates will be sent a receipt and joining instructions which should be read carefully prior to departure. Additional delegate information will be regularly uploaded to the website (Delegate Resources Page). Delegate Registration Fees The delegate fee includes attendance at all sessions, associated conference catering, relevant paperwork and attendance at the Welcome and Networking Receptions only. Early Bird Rate (available up to and including 31 March 2011) n CIArb and co-sponsor members 350 Aus$560 n Non members 520 Aus$830 Standard Rate (available from 01 April 2011) n CIArb and co-sponsor members 450 Aus$720 n Non members 620 Aus$990 Accompanying Partner This ticket may only be purchased in association with a full paying delegate registration. The accompanying partner is entitled to attend the Welcome and Networking Receptions as well as the conference lunches. However, they may not attend any of the conference sessions. n Accompanying partner 80 Aus$135 per guest to a maximum of four tickets Gala Dinner Cost not included in the conference fee. Additional tickets may also be bought for guests not attending the conference. n CIArb and co-sponsor members individual ticket 90 Aus$150 n Non member individual ticket 120 Aus$198 n CIArb and co-sponsor members table (x10 places) 900 Aus$1500 n Non member table (x10 places) 1200 Aus$1980

4 CIArb Asia Pacific Conference 2011 Registration Form Online booking is also available, visit Delegate Information PLEASE PRINT (Please photocopy this page for additional delegates) Title*: Mr Ms Miss Mrs Dr Prof First name(s)*: Family name (surname)*: Job title: Company/Org: Address 1: Address 2: Town/City: Postcode/Zip: Telephone: * (for confirmation & joining instructions): Signature: Other: County: Country: Fax: Date: * Mandatory fields Do you have any special requirements? Accompanying Partner(s) Information PLEASE PRINT (Does not include admission to any conference sessions) * Mandatory fields Fees: (Note that there is no UK VAT applicable on these fees) CIArb Membership No/Co-sponsor members discount code: Conference: Early Bird Rate CIArb and co-sponsor members 350 / Aus$560 /$ (available up to and including 31 March 2011) Non members 520 / Aus$830 /$ Standard Rate CIArb and co-sponsor members 450 / Aus$720 /$ (available from 01 April 2011) Non members 620 / Aus$990 /$ Accompanying Partner Accompanying partner 80 / Aus$135 No. /$ (only available if accompanied by a full paying delegate) Conference Dinner (Cost not included in the conference fee. Additional tickets may also be bought for guests not attending the conference): CIArb and co-sponsor members ticket(s) 90 / Aus$150 Number of tickets: /$ Non member ticket(s) 120 / Aus$198 Number of tickets: /$ CIArb and co-sponsor members table (x10 places) 900/Aus$1,500 Number of tables: /$ Non member table (x10 places) 1,200 / Aus$1,980 Number of tables: /$ Total: /$ Please return your completed booking form to the Events Team via , fax or post: E: events@ciarb.org F: +44 (0) Post: CIArb, 12 Bloomsbury Square, London WC1A 2LP, UK Online booking available: Continued overleaf:

5 CIArb Asia Pacific Conference 2011 Registration Form Online booking is also available, visit Payment Please tick one of the following options: Cheque I enclose a cheque made payable to CIArb for: /$ NB An additional $25 will be added to cheque payments received in dollars to cover bank charges. Credit/debit card Please debit my: Visa MasterCard Maestro with: /$ Card number: Issue date: Expiry date: Issue No. (Maestro only) Security code (i.e. last 3 digits of long number shown on the back of your card): Name of card holder: Signature: Date: Primary Profession Please return Contracts your Professional completed booking Project form Manager/ by 18 June 2010 Traderto the Events Team via Specific or fax: interest in ADR? Academic/Lecturer Doctor/Dentist Professional Property Valuer/ Mediation E events@ciarb.org F +44 (0) Address: CIArb, 12 Bloomsbury Square, London WC1A 2LP Accountant/Auditor Engineer (other) Property Surveyor Auctioneer Arbitration Agent Architect Barrister/Advocate Broker Building Surveyor Civil Engineer Claims Professional Commercial Professional Private practice Lawyer Solicitor/Attorney Full-time Arbitrator/ Mediator/ Adjudicator In-house Legal Counsel Judge Planner Quantity Surveyor Religious minister Retired Shipbroker Structural Engineer Student Surveyor (other) Technical Professional Other (please specify) Adjudication Other types of ADR (please specify) Bookings & enquiries Please complete and return the Registration Form as directed. Payment must be received before the event date. If payment is not received, delegates may be asked to guarantee payment with a personal credit card on the day. Provisional bookings cannot be accepted. Please contact the Events Team with any queries regarding this event. T: +44 (0) E: events@ciarb.org W: Confirmation & joining instructions On receipt of the booking form, plus full payment, a receipt will be forwarded. Confirmation of your booking, together with joining instructions, will be issued to all delegates. CIArb is not responsible for the non-arrival of confirmation documents: if you have not received anything within two weeks of the event please contact the Events Team. List of Delegates A list of delegates will be available to all registered participants on site. Booking terms & conditions Written cancellations received by the Events Team two weeks prior to the event will incur a cancellation fee of 40% of the total due. We regret that we cannot give refunds for cancellations received after this date, although substitute delegates are very welcome if notified in writing prior to the event. CIArb reserves the right to refuse entry to delegates. CIArb reserves the right to cancel the event and to change the venue and content of the programme at any time. Data Protection Do you consent to CIArb sending you information about relevant activities by ? Yes No Do you consent to CIArb sharing your contact information with carefully selected, relevant third-parties? Yes No Please return your completed booking form to the Events Team via , fax or post: E: events@ciarb.org F: +44 (0) Post: CIArb, 12 Bloomsbury Square, London WC1A 2LP, UK Online booking available:

6 Sponsors: Principal Sponsor Gala Dinner Sponsor Welcome Drinks Reception Sponsor Networking Drinks Reception Sponsor Session Sponsor Session Sponsor Exhibition Sponsor Exhibition Sponsor Media partners: Asia Today International Magazine China Business Law Journal Global Arbitration Review India Business Law Journal Co-Sponsors: Arbitrators and Mediators Institute of New Zealand Asia Pacific Regional Arbitration Group Australian Centre for International Commercial Arbitration Australian Forum for International Arbitration Australian International Disputes Centre CEO Online Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre The Institute of Chartered Accountants in Australia International Association of Young Lawyers Japan Commercial Arbitration Association Kuala Lumpur Regional Centre for Arbitration LAWASIA Law Council of Australia The Malaysian Institute of Arbitrators RICS Oceania Singapore Institute of Arbitrators Singapore International Arbitration Centre Australian Corporate Lawyers Association Conference Website & Enquiries Delegates are advised to regularly check the conference website for programme and event updates. If you have any enquiries please contact the Events Team on: W: E: T: +44 (0) Sponsorship The Chartered Institute of Arbitrators is very grateful to our sponsors and co-sponsors for generously supporting this event. A limited number of sponsorship opportunities still exist. Please contact Gianna Totaro: E: GiannaTotaro@disputescentre.com.au T: +61 (0)