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SUMMARY:IPBA Mid-Year Regional Conference 2025 in Madrid
DESCRIPTION:Registration Fees Regular Registration Rate from August 1st: US$250 for IPBA members • US$280 for non-members 21% VAT will added to the fee for those outside of Spain. Cancellation up to two weeks prior to the first day of the Conference will be refunded 50%. There will be no refunds within two weeks of the first day of the Conference. Invoices will be automatically issued by the system when you register for the Conference.   See below for the links to make hotel reservations at discounted rates. Bridging Four Regions: Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America In partnership with the Madrid City Hall, the IPBA proudly invites you to the Mid-Year Regional Conference in Madrid! This conference serves as a crucial opportunity for legal professionals whose international practice spans cultures and regions to come together and discuss issues relevant to serving their clients in the most effective ways. This unique gathering is the IPBA’s first time in Madrid, and highlights Spain's historic role as a bridge between cultures and geographic regions. Day 1: September 29 09:00-09:30 - Registration 09:30-10:00 - Opening Ceremony - Welcome Address by Mr. José Luis Martínez-Almeida, Mayor of Madrid - Remarks by Mr. Adolfo Díaz-Ambrona, Secretary General, Spanish Chamber of Commerce - Remarks by Mr. Ángel Asensio, Chairman, Official Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services of Madrid - Remarks by Michael Chu, IPBA President 10:00-11:00 – “International Investments: Global Perspectives and Latest Developments” Moderator: Mr. Nuno Alburquerque - Regional perspectives from Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America - Special focus on evolving global trade dynamics - Cross-continental business opportunities and challenges 11:00-11:30 - Networking Break 11:30-11:50 - Featured Presentation: "Spain and Latin America: A Special Relationship" Presented by Mr. Carlos Malamud-Latin America Senior Analyst, Elcano Royal Institute - Historical, economic, and political dimensions - Current state of bilateral relations 11:50-14:00 - “Future Vision: New Trends in International Arbitration” Co-Moderators: Mr. Paulo Fohlin and Mr. Luis Fernando Rodríguez - Panel discussion with arbitration institutions and experts from Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America 14:00-15:15 - Networking Lunch: Spanish Gastronomy Experience 15:15-15:30 - IPBA Presentation: “New Delhi Annual Conference 2026 - Ms. Priti Suri” 15:30-16:45 - “Geopolitics: Navigation in Times of Uncertainty” Moderator: Rafael Vergara - Regional perspectives from Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America - Cross-continental perspectives on current challenges - Future outlook for international relations 16:45-17:00 - Special Dialogue with Mr. José María Alonso, International Arbitrator Interviewed by Ms. Urquiola de Palacio Day 2: September 30 09:30-10:30 - “Artificial Intelligence and Law: The New Frontier” Moderator: Mr. Omar Puertas - Regional perspectives from Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America - Risk assessment and opportunities - Impact on legal practice 10:30-11:30 - “In-House Counsel Perspectives Across Continents” Moderator: Mr. Lucas Osorio - Regional perspectives from Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America - Comparative analysis of roles and challenges - Best practices exchange 11:30-12:00 - Networking Break 12:00-13:50 - “Future Vision: New Trends in International Sports Arbitration” Co-Moderators: Mr. Efraim Barak and Mr. Jaime Castillo Special Dialogue with Mr. Matthieu Reeb: TAS-CAS Director General Interviewed by Mr. Lucas Ferrer de Robles - Regional perspectives from Africa, Asia, Europe, and Latin America - Regional case studies and emerging trends 13:50-13:55 Closing Remarks by J. Félix de Luis 13:55-14:00 - Closing Ceremony by Mr. Eugenio Ribón - Remarks by Most Honourable Dean of the Honourable Bar Association of Madrid Venue Hotel Hyatt Regency Hesperia Madrid (Venue of the Seminar)  Paseo de la Castellana 57, 28046, Madrid, SPAIN  Tel +34 912 10 88 00   Hotel Accommodations Hotel Meliá Serrano (11-minute walk from the venue of the Seminar) Calle de Claudio Coello 139, 28006 Madrid, SPAIN  Meliá Serrano REGISTRATION LINK   Supporting Organizations CACM (Centro de Arbitragem Conciliaçao e Mediaçao, Mozambique) CEIA (Club Español e Iberoamericano del Arbitraje) CIAM-CIAR (Madrid International Arbitration Center-Ibero-American Arbitration Center) HKIAC (Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre) KCAB International PCA (Permanent Court of Arbitration) SCC Arbitration Institute SIAC (Singapore International Arbitration Centre) SSCA (Saudi Center for Commercial Arbitration) Swiss Arbitration Centre   Sponsors     Click on the flyer below for agenda details.   
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