International commercial arbitration- The Limits of the Public Policy ground for setting aside or non- enforcement of arbitration awards by national courts
Welcome to this session on the limits of public policy in international arbitration. This discussion gathers legal scholars and practitioners to explore how the concept of public policy operates as both a safeguard and a barrier in enforcing arbitral awards. Speakers examine its varied interpretations worldwide—sometimes narrowly as protection of fundamental principles, and other times broadly to defend national interests. The debate highlights the tension between respecting the finality of awards and allowing states to reject them when they conflict with core societal values. Join us as we consider how a more harmonized approach can preserve both the integrity of arbitration and the legitimate interests of states.
