State-owned Companies as Investors and Claimants in Investment Arbitration
Welcome to this session on state-owned companies and their unique role in international investment arbitration. This discussion brings together legal experts to explore how these entities blur the line between public authority and private enterprise. Speakers examine their dual nature as both commercial actors and instruments of state policy, raising complex questions about jurisdiction, state responsibility, and sovereign immunity. The debate also considers how tribunals assess state control and company conduct to determine their legal status, noting the uncertainty this creates for investors and host states. Join us as we explore how clarifying the role of state-owned companies can strengthen fairness and predictability in international arbitration.
