CRCICA Advisory Committee for 2024-2028
Youssef and Partners is delighted to announce that its esteemed Chairman and CEO, Karim A. Youssef, has been elected Vice-Chair of the Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (CRCICA) Advisory Board (2024-2028). This prestigious appointment underscores Youssef’s significant influence in the global arbitration community and his unwavering commitment to enhancing arbitration standards and practices.
Karim A. Youssef will serve as Vice-Chair alongside Samaa Haridi of King & Spalding, with Craig Tevendale of Herbert Smith Freehills in London appointed as Chair. The newly constituted advisory board, representing ten nationalities, is a testament to CRCICA’s dedication to diversity and global excellence.
The appointment of such a distinguished and diverse advisory board is expected to fortify CRCICA’s mission to provide an impartial, efficient, and globally respected arbitration process. This new leadership marks a significant milestone in CRCICA’s ongoing journey towards fostering a robust and inclusive arbitration framework.
On his election, Karim A. Youssef expressed his honor in serving as vice-chair, stating “I am honored to serve as vice-chair, alongside Samaa Haridi and with Craig Tevendale as chair. The committee plays a vital role in ensuring the integrity and efficiency of the Center’s arbitration proceedings, especially under the new Rules. I am particularly pleased at the new composition of the committee, considering how diverse and cosmopolitan it is, with 10 nationalities and numerous distinguished women and young practitioners. It reflects how the center itself has been evolving over recent years to be one of the most relevant and important regional institutions, thanks to the efforts of Dr. Ismail Selim and before him Dr. Mohamed Abdel Raouf.”
“I am particularly pleased at the new composition of the committee, considering how diverse and cosmopolitan it is, with 10 nationalities and numerous distinguished women and young practitioners.”
About Youssef + Partners
Youssef + Partners, established in 2016, is a premier international law firm based in Cairo, recognized for its exceptional expertise in arbitration, litigation, and corporate law. The firm’s flagship practice is international commercial and investment treaty arbitration, focusing on high-value claims and high-stakes disputes. Renowned for its unmatched track record and strategic acumen, Youssef + Partners serves a diverse clientele across key sectors, including construction, mega-infrastructure, oil & gas, intellectual property, and sports disputes. Led by the region’s leading legal expert, Karim A. Youssef, the firm’s global outreach and commitment to excellence ensure that client needs are met to the highest international standards.
About CRCICA
The Cairo Regional Centre for International Commercial Arbitration (CRCICA) is an independent, non-profit international organization established in 1979 under the auspices of the Asian-African Legal Consultative Organization (AALCO). As a premier arbitral institution in the Middle East and Africa, CRCICA provides a comprehensive system of dispute settlement, administering international, regional, and domestic arbitrations under the UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules. The center is dedicated to promoting effective dispute resolution, enhancing cooperation between regional and international institutions, and fostering the growth of arbitration and ADR culture within the Afro-Asian region. CRCICA offers administrative and technical assistance for ad hoc arbitrations and high-tech hearings, maintaining full financial autonomy and global recognition for its commitment to impartiality and efficiency.
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