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Karim A. Youssef Receives 2019 Global GAR Award for Best Speech

Featured in GAR: Paris hosts largest ever GAR Awards

Recognition at the Global Arbitration Review Awards

Youssef & Partners (Youssef + Partners)  is delighted and proud that the GAR Award for Best Lecture or Speech went to managing partner Karim A. Youssef for his speech at the Sharm El Sheikh biennial Sharm El Sheikh conference titled Against Stigma: Lessons in Refuting Negative Perception & Self-Reproach from the Arab Spring & the Egyptian Investment Treaty Arbitrations.

Global GAR Award
Global GAR Award

The annual Global Arbitration Review (GAR) Awards were held in Paris last month, recognizing the most significant achievements in international arbitration throughout the year. Youssef & Partners (Youssef + Partners) is delighted and proud that the GAR Award for Best Lecture or Speech went to managing partner Karim A. Youssef for his speech at the Sharm El Sheikh biennial Sharm El Sheikh conference titled Against Stigma: Lessons in Refuting Negative Perception & Self-Reproach from the Arab Spring & the Egyptian Investment Treaty Arbitrations.

 

In his speech, Karim ‘argued that Egypt’s reaction to the numerous cases it faced following the Arab Spring uprising shows the investor-state arbitration system is working well.

Karim warned against the stigma that looms over investment treaty arbitration and surrounds states exposed to investment claims and investors triggering BIT claims alike, stating that ‘stigma threatens to destabilize a vital global system, which is put in place for the protection of investors and states alike’. Karim’s speech was selected as the recipient of the GAR award out of a list of nominated lectures delivered by a select few world-renowned arbitration practitioners.

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FAQ ABOUT Global GAR Award for Best Speech

What is GAR in Arbitration?

GAR stands for Global Arbitration Review. It is a leading publication and resource that covers international arbitration news and analysis. GAR provides insights into arbitration cases, trends, and developments globally, making it a valuable source for arbitration professionals.

What is the Award of the Arbitrator?

The award of the arbitrator refers to the decision or ruling made by an arbitrator or arbitral tribunal at the conclusion of arbitration proceedings. It outlines the resolution of the dispute between parties, including any monetary awards, declarations, or specific performance orders.

What is the Difference Between Interim Award and Final Award?

    • Interim Award: An interim award is a temporary decision issued by an arbitrator during the arbitration process. It addresses specific issues or claims before the final resolution of the entire dispute.
    • Final Award: A final award is the ultimate decision of the arbitrator or arbitral tribunal, concluding the arbitration proceedings. It resolves all disputes between parties and is binding, typically enforceable in courts.

What do You Mean by International Arbitral Award?

An international arbitral award is a final decision or ruling issued by an arbitral tribunal in an international arbitration case. It settles disputes between parties from different countries or involving international aspects. International arbitral awards are enforceable under international conventions such as the New York Convention, which facilitates recognition and enforcement across jurisdictions.