Events

We are pleased to invite you to the APRAG 2026 Conference to be held in Tokyo, Japan over the course of 2 – 3 November 2026. This conference is jointly organized by the Asia Pacific Regional Arbitration Group (APRAG) and the Japanese Institute for International Arbitration Research and Training (JIIART). The conference is also locally supported by the Japan Commercial Arbitration Association (JCAA) and the Tokyo Maritime Arbitration Commission (TOMAC) of the Japan Shipping Exchange (JSE).

APRAG is a regional federation of 53 arbitration associations that aims to promote the region as a venue for arbitration and improve standards and knowledge of international arbitration. APRAG 2026 is expected to be a platform for insightful discussion and an excellent networking opportunity for arbitrators, lawyers and others in the field of arbitration. We provide here the tentative program for the conference. Further details, including how to register, registration fees, hotel accommodations and excursions will be announced in the coming months.

2 November 2026

1. Technological Advancements and the Impact of AI
2. Remedies and Emerging Trends in Damage Claims
3. Overcoming Paranoia in Due Process: Civil v Common Law Approaches in Asia
4. Interaction between Courts and Tribunals in Asia-Pacific

3 November 2026

1. Impact of Geopolitics, Sanctions & Tariffs
2. Recent Trends in Construction and Infrastructure Disputes in Asia-Pacific