On June 26, 2024, the Embassy of Switzerland hosted a panel discussion on the role of Switzerland as a hub for international arbitration. Christoph Sommer, Deputy Chief of Mission of the Swiss Embassy, welcomed an eminent group of experts to discuss the unique opportunities our country offers for the resolution of international disputes. He presented Switzerland’s three key strengths for its role as a hub for international arbitration: institutional stability, the international orientation of the country and the experience in international arbitration Switzerland has built over the years.

In the panel discussion moderated by Sami Salihu (Associate at Bratschi Ltd., Switzerland), the panelists Rachael D. Kent (Partner at Wilmer Cutler Pickering Hale and Dorr LLP, Washington DC), Marce Vedovatti and Jonathan C. Hamilton (Partner at Paul Hastings, LLP, Washington DC) discussed international dispute resolution in the pharmaceutical industry, commodity trading and sports.