MENA Chapter Event "Choosing Arbitration Seats, Institutions, and Governing Law for Upstream Oil and Gas Contracts"

4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Tuesday, November 11, 2025

In conjunction with Dubai Arbitration Week

The Ritz-Carlton, Dubai International Financial Centre  |  Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Dr. Bader AlBusaiyes, Founder & Managing Partner, AlSuwaiket & AlBusaiyes Lawyers Co.
Sergejs Dilevka, Partner, Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants
Martin Khoshdel, Barrister, 33 Chancery Lane
Ed Osterwald, Senior Partner, Osterwald Rathbone & Partners
Danil Smirnyagin, International Negotiator
Moderator: Rodrigo Carè, Sr. Counsel, Galadari Advocates & Legal Consultants; AIEN MENA Regional Director

Join our MENA Chapter for a panel discussion that will examine recent developments impacting the resolution of disputes in the upstream sector.

Emphasis will be placed on regional developments, including the emergence of the UAE as a forum. Our featured speakers will give insights into the importance of substantive law selection in upstream contracts, discussing how DIFC law, UAE federal law, and English law impact key contractual clauses like stabilization terms, regulatory compliance, fiscal arrangements, and adaptations in fluctuating market conditions.

Attendees will gain practical recommendations and best practices for drafting arbitration and governing law clauses tailored to effectively manage risks and disputes in upstream oil and gas ventures.

A networking reception will follow the presentation.

Registration is complimentary for members and non-members. Please register at the link to the right by November 10. 

Special thanks to event-sponsor: