Corruption in International Arbitration

Responding to the renewed prominence of corruption in international arbitration, this comprehensive book provides clarity on its treatment, with a particular emphasis on investor-State dispute settlement (ISDS). Leading experts consider corruption throughout the investment and dispute-resolution process, from the establishment and operation of investments, to arbitral proceedings and the recognition and enforcement of awards. Including a survey of proposals for reform, chapters explore the consequences of corruption for investors and states.Key Features:Examines procedural and evidentiary issues when corruption is allegedAnalyses relevant laws and treaties, and summarises recent academic workSupplies a practical guide to the law of corruption in international commercial arbitration and ISDSTraces the development of the applicable legal framework, including treaties such as the OECD Anti-Bribery ConventionPresenting a thorough synthesis of global practice, this book is highly relevant for arbitrators and practitioners in arbitration and private international law. It is also a useful resource for scholars and students in arbitration law, providing insights on corruption in international dispute resolution.