Upcoming HKIAC Events

2025 HKIAC & Ciarb (EAB) Adjudicator Training (October)

The Construction Industry Security of Payment Ordinance (Cap. 652) ("the Ordinance") was gazetted on 27 December 2024 and will come into effect on 28 August 2025. The Ordinance aims to address delayed payment practices in the construction industry and introduce an efficient mechanism for the resolution of interim payment disputes.

HKIAC is currently a nominating body under the Security of Payment Provisions for Public Works Contracts Scheme and has been working closely with the Development Bureau of the Hong Kong SAR Government to develop model adjudication rules and practice notes to supplement the Ordinance.

As part of its commitment to supporting industry stakeholders, the Hong Kong International Arbitration Centre (HKIAC), in collaboration with the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators (East Asia Branch) (Ciarb EAB), has developed a comprehensive adjudication training programme.

This programme is designed to equip professionals with the necessary knowledge and skills to serve as adjudicators under the Ordinance.Read more

2025 Hong Kong Arbitration Week

Registrations are now open for Hong Kong Arbitration Week ("HKAW") 2025, taking place from 19 to 24 October 2025.

Visit our HKAW website here to view the event schedule and secure your spot.

This year marks a particularly special occasion as we celebrate HKIAC’s 40th anniversary, and four decades of leadership, innovation, and impact in the global arbitration community.

Highlights include:

• Welcome Reception: Sunday, 19 October at Cloud 39 with stunning Hong Kong views—an excellent opportunity to connect with industry peers.
• ADR in Asia Conference: Wednesday, 22 October at Four Seasons Hotel Hong Kong, featuring keynotes and panels with top experts shaping the future of dispute resolution.
• 35+ affiliated events: covering the important topics including (and not limited to!) investment treaty arbitration, technology, tariffs, sanctions, ESG, asset tracing, sports arbitration and jurisdictional themes covering Asia, Europe, the US, Africa, Russia, Latin America, the Middle East and more!
• Other events including Hong Kong Arbitration Charity Ball, GAR Live: Hong Kong 2025, Law Rocks, HK45 Cruise & Pub Quiz and more!

If you have any questions, please contact HKIAC at hkaweek@hkiac.org.Read more

Philippines Conference 2025

HKIAC is excited to announce its Philippines Conference 2025 will be held on Wednesday 19th November, hosted at the Shangri-La The Fort, Manila.

The conference will feature a full-day of engaging speeches and thought-provoking panel discussions from an exciting lineup of speakers, including deep dives into the most pressing topics and trends in international arbitration across Asia, as well as cross-border trade and investment disputes.

After the conference, please also join us for a cocktail reception and connect with industry experts and professionals, top practitioners and fellow members of the arbitration community.

The list of sponsors, featured speakers and full conference programme will be announced in a few weeks.

Register your interest now! We look forward to seeing you in Manila.Read more

Oct 2025