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ICE Prague – International Commercial Arbitration

Description

ELSA Prague is delighted to invite you to the second International Conference of ELSA in Prague, taking place from 24th to 26th October 2025, focused on the topic of International Commercial Arbitration as well as last year.

The topic of the Academic Programme of ICE Prague 2025 will focus on International Commercial Arbitration, a crucial area in today’s interconnected world, where arbitration has become essential for resolving cross-border commercial disputes. Participants will gain valuable insights into current trends, practices, and challenges in the field. 

Moreover, our Academic Programme will be hosted within the historic halls of the oldest university in Central Europe. The Social Programme will begin on Friday with a trivia night covering ICE-related themes in a pub quiz format, followed by some karaoke. On Saturday, a networking event will provide participants with the opportunity to engage with peers and speakers, fostering professional connections in an informal setting.

We cannot wait to welcome you in Prague, the heart of Europe. Don't miss this unforgettable opportunity. For more information follow our Instagram: @ice_prague!  

Venue
Prague, faculty of law
Fees
ELSA Member from a favoured country – €45
ELSA Member from a non-favoured country – €45
ELSA Alumni – €50
Non-member – €50
Maximum Number of Participants
25
Academic/Institutional Partner
Charles University, faculty of law
Academic Programme
The Academic Programme will be composed of lectures and workshops led by experienced professionals, each designed to enhance essential soft skills, which are crucial for success in international arbitration.

Participants will gain both theoretical insights and practical skills from the conference, including techniques in argumentation, key arbitration procedures and many more. They’ll have the opportunity to put these skills to use in the final Negotiation competition.

Draft of Academic Programme:
Friday (Day 1):
17:30-18:00 Registration
18:00-19:30 Opening lecture

Saturday (Day 2):
09:00-10:00 – Panel I
10:00-11:00 – Panel II
11:00-11:30 – Coffee break
11:30-12:30 – Panel III
12:30-14:00 – Lunch break
14:00-15:30 – Panel IV
15:30-16:00 – Coffee break
16:00-17:30 – Panel V

Sunday (Day 3)
09:00-11:00 – Negotiation competition - preparation time
11:00-12:00 – Negotiation competition
12:00-14:00 – Lunch break
14:00-15:30 – Summary and ending
Date of Arrival
24/10/2025
Date of Departure
26/10/2025
Additional Services
None.
Applications Start Date
27/08/2025
Applications End Date
14/09/2025
Contact
ice.prague@cz.elsa.org
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