CARBitration across continents
International arbitration is, by its nature, global; shaped by the movement of practitioners across jurisdictions, legal systems and continents. In this second issue of CARBitration, we reflect that global reach, following the Stewarts international arbitration team as recent work and engagement took them from New Zealand and Chile to the Seychelles, Istanbul and Kashmir, before returning to London.
These journeys form part of the everyday reality of international arbitration. Whether travelling for matters, business development or collaboration, time spent on the ground offers insight into how disputes are practised within different legal, cultural and geographic contexts.
Chile: global practice, local perspective
Recent travel to Chile highlights the importance of local insight within modern international arbitration practice, particularly in key regional markets.
Alejandro Garcia travelled to Chile, his home country, spending time in the country’s renowned wine region. His recommendation, Fuegos de Apalta, reflects the strong connection between place, culture and conversation — an ideal setting for reflection outside formal arbitration environments.
The visit underscores a broader truth about cross‑border dispute resolution. While arbitration is international in structure, effective practice is always grounded in local context, relationships and commercial realities. Understanding how business is conducted on the ground remains essential to navigating complex disputes across jurisdictions.
London: celebrating Chinese New Year
Back in London, Chinese New Year provides an opportunity to spotlight some of the capital’s best Chinese restaurants, while reflecting on London’s role as a global arbitration hub and its long‑standing connection to international business and dispute resolution.
Traditionally associated with renewal and gathering, Chinese New Year offers a fitting moment to reflect on the global communities that converge in London—both professionally and culturally. The team’s recommendations include Mei Ume, Hunan and Kai Mayfair, each representing the breadth and quality of London’s Chinese dining scene.
Together, they reflect how global cultures intersect in the city, and how international arbitration continues to thrive within a truly international environment.
Watch the video below to discover the team’s latest finds and favourite places to dine and celebrate the local cultures they encounter.
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