Safer Business in Uncertain Times: Contracts, Sanctions, and Dispute Resolution
In today's complex geopolitical landscape, businesses face unprecedented challenges navigating international trade, contractual obligations, and sanctions regimes. Understanding how to protect your interests whilst maintaining commercial relationships has never been more critical.
Date: 25 November 2025
Time: 16.00–18.00
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Join the SCC Arbitration Institute, Westerberg & Partners, and the Swedish-Eurasian Chamber of Commerce for an essential discussion on managing legal and commercial risks in uncertain times. This event brings together leading experts to explore practical strategies for drafting resilient contracts, navigating sanctions frameworks, and resolving disputes effectively when challenges arise. Through expert presentations and interactive discussion, participants will gain valuable insights into protecting their business interests whilst maintaining the flexibility needed to operate in today’s dynamic international environment. Whether you are in-house counsel, a business leader, or a legal practitioner, this session offers practical guidance on the tools and mechanisms available to safeguard your commercial activities.
Speakers
Heinz Sjögren – Welcome Remarks
Ginta Ahrel – International Trade and Contractual & Sanctions Risks
Ginta will examine the evolving landscape of international trade sanctions and their impact on contractual relationships, providing practical guidance on risk mitigation strategies.
Jake Lowther – SCC and Arbitration as a Secure Solution
Jake will explore how arbitration under the SCC Rules provides a neutral, reliable mechanism for resolving disputes in uncertain times, ensuring enforceability and confidentiality.
Natalia Petrik – Counsel’s Perspective: The Dispute Process
Natalia will share insights from the counsel’s perspective on navigating the dispute resolution process, from initial strategy to final resolution.
Why attend
- Gain practical insights into managing sanctions risks in international contracts
- Understand how arbitration provides security and certainty in volatile business environments
- Learn from experienced practitioners about real-world dispute resolution strategies
- Network with peers facing similar challenges in international business
- Engage directly with speakers during the interactive Q&A session
Event information
Date: 25 November 2025
Time: 16.00–18.00
Location: Westerberg & Partners, Regeringsgatan 66, Stockholm, Sweden
Language: English
Programme:
16.00: Doors open
16.15 – 17.15: Panel discussion and Q&A
17.15 – 18.00: Networking and refreshments
