Why LIAC?
Neutrality
Political Climate: Zambia has a history of political stability and neutrality.
Legal Framework
Modern Arbitration Law: Zambia has adopted the Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration (UNCITRAL Model Law).
Enforcement of Arbitration Awards: Zambia is a signatory to the New York Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards, ensuring international enforceability of awards rendered.
Logistical Advantages
Accessibility: Lusaka has an international airport with connections to major African and international hubs, making travel convenient for parties and arbitrators.
Infrastructure: The city offers a good selection of accommodation, conference facilities, and other amenities to support arbitration proceedings.
Additional Considerations
Infrastructure: The city offers a good selection of accommodation, conference facilities, and other amenities to support arbitration proceedings.
What LIAC will Offer
- LIAC will supervise and monitor the progress of all cases
- LIAC’s administration fees will be competitive in comparison with other international arbitral institutions
- LIAC offers hearing rooms with secure access for in-person and hybrid hearings
- The LIAC Secretariat will offer advanced IT and video conferencing facilities as well as secretarial and technical support for hearings
- LIAC's Board of Directors consists of highly respected professionals who are responsible for overseeing LIAC’s operations, business strategy and development, as well as corporate governance matters
- The LIAC Rules will provide for efficient, expert and enforceable resolution of international disputes
- LIAC will appoint arbitrators where parties are unable to agree. The appointments shall be on the basis of specialist knowledge of an arbitrator’s expertise, experience and track record