CHAMBER OF ADVOCATES TO SUPPORT ARBITRATION CENRE

A delegation from the Chamber of Advocates led by its President, Dr. Joe Azzopardi, and consisting of Dr. Anton Micallef and Dr. Simon Micallef Stafrace visited the Malta Arbitration Centre on the 9^th August 2000. The delegation had talks with the Chairman of the Centre, Dr. Max Ganado and the Registrar, Mr. G. De Marco.

The delegation of the Chamber expressed its full support to the Malta Arbitration Centre and undertook to work hand in hand with it in promoting it among its members and the general public.

Various issues were discussed during the meeting. Among such issues was the compilation of the Arbitrators Panels which the Centre is presently drawing up. Dr. Ganado explained the criteria that is being used in the selection of arbitrators. It was agreed that the selection process would be discussed further with the Chamber to ensure transparency and objectivity as well as a serious commitment from those selected.

The meeting also discussed ways of continuing education to lawyers in the area of arbitration. In this connection, it was decided to hold joint seminars early next year focussing on domestic and international arbitration.