Geopolitical Tensions Affecting International Arbitration and Energy Security

• •Geopolitical tensions are creating complex disputes in international arbitration.
• •The event on December 3, 2026, will focus on energy security and arbitration implications.
• •Recent disruptions to energy flows emphasize the need for robust arbitration frameworks.

Geopolitical tensions are reshaping the global energy landscape, impacting states, investors, and businesses. Sanctions, trade restrictions, and armed conflict are straining commercial relationships and generating complex disputes. An upcoming event on December 3, 2026, hosted by McNair International and Queen Mary University, will explore the implications of these tensions on international arbitration, particularly regarding energy security. The discussion will focus on issues such as force majeure claims, sanctions, and investment protection. Recent disruptions to energy flows and evolving sanctions regimes highlight the urgency of addressing these challenges. The event aims to bring together arbitration practitioners and industry experts to discuss how arbitration can help manage disputes in a fragmented global energy market.