The Impact of Cultural Differences on Resolving International Construction Disputes: Myth or Reality?

This session looks at how a person’s cultural world view can impact on the outcome of international arbitration, in particular disputes relating to complex construction projects involving international parties, and why cultural competence and empathy can be important qualities to conduct an effective international arbitration. It also discusses common misunderstandings on how culture impacts decision making, and raises awareness of the impact of culture on advocacy and the psychology of decision making.