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ARBITRATING ICSID CASES Appreciation Drinks Reception Sponsor

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Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA)

Participants should be aware that National University of Singapore (NUS) and third parties

may be taking photographs and videos during the sessions of the Singapore International

Arbitration Academy. NUS may use such photos in marketing materials, NUS publications

or NUS’ media including social media, and we may identify participants by name. By

participating in the sessions it is accepted that all participants give their consent to NUS to

publish, republish or otherwise transmit the images in any medium for all purposes. You

waive any right to inspect and approve a finished product or the copy that may be used in

connection with an image that was taken, or the use to which it may be applied. NUS and

CIL will not be accountable for any claims for remuneration associated with any form of

damage, foreseen or unforeseen associated with the use of the images. If you would

prefer photographs of yourself NOT to be used in this manner, please inform Geraldine Ng

([email protected]) and Jocelyn Cruz ([email protected]) as soon as possible.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

REGISTRATION (Pg 3)

INTERNET / WIFI (Pg 3)

DRESS CODE (Pg 3)

SESSION VENUES (Pg 4)

TRANSPORTATION (Pg 5)

FOOD & BEVERAGE (Pg 7)

SOCIAL EVENTS (Pg 8)

MATERIALS (Pg 9)

INFORMATION FOR OVERSEAS PARTICIPANTS (Pg 9)

SURAU (MUSLIM PRAYER ROOM) (Pg 10)

MEDICAL AID & EMERGENCY NUMBERS (Pg 11)

Kindly note that no smoking is allowed at all areas of the NUS Bukit Timah Campus where the sessions are held.


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REGISTRATION

Please register at the Seminar Room 5-2 on Level 5 of Block B, National University of Singapore, Bukit Timah Campus, 469 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 259756. You will receive your nametag & welcome pack upon registration. For security and identification purpose, please wear your nametag at all times during the Academy.

INTERNET CONNECTION There will be wireless internet connection throughout in the NUS Bukit Timah Campus. Please refer to the internet password slip in your folder.

DRESS CODE Smart Casual (Men – Polo Shirt, Long Pants) (Ladies – Blouse, Casual Skirts, Dress) Formal (Men - Jacket, Office Attire) (Ladies – Jacket, Blouse, Office Skirts/Dress)

Date Activity Dress Code

14 – 25 Nov 2014 (Except 19 & 26 Nov)

Training Sessions in NUS Bukit Timah Campus

Smart Casual

19 Nov 2014, Wed Arbitrating ICSID Cases in Mandarin

Orchard Singapore Hotel Formal

20 Nov 2014, Thu Dinner for Government Officials Smart Casual

21 Nov 2014, Fri Dinner for Advocates Smart Casual

26 Nov 2014, Wed Oral Submissions Formal

Awards Presentation & Lunch Reception at Hotel Fort Canning

Formal


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SESSION VENUES

Date Activity Venue

14 – 25 Nov 2014 (Except 19 & 26 Nov)

Training Sessions SR 5-2, Level 5, Block B

NUS Bukit Timah Campus

19 Nov 2014, Wed Arbitrating ICSID Cases Imperial Ballroom, Level 35,

Mandarin Orchard Singapore Hotel

20 Nov 2014, Thu Dinner for Government Officials Blue Bali Restaurant located in NUS Bukit Timah Campus

21 Nov 2014, Fri Dinner for Advocates Waterfall Café located in

Shangri-La Singapore Hotel

26 Nov 2014, Wed

Oral Submissions Jasmine & Living Room in the Glass House of

Hotel Fort Canning Awards Presentation & Lunch Reception

Venue Sponsor:


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TRANSPORTATION

For participants staying at the Hotel Fort Canning (HFC) and the YWCA Fort Canning Lodge (YWCA), the coach will be waiting at the public carpark located in the middle of both properties. Please refer to the images on page 6. The Coach timings are listed.

Date From Time To

14 Nov 2014, Friday HFC & YWCA 8.30am NUS BTC

NUS BTC 4.45pm HFC & YWCA

15 Nov 2014, Saturday HFC & YWCA 8.30am NUS BTC


17 Nov 2014, Monday HFC & YWCA 8.30am NUS BTC


18 Nov 2014, Tuesday HFC & YWCA 8.30am NUS BTC


19 Nov 2014, Wednesday HFC & YWCA 8.30am

MANDARIN ORCHARD SINGAPORE HOTEL

MANDARIN ORCHARD SINGAPORE HOTEL

6.30pm HFC & YWCA

20 Nov 2014, Thursday HFC & YWCA 8.30am NUS BTC


Transport for Govt Officials HFC & YWCA 6.30pm BLUE BALI @ NUS BTC


21 Nov 2014, Friday HFC & YWCA 8.30am NUS BTC


22 Nov 2014, Saturday HFC & YWCA 8.30am NUS BTC


24 Nov 2014, Monday HFC & YWCA 8.30am NUS BTC


25 Nov 2014, Tuesday HFC & YWCA 8.30am NUS BTC


26 Nov 2014, Wednesday No Transport Provided to Hotel Fort Canning


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Coach Drop Off & Pick Up Point

at NUS BTC


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GETTING TO NUS BUKIT TIMAH CAMPUS BY TAXI

If this is your first time coming to the NUS Bukit Timah Campus, instruct the cab driver to take you to the NUS Bukit Timah Campus. Note: NUS BTC is in the vicinity of the Singapore Botanic Gardens. Please do not let the driver take you to the main campus at Kent Ridge/Clementi Road which is about 20 minutes away by car. We recommend referring the taxi driver to the location map below. When you arrive at the alighting point indicated in the location map, please look out for directional signs that will lead you to the seminar rooms.

FOOD & BEVERAGE Food and beverage will include coffee, tea and water throughout the day and one (1) lunch which is provided by a Halal Caterer during the course sessions. Please note that light snacks will be provided during the morning and afternoon breaks at the NUS Bukit Timah Campus. Participants are also welcome to buy snack items from the NUS cafeteria on Level 1 of Block B.


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SOCIAL EVENTS 5.00pm – 6.30pm, 15 November 2014, Saturday CIL APPRECIATION DRINKS RECEPTION BMO Staff Lounge, Level 2, BLOCK B, NUS Bukit Timah Campus, 469 Bukit Timah Road, Singapore 259756 5.00pm – 6.30pm, 17 November 2014, Monday CIL WELCOME DRINKS RECEPTION

NUSS BTC Guild House, 1F Cluny Road, Singapore 259602 5.15pm – 6.30pm, 19 November 2014, Wednesday APPRECIATION COCKTAIL RECEPTION

Imperial Ballroom Foyer, Level 35, Mandarin Orchard Singapore, 333 Orchard Road Singapore 238867 7.00pm – 8.30pm, 20 November 2014, Thursday DINNER EVENT FOR GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS: ORGANISING THE STATE’S RESPONSE Blue Bali (located in NUS Bukit Timah Campus), One D Cluny Road, Singapore 259600 7.00pm – 8.30pm, 21 November 2014, Friday DINNER EVENT FOR ADVOCATES: PREPARATION OF A CASE FROM COUNSEL’S PERSPECTIVE Waterfall Café, Shangri-La Singapore, 22 Orange Grove Rd, Singapore 258350 2.30pm – 3.45pm, 26 November 2014, Wednesday AWARDS CEREMONY AND LUNCH RECEPTION Jasmine Room @ Glass House, Hotel Fort Canning, 11 Canning Walk Singapore 178881


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MATERIALS

Resources you will be able to take advantage of during the course of the Academy:

CIL Selected Materials You will receive in your welcome pack a small binder titled ‘CIL Selected Materials’. This includes basic materials (conventions, arbitration rules etc.) which may be of use to you during the lectures and workshops you will be participating in during the Academy. This binder is for your personal use and you are welcome to take it with you at the end of the Academy.

Reference Material for the Statement of Facts On your first day at the Academy, Christopher Thomas Q.C. will brief participants on the hypothetical which will form the backdrop of workshops and simulations during the Academy. You will be provided an electronic compilation of accompanying reference material.

ISLG and Investment Treaty Arbitration website We will be in touch with you regarding your privileged access to the premier investment arbitration resource – Investor State LawGuide (www.investorstatelawguide.com). This, and the publicly available Investment Treaty Arbitration website (www.italaw.com), will be invaluable resources we encourage participants to take advantage of during the course of the Academy.

INFORMATION FOR OVERSEAS PARTICIPANTS

Before Arrival Please ensure that you have the following:

passport with at least 6 months’ validity a valid Singapore entry visa (if applicable) sufficient funds for the duration of your stay

Currency Exchange Change your money at the currency exchange counters in the terminals at Singapore Changi International Airport, if necessary. Climate Singapore is generally hot and humid year round, with the temperature almost never dropping below 20°C (68°F), even at night, and usually climbing to 30°C (86°F) during the day. Humidity is high, mounting over a 75% mark. June-August is considered to be the best time to visit, but even then it rains often. Light, comfortable clothing is recommended for outdoor activities.

http://www.investorstatelaguide.com/

http://www.italaw.com/


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Electrical Appliances Plugs and sockets in Singapore are of the type shown below. Voltage is between 220-240V. Please remember to bring the appropriate adaptors for your mobile phone charger and other appliances.

Getting Around Singapore Visitors to Singapore have a variety of public transportation options to choose from when travelling around the city. With the city’s efficient network of subway, train, bus and taxi services – getting around Singapore is both convenient and affordable. For more information, please refer to http://www.yoursingapore.com.

SURAU (MUSLIM PRAYER ROOM)

For our Muslim friends, a prayer room is available on Level 2 of Block B (outside Centre for International Law Office). The washrooms are also located nearby for your convenience.

http://www.yoursingapore.com/


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MEDICAL AID & EMERGENCY NUMBERS NUS Bukit Timah Campus Security: Dial 6516 3636 Singapore Police Emergency Hotline: Dial 999 Singapore Ambulance Hotline / in the event of Fire: Dial 995 Nearest Clinic located from NUS Bukit Timah Campus: The Coronation Clinic (5 mins by car) 587 Bukit Timah Road, #02-01 Coronation Shopping Plaza, Singapore 69707 Tel: 6468 6768 Opening Hours Mon to Fri: 09:00 – 12:30, 14:00 – 17:00 Sat: 09:00 – 12:30 Sun: 09:30 – 12:30 Closed on Public Holidays Nearest Hospital located from NUS Bukit Timah Campus: GLENEAGLES HOSPITAL – ACCIDENT & EMERGENCY (6 mins by car) 6A Napier Road, #01-00 Gleneagles Hospital, Annexe Block, Singapore 258500 Tel: 64705688 Fax: 64705639 Opening Hours Open 24 Hours

All information in this booklet is confirmed at the time of printing.

Arbitration Law Firms In Singapore

Clifford Chance, Singapore 12 Marina Boulevard

25th Floor, Tower 3, Marina Bay Financial Centre

Singapore 018982

Tel: +65 6410 2200

Fax: +65 6410 2288

Website: www.cliffordchance.com

Eversheds LLP 1 Finlayson Green

#14-00

Singapore 049246

Tel: +65 6572 5555

Fax: +65 6572 5550

Website: www.eversheds.com

Freshfields Bruckhaus Deringer LLP 10 Collyer Quay 42-01

Ocean Financial Centre

Singapore 049315

Tel: +65 6636 8000

Fax: +65 6636 7000

Website: www.freshfields.com/en/singapore/

K&L Gates LLP 10 Collyer Quay

#37-01 Ocean Financial Centre

Singapore 049315

Tel: +65.6507.8100

Fax: +65.6507.8111

Website : www.klgates.com/singapore-singapore/

Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP 9 Battery Road

#25-01 Straits Trading Building

Singapore 049910

Tel: +65 6535 3600

Fax: +65 6225 9630

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.rajahtannasia.com

Shook Lin & Bok LLP 1 Robinson Road

#18-00 AIA Tower

Singapore 048542

Tel: +65 6535 1944

Fax: +65 6535 8577

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.shooklin.com/en/

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