At its founding in 1899, the Permanent Court of Arbitration was an innovation and stood unique in the field of international dispute resolution.  Today a crowded field of international institutions raises questions about the continued viability and particular role for the PCA.----

To address these questions, the American Society of International Law is pleased to host a discussion with PCA Secretary General Hugo H. Siblesz and distinguished discussant Judge Stephen M. Schwebel, International Court of Justice (ret.).  

The event marks the launch of the Society's Howard M. Holtzmann Research Center for the Study of International Arbitration and Conciliation.

• Welcome Remarks: Donald F. Donovan, Debevoise & Plimpton, LLP
• Update from the Permanent Court of Arbitration: Hugo H. Siblesz, Permanent Court of Arbitration
• Distinguished Discussant: Stephen M. Schwebel