Latin America and the future of international arbitration

Latin America and the future of international arbitration

September, 2026

Claus von Wobeser discusses the evolution of arbitration in Latin America, the development of a new generation of practitioners and the role artificial intelligence will play in arbitral practice.

In an interview with Leaders League, Claus von Wobeser shares his perspective on the evolution of international arbitration in Latin America and the region’s increasingly active role within the global arbitration community.

Claus highlights the strengthening of arbitral institutions, the growing sophistication of companies in managing disputes, and the importance of preparing new generations of lawyers and arbitrators with an international profile. He also emphasizes the need to preserve efficiency, independence, predictability and due process as core elements of arbitration.

The conversation also addresses the use of artificial intelligence in complex proceedings. Claus recognizes its potential to support the analysis of large volumes of information and improve efficiency, while stressing that it should remain a supporting tool and should not replace human judgment in decision-making or the drafting of awards.