Conference Description:

The School of Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru, is organising the XVII SLCU International Conference 2026–27 on the theme “Navigating Cross-Border Commercial Disputes: Legal Challenges and Emerging Perspectives.”

The conference will explore contemporary legal challenges in international commercial arbitration, mediation, investment, trade, insolvency, taxation, maritime commerce, technology and intellectual property law.

Details:

• Organiser: School of Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bengaluru
• Conference: XVII SLCU International Conference 2026–27
• Theme: Navigating Cross-Border Commercial Disputes: Legal Challenges and Emerging Perspectives
• Dates: 18–19 December 2026
• Eligibility: Students, Research Scholars, Academicians & Professionals

Key Themes:

• International Commercial Arbitration
• International Mediation
• Investment & Trade Law
• Insolvency & Taxation
• Maritime Commerce
• Technology & Intellectual Property Law
• Cross-Border Commercial Disputes

Awards & Opportunities:

• Top two papers in each category will receive ₹12,000 and a trophy
• Student winners will receive an internship opportunity at AZB & Partners
• Selected papers may be considered for publication in a Scopus-indexed journal, subject to review
• Other selected papers will be published in an ISBN book following peer review

Important Dates:

• Abstract Submission: 25 September 2026
• Full Paper Submission: 1 December 2026
• Conference: 18–19 December 2026

Application Process:

• Abstract Submission: Interested participants may submit their abstracts through the official submission form.
• Queries: slcuconference@law.christuniversity.in
• Conference Website: Available through the conference announcement.