Some Aspects of Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards in the United Kingdom: Financial Fora, Public Policy and Jus Cogens

This paper examines the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards in the United Kingdom, analyzing the interplay between the 1996 Arbitration Act, public policy, and international treaties such as the 1958 New York Convention. It highlights the necessity for national courts to recognize international obligations in the enforcement process, explaining how domestic legislation operates within the framework of international law, and discussing the implications of judicial practices on investment risks.