Introduction

Allegations of fraud and corruption are often encountered in international arbitration. In most instances, such allegations arise in defending claims against a party that has engaged in fraud and corruption in relation to the subject matter of the dispute. As Dr. CREMADES has made clear through his treatment of this subject, allegations of fraud and corruption are to be taken seriously and treated carefully. This chapter addresses the various issues that arise when evidence of fraud or corruption is presented to an international arbitral tribunal. For the sake of clarity, it is ...