The relative merits of different arbitral venues are conveyed accessibly and practically in this far-reaching survey, with contributions from prestigious practitioners from every major global seat. The book offers comparative analysis of the relative challenges arising at venues around the world, supported by a Scorecard of Venue Issues to allow easy comparison. A reliable tool during the negotiation and drafting stages, it enables a newly tactical consideration of venue, whilst providing instant answers to those in unfamiliar jurisdictions. Offering detailed analysis of a range of key venues, it addresses not only the practical reality but also the history and development in these seats, making the book both an academic and a practical investment.