Original Arbitration Proceeding

Original Arbitration Proceeding

Date Development May 20, 2013 The Secretary-General registers a request for the institution of arbitration proceedings. June 26, 2013 Following appointment by the Claimants, John Townsend (U.S.) accepts his appointment as arbitrator. July 31, 2013 Following appointment by the Respondent, Brigitte Stern (French) accepts her appointment as arbitrator. October 21, 2013 Following appointment by the parties, Eduardo Zuleta (Colombian) accepts his appointment as presiding arbitrator. The Tribunal is constituted in accordance with Article 37(2)(a) of the ICSID Convention. Its members are: Eduardo Zuleta (Colombian), President, appointed by the Secretary-General pursuant to the parties' agreement; John Townsend (U.S.), appointed by the Claimants; and Brigitte Stern (French), appointed by the Respondent. December 17, 2013 The Tribunal holds a first session by telephone conference. December 20, 2013 The Tribunal issues Procedural Order No. 1. January 09, 2014 The Tribunal issues Procedural Order No. 2 concerning procedural matters.