Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU), Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, conducted a five-day European–South Asia Arbitration Bootcamp 2025 in collaboration with CELIS Institute, Berlin, Germany from 18–22 August 2025.

The 2025 edition, themed “Investment Arbitration Meets Economic Security,” sought to bridge Europe and South Asia through mutual exchange and comparative insights into their investment regimes and security strategies, enriching participants' strategic understanding. It enhanced legal risk assessment, supported compliance with economic security regulations, and equipped participants with global best practices. The Bootcamp also created a unique platform for academic-practitioner dialogue and fostered a network of future cooperation between Europe and South Asia. It further empowered participants to understand arbitration in the context of evolving global security challenges.

The event started on 18 August 2025 with the Inaugural and the felicitation of Prof. (Dr.) Steffen Hindelang, Professor of International Investment and Trade Law, Uppsala University, Sweden, and Executive Director, CELIS Institute, by Prof. (Dr.) Bimal N. Patel, Vice Chancellor, RRU.

In his inaugural address, Prof. Patel underlined that in a world where economic self-interest is rapidly expanding, the need for strong financial discipline has never been greater. He emphasized that India today stands as an economic ray of hope on the global stage. Highlighting India’s commitment, he noted that the country has signed multiple Bilateral Investment Treaties and established several arbitration centres. Following this, Prof. Hindelangs stated that this initiative would strengthen investment flows, investment protection, security resilience, and cross-border cooperation. He emphasized that the programme seeks to build bridges between 1.   Doctrine and Practice 2. Europe and South Asia  and 3.  Investment Protection and Economic Security.

Over five days, the Bootcamp dealt with different themes. It began with an introduction to International Investment Law, its historical and economic background, and key concepts like “investor,” “investment,” and “investment contracts.” The second day focused on substantive standards of protection, including fair and equitable treatment, national treatment, MFN, and defences in investment arbitration. The third day was dedicated to dispute settlement, covering ISDS, arbitration practices in Europe, and a mini mock arbitration exercise. On the fourth day, sessions highlighted the impact of economic and national security measures on investment law, with discussions on sanctions, tariffs, and investment screening mechanisms in different regions. The final day centered on careers in international investment law, featuring landmark judgments and career talks by eminent experts.

The valedictory ceremony was graced by the benign presence of Mr. Rakesh Kumar Tiwari, First Secretary (Political), Embassy of India, Sweden, and Dr. Dharmeshkumar Prajapati, Registrar (I/C), Rashtriya Raksha University.

Mr. Rakesh Kumar Tiwari applauded the efforts of RRU and CELIS institute and assured full support for the next edition. He also emphasized the importance of investment arbitration with context to India- Sweden relationship and how the arbitration scenario in India has changed rapidly. Mr. Tiwari also invited RRU to host the next edition in Sweden. Dr. Prajapati also congratulated the team for such a wonderful event.

Dr. Prajapati also appreciated the team efforts in making the event successful and emphasized on the importance of the relationship of Europe and South Asia.

The Bootcamp invited a pool of distinguished experts, including Justice A.K. Sikri, Justice L. Nageswara Rao, Dr. Argha Kumar Jena, Csaba Rusznak, Prof. Marcin Kalduński, Shravan Yammanur, Patricia Nacimiento, Prof. Giorgio Colombo, Lorena Fatás Pérez, Helene Schramm, Prof. Steffen Hindelang, Ramya Raman, Kilian Wagner, Sai Ramani Garimella, Dr. Naveen Sirohi, John Kabealo, Dr. James N., Sujaya Sanjay, Kailasa S., Veronika Korom, Shreyas Jayasimha, Lucas Bastin KC, Iona Knoll-Tudor, Prof. Giorgio Sacerdoti, Floor Doppen, and Joel Dahlquist.

The participants comprised law students (UG, PG, and Ph.D. scholars), as well as nominated officers from the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, Ministry of Power, NABARD, REC Limited, Central Electricity Authority (CEA), Hidayatullah National Law University, and other reputed institutions.

The five days were full of dynamic discussions and insightful deliberations on contemporary challenges in investment law and arbitration. The sessions blended theoretical foundations with practical perspectives, offering participants case-based learning and interactive exercises. The Bootcamp thus created a vibrant learning ecosystem, equipping attendees with both knowledge and skills to address the intersection of investment law, arbitration, and economic security in the modern era.

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