Asia-Pacific Countries

XIII International Legal Forum

September 21-24, 2025

Third Cassation Court of General Jurisdiction, Saint Petersburg, Russia

Bringing together legal professionals from across the Asia-Pacific region to discuss contemporary challenges and opportunities in international law.

About the Forum

The XIII International Legal Forum brings together distinguished legal professionals, judges, and scholars from across the Asia-Pacific region to foster dialogue on contemporary legal challenges and international cooperation.

Our Goals

  • Strengthen legal cooperation between Asia-Pacific countries
  • Share best practices in judicial administration
  • Discuss emerging challenges in international law
  • Foster professional relationships among legal communities

Participating Countries

Belarus
Vietnam
India
Indonesia
Kazakhstan
Cambodia
Kyrgyzstan
China
Cuba
Laos
Myanmar
Mongolia
Uzbekistan
Ecuador

Sessions & Schedule

Four days of intensive legal discussions

September 21, 2025 (Sunday)

Throughout the day

Arrival of foreign delegations at Pulkovo Airport (meeting in VIP Lounge) Accommodation at Grand Hotel Moyka 22 (Moyka River Embankment, 22)

📍Pulkovo Airport → Grand Hotel Moyka 22, Moyka River Embankment, 22

13:00 — 14:30

Lunch at the hotel (Griboyedov Hall)

📍Grand Hotel Moyka 22, Moyka River Embankment, 22

14:00 — 17:00

Bilateral meetings of the Chief Justice of the Russian Federation with foreign delegations

📍Grand Hotel Moyka 22, Moyka River Embankment, 22

17:15

Departure to the Third Cassation Court of General Jurisdiction

📍Sadovaya St., 26

17:30 — 18:30

Organ music concert at the Third Cassation Court of General Jurisdiction

📍Maltese Chapel, Sadovaya St., 26

19:00 — 21:00

Welcome dinner hosted by the Supreme Court of the Russian Federation at the Third Cassation Court

📍Third Cassation Court, Sadovaya St., 26

September 22, 2025 (Monday)

08:00 — 09:00

Breakfast at the hotel (Griboyedov Hall)

📍Grand Hotel Moyka 22, Moyka River Embankment, 22

09:00 — 11:00

Departure to Tauride Palace

📍Shpalernaya St., 47

11:00 — 12:30

Opening of the Forum. Welcome speeches by heads of delegations of supreme courts

📍Tauride Palace, Shpalernaya St., 47

11:00 — 11:30

Coffee break in the Atrium of Tauride Palace

📍Tauride Palace, Shpalernaya St., 47

11:30 — 12:30

Section 1. "Judicial protection of participants in international economic activity in tax legal relations":

📍Tauride Palace, Shpalernaya St., 47

- Tax benefits and preferences as a tool to encourage investment: law enforcement practice
- Current issues in the application by courts of provisions of international treaties on the avoidance of double taxation;
- Protection of the rights of participants in economic activity in cases challenging decisions, actions, and inaction of tax authorities.
12:00 — 13:30

Section 2. "International cooperation in the field of justice"

📍Tauride Palace, Shpalernaya St., 47

- Interaction of judicial systems within the framework of international treaties;
- Recognition and enforcement of foreign court decisions;
- Extradition and legal assistance in criminal matters;
- Harmonization of procedural legislation.
13:30 — 15:00

Lunch in the Atrium of Tauride Palace

📍Tauride Palace, Shpalernaya St., 47

15:00 — 16:00

Section 3. "National experience in the application by courts of legislation on the protection of competition (antitrust legislation)":

📍Tauride Palace, Shpalernaya St., 47

- Prohibition of unfair competition and abuse of dominant position in the market through the prism of judicial enforcement;
- Antitrust requirements for tenders and judicial control as a mechanism for protecting competition;
- Social orientation of judicial practice in antitrust disputes.
16:00 — 17:00

Section 4. "Harmonization of judicial practice in the field of industrial property":

📍Tauride Palace, Shpalernaya St., 47

- Patent disputes: registration of intellectual property objects, establishment of authorship and priority;
- Judicial protection of rights to trademarks and service marks;
- Legal protection of geographical indications and names of places of origin of goods.
17:10

Departure to the hotel

📍Grand Hotel Moyka 22, Moyka River Embankment, 22

17:10

Departure to the formal reception at the Marble Palace

📍Dvortsovaya Emb., 6

19:00 — 21:00

Formal reception hosted by the Chief Justice of the Russian Federation at the Marble Palace

📍Dvortsovaya Emb., 6

September 23, 2025 (Tuesday)

08:00 — 09:00

Breakfast at the hotel (Griboyedov Hall)

📍Grand Hotel Moyka 22, Moyka River Embankment, 22

11:00 — 13:30

Visit to the State Hermitage Museum

📍Dvortsovaya Emb., 38

14:00 — 17:00

River cruise along the rivers and canals of St. Petersburg

📍Dvortsovaya Emb., 38

19:00 — 21:00

Dinner at Bellevue Restaurant

📍Grand Hotel Moyka 22, Moyka River Embankment, 22

September 24, 2025 (Wednesday)

Throughout the day

Departure of foreign delegations

📍Pulkovo Airport

13:00 — 14:30

Lunch (Griboyedov Hall)

📍Grand Hotel Moyka 22, Moyka River Embankment, 22

About the Third Cassation Court

A pillar of Russian judicial system

The Third Cassation Court of General Jurisdiction serves as a crucial appellate institution in the Russian judicial system, ensuring the uniform application of law across its jurisdiction.

Established

2019

Jurisdiction

14 Regions

Cases Annually

15,000+

History of Russian Judiciary

From ancient traditions to modern legal practice

1497

Sudebnik of Ivan III

Foundation of Russian legal system

The first comprehensive legal code that established unified judicial procedures across Russian principalities. Introduced the concept of state justice and standardized punishments.

First written legal code in Russian history

Established death penalty for theft and treason

Created unified court system across principalities

Administrative Information

Everything you need to know for your visit

Wi-Fi Access

  • Network: LegalForum2024
  • Password: Justice@2024
  • Guest network available
  • High-speed internet throughout

Facilities

  • Cloakroom: Ground floor, Room 101
  • Parking: Underground garage
  • Accessibility: Full wheelchair access
  • Restrooms: Each floor

Emergency Contacts

  • Security: +7 (812) 555-0101
  • Medical: +7 (812) 555-0102
  • Information: +7 (812) 555-0100
  • Emergency: 112

Code of Conduct

  • Professional attire required
  • Mobile phones on silent
  • No photography in courtrooms
  • Respect all participants

Schedule

  • Registration: 08:30 - 09:30
  • Sessions: 09:00 - 17:00
  • Lunch break: 12:30 - 14:00
  • Coffee breaks: 11:00 & 15:30

Catering

  • Coffee station: 2nd floor lobby
  • Lunch: Court cafeteria
  • Dietary requirements accommodated
  • Water stations on each floor

Important Notice

All attendees must present valid identification and registration confirmation upon entry. Security screening is mandatory for all visitors.

Did You Know?

Fascinating facts about law in Russia and Asia-Pacific

Historical

Ancient Legal Traditions

The concept of "eye for an eye" appeared in ancient Mesopotamian law codes over 4,000 years ago, influencing legal systems across Asia.