A distinguished legal expert in international arbitration, commercial law, and governance, Emmanuel Jolivet has over two decades of experience shaping international trade law and global dispute resolution practices. Since 2012, he has served as General Counsel for both the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and its International Court of Arbitration, where he has played a pivotal role in developing and enforcing arbitration policies that influence international business law. His leadership extends across multiple jurisdictions, holding key positions in Singapore, London, and the United States, where he has overseen institutional governance, commercial crime prevention, and arbitration policy development. ​ Beyond his role as General Counsel, Emmanuel is an influential figure in international legal circles. He has been instrumental in ICC initiatives, serving as Director of the Asia Regional Office, Director of the ICC Academy (the educational and training affiliate of ICC), and Non-executive Director of ICC Commercial Crime Services in London. Additionally, he has played a critical role in the ICC’s liaison with the United Nations (UN) as Director of the ICC UN Observer Mission in New York.