Ex-CJI DY Chandrachud appointed Russia's arbitrator in Ukraine Oschadbank dispute

Former Chief Justice of India D.Y. Chandrachud has been appointed as Russia's arbitrator in an international dispute involving Ukrainian state bank Oschadbank. The case centres on Oschadbank's claims over assets lost in four regions following Russian military actions. This arbitration is connected to a broader series of investment treaty disputes, including an earlier case linked to Crimea. Chandrachud had previously turned down similar appointment requests from Russia before accepting this role. The matter will be heard by a three-member arbitral tribunal.