Doha: The Qatar International Center for Conciliation and Arbitration (QICCA), in cooperation with the Community Service and Continuing Education Center at Qatar University, concluded its specialized training program aimed at preparing and qualifying arbitrators. The initiative is designed to equip Qatari professionals and residents working in the country with practical and legal expertise in the field of commercial arbitration.

According to Qatar News Agency, Secretary-General of QICCA, Ibrahim Shahbik, supervised the graduation ceremony of 24 participants representing various governmental and semi-governmental entities. The ceremony followed the final stage of the program, which featured a simulated arbitration trial.

On the occasion, Shahbik reaffirmed QICCA's commitment to continuing its arbitrator training program since its inception, emphasizing the importance of building a pool of qualified arbitrators through a curriculum that combines theoretical knowledge with procedural and practical skills.

He also noted the strong interest in the program and QICCA's support for graduates in gaining real-world experience through various channels and initiatives.

The program, held at Qatar University, consisted of five stages covering key topics such as the concept and practical applications of commercial arbitration, case management procedures from the arbitrator's perspective, and the drafting of arbitration awards. The program concluded with a practical training session featuring a mock arbitration involving all trainees.