Doha:The Qatar International Center for Conciliation and Arbitration (QICCA) has been actively discussing recent advancements in international arbitration as part of efforts to enhance Qatar’s position as a leading regional and international hub for dispute resolution.

According to Qatar News Agency, the discussions were held during the Sixth World Conference on International Arbitration. The event was attended by notable figures including HE Vice Chairman of QICCA Sheikh Dr. Thani bin Ali Al-Thani and Secretary-General Ibrahim Shahbek, along with legal experts, arbitration practitioners, and students from Qatar University and Lusail University.

The session featured significant presentations from Professor Loukas Mistelis, a Partner at Steptoe International in the UK and Director of the School of International Arbitration at Queen Mary University of London, and Dr. Osman Nour Osman, Associate Professor of Commercial Law at Lusail University. Professor Mistelis focused on “Global Trends, User Expectations and the Path Forward,” sharing insights from studies on the evolution of international arbitration, user preferences, and the impact of digital technology in dispute resolution.

Meanwhile, Dr. Osman discussed the personal liability of arbitrators concerning breaches of arbitration agreements, specifically addressing legal implications related to adherence to deadlines and procedural requirements.