Paris: The Ministry of Justice, represented by the Arbitration Affairs Department, participated virtually in the "Institutions Symposium: Asia-Middle East Arbitration Corridor," held as part of Paris Arbitration Week 2026, where it highlighted key legislative and regulatory developments in Qatar's arbitration sector.
According to Qatar News Agency, Director of the Arbitration Affairs Department, Dr. Maryam Mohammed Al Kuwari, represented the Ministry at the event. She presented an overview of the country's legislative and regulatory framework, emphasizing the consolidation of enforcement certainty standards through the modernization of relevant laws and enhancement of enforcement mechanisms. This ensures that arbitral awards are executed in accordance with established legal safeguards.
Dr. Al Kuwari explained that Judicial Enforcement Law No. (4) of 2024 has significantly strengthened the effectiveness of enforcing arbitration awards. The law recognizes these awards as expedited, enforceable instruments, granting them the same enforceability as final court judgments. This development helps streamline procedures and ensures the effective execution of awards issued by arbitration panels.
In this context, the Ministry reviewed its efforts to develop the national arbitration system. This includes drafting and updating relevant legislation, overseeing the registration of arbitrators, licensing arbitration centers, and strengthening governance and institutional transparency requirements. These efforts aim to improve dispute resolution efficiency and enhance the business environment.
The Ministry also addressed key features of two draft ministerial decisions concerning the registration of arbitrators and the licensing of arbitration centers. These drafts aim to regulate professional practice, establish clear registration standards, and organize the operations of arbitration centers within the country. This promotes professional competence and institutional compliance in the sector. Additionally, the Ministry touched upon its direction toward adopting modern technologies, including responsible AI applications, to enhance procedural efficiency and service quality while ensuring human accountability, legal accuracy, and data privacy protection.
The Ministry's participation in the event came alongside a select group of international speakers and representatives of global arbitration institutions and centers. This reflects its commitment to keeping pace with international developments, exchanging expertise, and advancing Qatar's arbitration framework in line with best global practices to further strengthen the country's regional and international standing in the field.