KSA Arbitration in Focus: Overview of Recent Trends and Developments, Outlook for MENA Region

The event will feature an in-depth discussion on the arbitration regime in Saudi Arabia, with a focus on the recent developments, as well as practical experiences and insights from the MENA region.

The panel will focus on:

  • Brief overview of the arbitration regime in KSA, key considerations, when deciding whether to arbitrate in KSA,
  • Discussion on KSA arbitration institutions, specifically the Saudi Centre for Commercial Arbitration.
  • Discussion on features which are unique to KSA, such as the impact of Sharia law on arbitration proceedings and awards.
  • Overview of the BIT protection for investments in Saudi Arabia.
  • Outlook for regional trends in MENA.

Bridging Perspectives: An Evening of Arbitration Networking

As part of the prestigious Dubai Arbitration Week, ICC UAE is pleased to propose an exclusive networking reception that will convene a select group of distinguished ICC Arbitration Commission members, legal experts, in-house counsel, and leading international arbitration professionals.
This intimate evening is designed to foster meaningful dialogue, facilitate the exchange of regional and global perspectives, and strengthen professional ties across the arbitration and ADR community. Set against the vibrant backdrop of Dubai’s growing role as a hub for legal innovation, the event will provide a relaxed yet refined setting for engaging discussions on emerging trends, institutional developments, and collaborative opportunities in cross-border dispute resolution.