DOHA: The Qatar International Center for Conciliation and Arbitration (QICCA) announced the adoption of updated conciliation rules, effective February 1, 2026.
This step comes as part of the Center’s efforts to develop dispute resolution mechanisms and enhance services provided to the business sector both locally and internationally.
In this context, HE Sheikh Dr Thani bin Ali Al Thani, Vice Chairman of the Center’s Board of Directors, stated that the new rules align the Center’s procedures with global best practices in conciliation, responding to the rapidly changing business environment and the increasing demands of parties to disputes, in line with the State of Qatar’s vision to support alternative dispute resolution methods.
He added that the updates include significant improvements aimed at simplifying procedures, expediting the processing of applications, and enhancing flexibility to enable parties to reach fair and effective amicable solutions that preserve business relationships.
He emphasized that this step strengthens the Center’s position as one of the leading specialized institutions in the region, noting that the development process was based on an in-depth study of international experiences and consultations with leading experts and practitioners in the field.
For his part, Ibrahim Mohammed Shahbik, Secretary General of the Center, praised the updated rules as a significant developmental leap that will enhance the efficiency of the conciliation system. He expressed his confidence that their implementation will strengthen beneficiaries’ trust in the Center’s services and provide a more effective and flexible environment for dispute resolution.
He noted that the Center continuously updates its tools and procedures, in line with the Qatar Chamber’s commitment to supporting the private sector and providing advanced dispute resolution solutions that contribute to business sustainability, growth, and stability.
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