Qatar Chamber has announced the staging of ‘5th World Conference on International Arbitration’ from November 19 to 20 at the Waldorf Astoria Lusail Hotel in Doha.Organised by the Qatar International Centre for Conciliation and Arbitration (QICCA), the event will be held under the patronage of HE the Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim al-Thani.The event was announced in the presence of Qatar Chamber acting general manager Ali Saeed Bu Sherbak al-Mansouri and QICCA board member for International Relations Sheikh Dr Thani bin Ali al-Thani.Al-Mansouri said QICCA’s regular hosting of the conference reflects its commitment to promoting a culture of arbitration and facilitating the exchange of insights on various arbitration issues, noting that the event brings together a distinguished group of local, regional, and international speakers.He also said the conference aligns with Qatar’s strategy of hosting leading international events and expressed hope that it will achieve its objectives by fostering collaboration among arbitrators and lawyers to address issues and challenges in arbitration as a means of dispute resolution.Sheikh Thani said the conference’s fifth edition in Qatar underscores the country’s growing status as a leading hub for international arbitration, emphasising that Doha has become a leading platform for efficiently and professionally resolving commercial and investment disputes.He highlighted that the conference brings together a prominent group of experts, lawyers, and arbitrators from around the world to discuss the latest issues and challenges in international arbitration.Sheikh Thani noted that the event provides an opportunity to promote dialogue and exchange ideas, serving as a platform for sharing best practices and experiences that contribute to advancing arbitration mechanisms for the benefit of both the local and international business community.He said the event aligns with Qatar’s ambitious vision to support economic and investment activities, and highlighted that arbitration plays a vital role in strengthening the business environment and providing a safe, attractive climate for investment. He also affirmed QICCA’s commitment to promoting a modern arbitration system that keeps pace with global developments.The conference aims to exchange experiences with Arab, regional, and international arbitration centres and to promote arbitration as an effective alternative for resolving commercial disputes, he said, adding that arbitration offers numerous advantages, including technical efficiency, speed, confidentiality, and streamlined procedures, all contributing to a better investment environment in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030.The conference will feature local and international participation, including lawyers, arbitrators, judges, academics, counsellors, prosecutors, and others interested in arbitration, with over 35 speakers from prominent figures in international arbitration.Sheikh Thani said the conference would cover a range of important topics and themes related to arbitration issues and recent developments in the field. He also expressed his gratitude to all sponsors, supporters, and participants for their tireless efforts in making this event a success.