PHOTO
Doha - As part of its effort to support the local business community, ICC Qatar developed a new programme of action for its Arbitration and ADR Commission and has appointed Squire Patton Boggs' Doha office managing partner Charbel Maakaron to head the Commission. The presentation of the programme took place on Thursday 26 May 2016 with an introduction on "ICC Arbitration: Understanding the Basics" followed by a Commission meeting.
The ICC Qatar Commission works in close cooperation with the Paris-based ICC International Secretariat drafting and revising the various rules for dispute resolution, including the ICC Rules of Arbitration, the ICC ADR Rules, the ICC Dispute Board Rules, and the ICC Rules for Expertise. The Commission works with regional and international bodies to research the most efficient, cost-effective and up-to-date modes of dispute resolution.
In his role as chairman, H.E. Sheikh Khalifa Bin Jassim Al Thani has played a critical role in promoting ICC Qatar as a bridge between the government and businesses to drive a business friendly environment in the country and act as the voice of international businesses in the local community.
"Our vision at ICC Qatar is to foster the development of trade and investment between Qatar and the international business community by using the unique international chamber of commerce network," said H.E. Sheikh Khalifa. "A key focus of our work has been to ensure that all businesses operating in Qatar have access to the best possible dispute resolution mechanisms administered in the most efficient manner."
Charbel Maakaron, a partner in the firm's Global Corporate Practice who became office managing partner in Doha in 2015, has been involved with the Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the ICC Qatar for many years, actively promoting Qatar and ICC business initiatives. Last February Mr. Maakaron led Squire Patton Boggs to partner with ICC Qatar to host the International Arbitration Conference on Energy Disputes under the patronage of H.E. Mohammed bin Saleh Al Sada, Minister of Energy and Industry. Leading several panel discussions at the conference were international dispute resolution experts from the firm, partners Tom Wilson and Ben Holland.
"I am very honoured by this appointment," commented Charbel Maakaron. "We've had the privilege of supporting the ICC Qatar for many years, so the opportunity to lead the Arbitration Commission, at such an exciting time in the country's development, is a special distinction. My focus will be to work with young Qatari lawyers in my role promoting ICC arbitration in Qatar and to create an even stronger base of experienced Qatari lawyers within the ICC community."
Squire Patton Boggs is recognized as one of the top international arbitration firms in the world by leading industry journal Global Arbitration Review (GAR) in its 2016 guide.
-Ends-
About International Chamber of Commerce Qatar (ICC Qatar)
ICC Qatar works to connect local businesses to the world - and the world to the businesses of Qatar. As part of the world largest business organisation, ICC Qatar advances the interests of the Qatar business community in trade, investment, industrial and international relations. For more information, please visit www.iccqatar.org
About Squire Patton Boggs
Squire Patton Boggs is one of the world's strongest integrated legal practices. With 45 offices in 21 countries, the firm is renowned for its local connections and global influence, delivering comprehensive legal services across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia Pacific, and Latin America. With expertise spanning all key sectors, the firm is also known for its preeminent public policy practice and deep-rooted relationships in Washington DC and Brussels. For more information, visit www.squirepattonboggs.com
Squire Patton Boggs is recognized as one of the top international arbitration firms in the world by leading industry journal Global Arbitration Review (GAR) in its 2016 guide. With a team of over 90 lawyers with arbitration experience, the firm is a noted leader in bilateral investment treaty arbitrations and has participated in high-profile treaty cases including those involving energy, banking and monetary regulation, the health care sector, electrical generation and mining. The firm is also unbeaten in natural gas price review disputes, and has successfully concluded more than 40 such disputes, including negotiated settlements prior to the commencement of arbitrations.
© Press Release 2016
