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DOHA, Jan 26 (KUNA) -- The Doha Legal Forum opened on Monday in the Qatari capital under the theme "Emerging Trends and Future Visions," running for two days with the participation of Kuwait's Acting Undersecretary at the Ministry of Justice (MoJ) Awatef Al-Sanad.
In his opening remarks, Qatar's Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs Ibrahim Al-Mohannadi said Qatar recognized early on that sustainable investment begins with clear legislation, an independent judiciary and efficient justice institutions.
Qatar launched its National Initiative to develop justice systems in 2016 as an integrated approach to modernize the legal framework by protecting rights, ensuring stable transactions, speeding up dispute resolution and strengthening transparency and governance, he said.
Qatar is now reaping the results of this initiative, offering not only an enticing business environment but also a comprehensive legal system that protects capital, safeguards rights and ensures sustainable partnerships, Al-Mohannadi explained.
This direction has driven improvements in investment legislation, company regulation, dispute settlement and the digital transformation of justice services, reducing procedures, improving performance and enhancing legal certainty for local and foreign investors, he noted.
The forum held amid major global economic and legislative shifts, he said, urging countries to strengthen legal systems to ensure justice and build a stable, growth ready investment environment, noting that investment seeks trust first and trust is built by law.
He underlined that modern legislation is developed through dialogue and partnership and measured by its real impact on society, development and investment, pointing out that the forum brings together decision-makers, experts, legal professionals and academics from around the world.
Meanwhile, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC) Faisal Al-Sahouti said Qatar has seen significant legislative progress in recent years, including new laws and amendments aligned with the country's economic, social and knowledge-based growth.
Qatar has continued to strengthen its legal and judicial systems by updating procedural legislation, including amendments to the Civil and Commercial Procedures Law, as well as issuing an Enforcement Law, which has helped speed up litigation, improve enforcement mechanisms, reduce case backlogs and enhance the investment climate, he said.
Qatar is advancing toward a modern institutional framework that uses advanced technology to manage and deliver services, Al-Sahouti added, underscoring that digital transformation is now a necessity.
The forum offers a unique platform to exchange expertise and develop legal and regulatory frameworks that keep pace with digital change, balance innovation with justice safeguards and uphold the rule of law, he mentioned.
The forum, organized by Qatar's Ministry of Justice in cooperation with QICDRC, features around 40 speakers, and includes three roundtables with about 13 participants from 13 countries. (end)
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