QICDRC welcomes Chinese judicial delegation

Qatar International Court and Dispute Resolution Centre (QICDRC) has welcomed a Chinese judicial delegation, headed by Judge Zhao Hong, President of the Shanghai Financial Court.

The delegation was received by Faisal Rashid al-Sahouti, Chief Executive Officer of QICDRC, and Abdullatef al-Mohannadi, Deputy Registrar of QICDRC, along with several other QICDRC employees.

The delegation included members of the Shanghai Financial Court, including Judge Zhao Hong, President of the Court; Lyu Nanting, Deputy Director General of the Academic Committee of the Shanghai Law Society; Judge Wang Xin, Chief Judge of the Third Comprehensive Division; Li Bei, Director of the General Office; Judge Xu Wei, Chief Judge of the Case-Filing Division; and Judge Xu Xiaoxiao, Director of the Research Office.

This visit marks a significant step in strengthening judicial co-operation between the two countries, building upon the collaboration established in 2021.

The discussions highlighted crucial exchange of expertise, particularly in litigation, alternative dispute resolution and optimising the use of modern technology in case management to accelerate legal proceedings and ensure swift justice.

The Chinese delegation was provided with an in-depth overview of Qatar’s achievements in establishing specialised courts, notably the Investment and Trade Court and QICDRC – the first specialised court in Qatar.

The court plays a pivotal role in resolving commercial and investment disputes arising from the operations of global financial entities based within the Qatar Financial Centre and the Qatar Free Zones Authority.

The QICDRC is known for upholding the principles of independence, impartiality, and transparency, ensuring fairness for all parties involved.

The Chinese delegation was introduced to QICDRC’s advanced “eCourt” system, a cutting-edge system that enables litigants to file cases, submit evidence, attend hearings, and move towards resolution and enforcement through secure electronic platforms.

Emphasising the importance of such engagements in advancing judicial co-operation and sharing best practices, particularly in leveraging technology within the judiciary, al-Sahouti said the digitalisation of court processes is now essential for delivering timely justice, enhancing the efficiency of the judicial system, and ultimately improving Qatar’s attractiveness as a destination for foreign investment and business growth.