2025 Programme

The Qatar Business Law Forum is the only conference dedicated to Qatar business law. The conference is free, but places are limited, so book now!

Event Venue Details:
- Qatar Business Law Forum Conference 2025: Marsa Malaz Kempinski, The Pearl - Doha
Timings: 8:30 AM to 2 PM
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- Qatar Business Law Forum Gala Dinner & Awards 2025: Museum of Islamic Art
Timings: 6 PM – 11 PM
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AGENDA: ACHIEVING QATAR NATIONAL VISION 2030

8:15-9:00 AM Badge Pick-Up, Breakfast & Networking  
9:00-9:30 AM Welcome
9:30-10:20 AM Panel Discussion 1: The Evolving Business Law Framework under Qatar National Vision 2030

  • The evolution and future of Foreign Investment Law in Qatar
  • The evolving role of Qatar’s special zones
  • The important role of infrastructure projects in modernising laws and advancing the Rule of Law
  • Modernising Qatar’s dispute resolution framework
  • The growing role of the QFC’s judicial bodies

Panelists: TBA
10:20-10:45 AM Coffee and Networking
10:45-11:00 AM Presentation: Getting the most out AI in your In-House Practice

  • Lara Salem, Head of Content Strategy, LexisNexis Middle East
11:00-11:45 AM Becoming an Investor-Friendly Destination

Panel 2: Pioneering Corporate Governance in the GCC

  • Corporate Governance Back to Basics
  • QFMA Corporate Governance + Case Study
  • Corporate governance in the QFC and harmonisation of QFC and special zones
  • Governance obligations of LLCs
11:45 AM-12:40 PM Panel 3: Bringing Investor Confidence to the Financial Sector

  • Legislative milestones in Qatar’s banking & finance sector + where the law is headed
  • QFC’s new distinct regulatory zone for digital assets
  • QFCRA Investment Token Rules
  • The new regulatory framework for digital banking
  • Governance and oversight of AI systems in banking
12:40-1:00PM Coffee and Networking
1:00-1:40 PM Faster, Smarter, Better: Modernising Qatar’s Justice System

Panel 4: Real Estate & Construction Disputes

  • The new dedicated Enforcement Court one year on
  • QICCA Developments in Construction Dispute Resolution
1:40-2:30 PM Panel 5: Choice of Forum for an Expeditious, Predictable and Judicious Resolution of Disputes

  • Pros and cons of the Trade & Investment Court
  • When can parties opt for the Qatar International Court
  • Updated Rules for the Qatar International Court: What has changed?
  • Impact of QFC/special zone harmonisation for dispute resolution
  • QIC Case Update

Note: * Topics and times are subject to change. Q&A will follow each presentation, time permitting.