On 25 January 2023, the influential and widely read arbitration journal Global Arbitration Review ("GAR") held its "GAR Live" conference in Abu Dhabi on the theme "Forecasting future disputes." The conference was co-chaired by Alec Emmerson, independent arbitrator, and Lara
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BCDR launches 2022 arbitration rules
On 1 October 2022, the new Rules of Arbitration of the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution ("BCDR") came into effect. The rules are available in Arabic, English and French, all three version being equally authoritative. As prescribed by Article 1.1
BCDR hosts a roundtable discussion on “Bahrain – A Seat for International Commercial Arbitration”
The Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR) hosted today a roundtable discussion on the topic of "Bahrain - A Seat for International Commercial Arbitration," at its offices in Diplomatic Area. Attended by more than 30 representatives of both the public
BCDR now offering appointing authority services in ad hoc proceedings
In addition to routinely acting as appointing authority in all disputes administered under the BCDR Arbitration Rules, the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR or the Chamber) may also act as appointing authority in ad hoc arbitration or mediation proceedings.
BCDR is now accepting applications for its roster for Section One Tribunals
Tribunals in cases falling within the jurisdiction of the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution ("BCDR") under section one of chapter II of Legislative Decree No. 30 of 2009 ("Section One" or "BCDR Court" cases) are composed of three members: two
Whitelisting of BCDR in GAR Guide to Regional Arbitration 2022
As previously reported, on 1 July 2021, the achievements and standing of the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR) were recognized at a virtual Awards Ceremony by the influential and widely read arbitration journal, Global Arbitration Review (GAR), in an award for
BCDR roster for sports disputes arbitrators now available
On 17 March 2022, the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR) adopted a new set of arbitration rules drafted specifically for disputes arising in the sporting sector. These rules are published in Arabic, English and French, with all three versions
BCDR organizes a breakfast meeting in Dubai
The Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR or the Chamber) organized a breakfast meeting in Dubai on 18 May 2022 as part of its regional promotional tour to present its various services in the field of alternative dispute resolution mechanisms
BCDR adopts sports arbitration rules
The Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR) Sports Arbitration Rules enter into force today, 17 March 2022. The sports rules are available in Arabic, English and French, all three versions being equally authoritative. The objective of developing a sports arbitration
12th Annual Middle East Pre-Moot just concluded
From 7 to 12 March 2022, the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR) co-hosted, with its partners at the Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) of the US Department of Commerce, and the Center for International Legal Education (CILE) of the