BCDR Chairman: Bahrain International Commercial Court a strategic step to consolidate Bahrain’s position as regional dispute resolution hub
Manama, Nov. 6 (BNA): Ali Al Aradi, Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution (BCDR), emphasised that the launch of the Bahrain International Commercial Court marks a milestone in the development of the Kingdom’s judicial system and reflects Bahrain’s commitment to providing an advanced legal environment that meets the needs of cross-border trade and investment.
In a statement to the Bahrain News Agency (BNA), Al Aradi said that the initiative aligns with Bahrain’s Economic Vision 2030, which prioritises judicial development and the training of legal professionals. He noted that the Bahrain International Commercial Court aims to consolidate the Kingdom’s position as a regional centre for commercial dispute resolution, capitalising on its strategic location and political and economic stability.
He explained that the court features a specialised judicial structure for commercial disputes and maintains strategic partnerships with prominent international courts, including the Singapore International Commercial Court (SICC), enhancing its capacity to attract litigants seeking fairness and impartiality.
Regarding procedures, Al Aradi noted that the court’s legal framework offers parties the flexibility to agree on litigation and appeal mechanisms consistent with international standards, granting greater freedom in managing disputes.
He emphasised the importance of human capital in the success of this initiative, noting that experienced judges capable of addressing complex commercial disputes and delivering fair rulings, along with Bahraini lawyers supporting the judicial system, form a cornerstone of trust among litigants.
Al Aradi also highlighted complementary initiatives that support this direction, including the establishment of the Bahrain Chamber for Dispute Resolution and the ongoing efforts of the Supreme Judicial Council and the lawyers’ secretariat to enhance the Kingdom’s legal framework.
He concluded by saying that the Bahrain International Commercial Court represents a new judicial institution and a key part of a national project designed to build investor confidence, uphold justice, and strengthen Bahrain’s competitiveness regionally and internationally.