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12/24/24, 1:09 PM Supreme Legislation Committee holds awareness talk on ‘The Applicable Law for Electronic Arbitration’ - Middle East Business Ne…
consequences of electronic arbitration. We also sought to explore the application of local and
international legislation in a digital context, thereby highlighting the importance of a robust

legal framework that safeguards the rights of all stakeholders amid the growing reliance on
modern technology.”

Dr. Faisal Hassan Al-Omari, stated, “This talk reflects the SLC General Secretariat’s
commitment to fostering legislative awareness among government employees and developing a

regulatory framework that is adaptable to the demands of the digital age and ready for future

challenges. By holding informative events, we aim to keep employees informed about the latest
legislative updates while encouraging collaboration in exploring ways to develop legislation that
keeps pace with the rapid advances in technology.”

The talk addressed key points, including an overview of arbitration and electronic arbitration,

highlighting its value as a swift and flexible solution for dispute resolution in the digital era. It
also shed light on the legal complexities surrounding the determination of the applicable law for

electronic arbitration across divergent international legal systems.

Additionally, the talk covered the distinctions between electronic arbitration and other
traditional dispute-resolution methods. Key advantages discussed included the ability to
transcend physical boundaries, reduce costs, streamline procedures, avoid jurisdictional

conflicts (conflict of laws), ensure confidentiality, leverage specialised expertise, enhance
convenience, promote flexibility, and uphold justice.

The talk featured a comparative analysis of traditional and electronic arbitration, explored the

types of disputes eligible for electronic arbitration, and discussed the roles of arbitrators,
disputing parties, and arbitration panels in determining the applicable laws governing

arbitration procedures and subject matter of disputes. The talk further delved into the
integration of artificial intelligence into electronic arbitration.