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5/23/25, 10:14 AM SLC holds workshop on ‘The Impact of Language on Legal Drafting’ - Middle East News 247
use of tools and techniques to enhance linguistic proficiency. This involved reviewing samples of legislation
and conducting contextual analyses of different legislative drafting models.

H.E. Ahmad Saeed bin Meshar Al Muhairi, SLC Secretary General, affirmed that linguistic precision is
fundamental to effective legislative drafting, stating: “Clear legal provisions reduce the risk of ambiguity,

misinterpretation, and errors in implementation.” H.E. Al Muhairi added: “The Impact of Language on Legal
Drafting demonstrates the SLC’s ongoing commitment to strengthening legislative drafting frameworks and
expanding the knowledge base of legal professionals. The workshop aims to equip legal professionals with

the necessary tools to contribute effectively to developing a legislative system that is responsive to present
needs and future challenges.”

Mr. Al Ahmad commented: “The workshop focused on enhancing the Arabic linguistic skills of legal
professionals at the Government of Dubai and developing their ability to draft legislation using precise and

sound language aligned with legal drafting standards. It addressed fundamental linguistic rules essential for
crafting robust legal provisions that are free from loopholes and ambiguity. The initiative aims to equip legal
personnel with practical tools to avoid common drafting mistakes and to use legal terminology accurately and

consistently. Ultimately, our goal is to support Dubai’s vision for a legislative ecosystem rooted in
transparency, adaptability, and legal certainty, thereby enhancing the investment appeal of the Emirate and
driving development.”

The workshop also underscored the role of legal language as a cornerstone of any successful legislative
ecosystem and as a key tool for facilitating the effective implementation of legislation. It highlighted the

importance of precision and clarity in legislative drafting and the need to avoid ambiguity that could lead to
misinterpretation.

Mr. Al Ahmad further stressed the pivotal role of precision in using language for legislative drafting in ensuring
legal stability by fostering a unified understanding among all relevant parties in the judicial and legal
ecosystem, including judges, lawyers, and government officials, thereby minimising conflicting

interpretations. The session also highlighted the importance of maintaining neutrality and objectivity in

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