It is the Permanent Committee for Saudi Arbitration Centers, established pursuant to Cabinet Resolution No. (68) dated 21/01/1445 AH, operating under the umbrella of the Federation of Saudi Chambers. The Committee is responsible for overseeing the licensing process for centers affiliated with the Saudi Chambers to practice commercial arbitration.
Formation of the Committee
Committee vision
The Permanent Committee for Saudi Arbitration Centers is the body responsible for regulating and developing the arbitration environment in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The Committee strives to create a fair and attractive arbitration environment and to promote and disseminate a culture of arbitration according to the highest standards, with the aim of reducing the burden on the general judiciary.
Committee Objectives
We are here to chart a clear roadmap for the future of arbitration, where governance and professionalism converge to create a fair and efficient legal and business environment. Our strategy aims to empower disputing parties and provide institutional safeguards that enhance the credibility of arbitration decisions and the sustainability of economic growth.
We assume the direct and precise responsibility for all issuance and renewal of licenses for arbitration centers affiliated with the Saudi Chambers of Commerce. We do not grant the license unless it is in accordance with strict standards set by the committee, to ensure that each licensed center is a monitoring face that applies the highest standards of transparency and professionalism.
We lay the foundation for the profession of arbitration by formulating and defining the specific standards necessary for the registration of arbitrators in the licensed centers. Our goal is to ensure that those responsible for resolving disputes have the necessary scientific and practical experience, which raises the quality of the decisions issued and protects the rights of the claimants.
We work to enhance financial transparency in the sector by preparing comprehensive guidelines and reference standards to determine the fees of arbitrators and all operating expenses in the licensed centers. We believe that financial transparency is the first steps in building trust between the investor and the arbitration system.
We carry the responsibility of developing the arbitration sector fully and raising the efficiency of its outputs, in parallel with disseminating a culture of arbitration as a strategic and effective option for resolving disputes. We strive to make arbitration the first and most trusted language in the world of finance and business to ensure speed and quality of execution.
latest news
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The Standing Committee for Saudi Arbitration Centers adopts the Licensing Rules for Arbitration Centers affiliated with Chambers of Commerce.
By acclamation: Dr. Ali Al-Mashnawi was elected Chairman of the Standing Committee for Arbitration Centers, and Dr. Hassan Al-Wafi was elected Vice Chairman. The committee was established by virtue of the esteemed Council of Ministers Resolution No. (68) dated 21/01/1445 AH, and will continue its role in legislating and licensing arbitration centers and providing an arbitration environment with international standards.
The Standing Committee for Saudi Arbitration Centers adopts its strategy to regulate and improve the efficiency of arbitration centers.
We enable an institutional arbitration environment to ensure the preservation of rights and the stability of transactions. Our team is ready to answer all your questions and guide you.