Manama, Bahrain – On October 24, 2025, Nawaf bin Mohammed Al Maawda, Minister of Justice, Islamic Affairs and Endowments, met with Jonathan Hamilton, Co-Chair of International Arbitration at Paul Hastings. The meeting, attended by Professor Marike Patrani Paulsson, Secretary General of the Council for International Dispute Resolution in Bahrain, focused on advancing commercial arbitration. This discussion highlights Bahrain’s commitment to strengthening its arbitration framework.
Advancing Commercial Arbitration
The minister commended Hamilton’s contributions to international arbitration. The meeting discussed recent developments in commercial arbitration and its role in enhancing dispute resolution frameworks and investor confidence.
Strengthening Global Cooperation
Building National Capacities
Al Maawda highlighted the importance of strengthening cooperation with international institutions to exchange expertise and build national capacities in arbitration, supporting the continued development of Bahrain’s commercial arbitration sector.
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This article is based on a report by the Bahrain News Agency (BNA) published on October 24, 2025.