Written by: Yasser bin Salem Al-Husseini

Within the framework of ongoing cooperation and coordination aimed at supporting industrial development in the GCC countries, the Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting (GOIC) participated in the events of the “Second Law and Arbitration Week,” organized by the GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre in the capital of the Kingdom of Bahrain, Manama. The event was held under the patronage of His Excellency Mr. Jassim Al-Budaiwi, Secretary-General of the Gulf Cooperation Council, and lasted for five days (25–29 January), with the participation of more than 60 Gulf and international experts.

GOIC’s participation in the Second Law and Arbitration Week in the Kingdom of Bahrain came in response to the Centre’s invitation to attend the event and reflects the Organization’s commitment to strengthening integration among Gulf organizations and coordinating efforts among relevant Gulf entities. This aligns with the vision of the GCC General Secretariat to enhance joint Gulf action. It also stems from GOIC’s role in updating and implementing industrial sector policies. In this regard, the Organization has updated the Unified Industrial Regulation Law of the GCC countries in line with ongoing efforts to unify the GCC industrial strategy.

In this context, the Gulf Organization for Industrial Consulting was honored during the recognition ceremony organized by the Centre for various institutions and active entities, in appreciation of their contributions and outstanding efforts in developing legal systems and promoting justice in the GCC countries. This recognition reflects the Centre’s belief in the importance of legal and arbitration frameworks, which play a pivotal role in supporting economic growth, enhancing the competitiveness of GCC countries, attracting foreign investment, empowering the private sector, and stimulating entrepreneurship. Such efforts contribute to reducing investment risks, increasing market efficiency, and supporting the economic diversification initiatives adopted by GCC countries as part of their ambitious national visions.