Specialised Workshop on Energy Contract Arbitration
The Centre held a specialised workshop on resolving oil and energy contract disputes, with a select group of legal advisors.The…
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I.C.I.A
Iraqi Centre for International Arbitration
Your trusted reference for resolving commercial and investment disputes through arbitration and mediation under international standards.
2011Established
480+Cases administered
75+Accredited arbitrators
120+Training workshops
Latest News
Partnership with the Dubai International Arbitration Centre
The Centre entered into a cooperation agreement with the Dubai International Arbitration Centre to exchange expertise and organise joint training…
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Updated Arbitration Rules Launched
The Centre announced the launch of the updated 2026 edition of its arbitration rules, including new provisions on expedited arbitration…
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Centre Hosts Third International Arbitration Conference
Under the theme “Arbitration, a Pillar of Investment”, the Centre hosted its third international conference with experts from ten countries…
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Establishment
The Iraqi Centre for International Arbitration was established in 2016 as an independent, non-governmental institution to serve as a national and international reference for resolving commercial and investment disputes through alternative means. The Centre brings together a distinguished panel of arbitrators and legal experts from Iraq and around the world, applying the latest international rules and standards with full impartiality and transparency.
Vision
To be the leading centre in the Middle East for international commercial arbitration and mediation, and to contribute to a safe and fair investment environment in Iraq through efficient and swift dispute resolution.
Objectives
- Promote the culture of arbitration and mediation as alternative dispute-resolution methods
- Administer arbitration cases to the highest international standards
- Train and qualify national cadres of accredited arbitrators and mediators
- Build partnerships with peer international centres and institutions
- Provide specialised legal consultancy in arbitration
- Organise specialised conferences and training workshops
2011Established
Laws & Regulations
Arbitrators’ Code of ConductThe binding ethical and professional principles for all accredited arbitrators.DownloadSchedule of Arbitration FeesThe approved schedule of fees and costs based on the value of the dispute.DownloadIraqi Arbitration Law No. 45The full text of the arbitration law in force in the Republic of Iraq.DownloadArbitration Rules of the CentreThe full procedural rules governing arbitration proceedings before the Centre.Download
Panel of Arbitrators
Training Workshops
OnlineArbitration in Investment Disputes
An advanced workshop targeting legal advisors in companies and institutions.
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Babylon Hotel – BaghdadDrafting Arbitration Clauses in Contracts
A practical workshop on properly drafting arbitration clauses to avoid future disputes.
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Centre Hall – BaghdadAccredited Arbitrator Preparation Workshop
An intensive five-day training programme qualifying participants to work as accredited arbitrators.
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