Speaking Engagements
Dr. Hussein is a distinguished speaker in the field of international dispute resolution. He is frequently invited to contribute to leading conferences, institutional forums, and professional events across jurisdictions. His recurring speaking engagements reflect the strength of his international reputation and his continued contribution to thought leadership and institutional development in arbitration and mediation practice.
speaking engagements - arbitration
Dr. Hussein regularly speaks, moderates, and chairs sessions at leading international arbitration conferences and institutional forums, with recent engagements spanning Milan, Riyadh, Doha, Singapore, London, Istanbul, Casablanca, and Cairo.
Building Iraq’s Arbitration Future through Global Experiences
Iraqi Arbitration Forum
UNDP Iraq in association with Federation of Iraqi Chambers of Commerce (FICC)
1 December 2025
Baghdad, Iraq
Towards the Development of Arab Arbitration Laws
Arab Arbitration Conference 2025
Arab Arbitration Confe rence 2025
3 October 2025
Cairo, Egypt
Law in the Creative Industry: Navigating Technology, Sustainability and Dispute Resolution, Policy, Practice and Protection in Saudi Arabia’s Creative Industries
Saudi Law Conference 2025
Saudi Law Conference 2025
28 September 2025
Riyadh, KSA
Optimizing Global Arbitration: Institutional Reforms and the Future of Procedural Efficiency
Inaugural Annual Forum of the Federation of OIC Member Dispute Resolution Centres (FOAC)
Organisation of Islamic Cooperation - Arbitration Centre (OIC-AC)
28 November 2025
Istanbul, Turkey
Advanced ISDS Skills
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GAR Academy in association with Organisation of Islamic Cooperation - Arbitration Centre (OIC-AC)
27 November 2025
Istanbul, Turkey
Fireside Chat: International Commercial Arbitration in the Mainland UAE
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Singapore Management University and Singapore International Dispute Resolution Academy (SIDRA) and Withers Khatter Wong LLP
24 September 2025
Singapore
Navigating the OIC Investment Treaty: Jurisdiction, Strategy, and Seat Selection
Dubai Arbitration Week (DAW 2025)
slamic Cooperation - Arbitration Centre (OIC-AC)
14 November 2025
Dubai, UAE
Enforcement and Challenge of Arbitral Awards in the Mainland UAE: Seven Years and One Round of Amendments Later — Do Provisions of the Federal Arbitration Law 2018 Support or Hinder Enforcement?
Dubai Arbitration Week (DAW2025)
The British University in Dubai
13 November 2025
Dubai, UAE
Dispute Resolution in Sharjah: New Horizons for Amicable Solutions and Restorative Justice
Sharjarh International Book Fair
Sharjah Institute for Judicial Sciences
12 November 2025
Sharjah, UAE
Judicial Engagement and ADR in MENA and Singapore
Singapore Convention Week 2025
Singapore Management University and Singapore International Dispute Resolution Academy (SIDRA) as part of
27 August 2025
Singapore
Building ADR Institutions in MENA: Insights from the SIDRA Surveys and Launch of the MENA ADR Survey 2026
Singapore Convention Week 2025
Singapore Management University and Singapore International Dispute Resolution Academy (SIDRA)
27 August 2025
Singapore
speaking engagements - mediation
Dr. Hussein contributes regularly to global mediation forums and dialogues, sharing insights on investment mediation, institutional development, and the growing role of mediation in commercial and investor-state disputes.
Emerging Frontiers in Mediation: Spotlight on MENA and Beyond
35th UIA World Forum of Mediation Centres
UIA World Forum of Mediation Centres
19–20 June 2026
Athens, Greece
Investment Mediation and the Reconstruction of Trust: Lessons from the Middle East for Emerging Investment Destinations
X International Forum “Mediation and Law”
Ukrainian Academy of Mediation
11 June 2026
Remote
Implementing the Singapore Convention in OIC Member States
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OIC Arbitration Centre and the International Mediation and Arbitration Centre of Pakistan
17 February 2026
Remote
Use of Mediation in Investor–State Disputes, Panel 1: Enhancing FDI through Mediation
The Singapore Convention: Rethinking Mediation as a Means of Rebalancing Risk and Influencing Investment
The Oman Commercial Arbitration Centre (OAC), Global Resolvers and Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR)
16 February 2026
Muscat, Oman
Mediation in Commercial Disputes – Practical Skills and Strategic Value
The Singapore Convention: Rethinking Mediation as a Means of Rebalancing Risk and Influencing Investment
The Oman Commercial Arbitration Centre (OAC), Global Resolvers and Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR)
16 February 2026
Muscat, Oman
CLDP’s ADR “BookSprints” Programme
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Commercial Law Development Program (CLDP) of the U.S. Department of Commerce
1–5 December 2025
Bonn, Germany
International Best Practices in Alternative Dispute Resolution – Mediation as a Model
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UAE Ministry of Justice in partnership with the Euro-Arab Judicial Training Network (EAJTN)
20 November 2025
Abu Dhabi, UAE
The Future of Mediation in Commercial Dispute Resolution in Qatar
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Qatar International Center for Conciliation and Arbitration (QICCA)
27 October 2025
Doha, Qatar
What to do When? (Interactive session on tackling ethics obligations in mediation proceedings)
34th UIA World Forum of Mediation Centres
International Association of Lawyers (UIA), Sydney
6 September 2025
Sydney, Australia
Anticipating the Future of Mediation in Intellectual Property Dispute Resolution in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh International Disputes Week 2025 (RIDW 2025)
Saudi Authority for Intellectual Property
24 February 2025
Riyadh, KSA
Mediation and Mediation Competencies as an Integral Part of Legal Education
International Scientific and Practical Conference: Mediation & Universities 1.0
Ukrainian Academy of Mediation
15 November 2024
Remote
Let’s Discuss Your Matter
Whether you’re navigating a complex commercial dispute, seeking an experienced arbitrator or mediator, or exploring institutional advisory support, Dr. Hussein brings more than two decades of regional and international expertise to help resolve matters efficiently and effectively. Get in touch to discuss how he can assist with your case or engagement.
