Dubai, a global business hub with a diversified economy, continues to lead the Middle East in sectors such as construction, finance, energy, and digital innovation. Mega infrastructure projects, a thriving fintech ecosystem, and bold initiatives like Smart Dubai and the Clean Energy Strategy 2050 are driving high-value, cross-border transactions. With this growth comes an increase in complex commercial disputes involving international parties. International arbitration offers a trusted, neutral, and enforceable mechanism for resolving these disputes efficiently. As a preferred seat for regional and global arbitration—supported by institutions like DIAC, SIAC, and ICC—Dubai, alongside Singapore, provides a stable and sophisticated environment for resolving construction, finance, energy, and tech-related conflicts.
Dubai continues to expand its global skyline with mega projects such as Dubai Creek Tower, Burj Jumeirah, and the legacy transformation of Expo City Dubai. These projects often face legal friction over contractor performance, force majeure claims, and liquidated damages, especially in post-COVID delivery environments. RBN Chambers brings deep regional experience in resolving high-value construction disputes through arbitration under institutions like DIAC, SIAC and ICC.
Contributing approximately 11% to Dubai’s GDP, the emirate’s financial sector is powered by DFSA-regulated entities, Islamic finance, and a vibrant fintech ecosystem within the DIFC. With rising use of digital wallets, crypto-assets, and cross-border instruments, disputes increasingly involve compliance issues, investment mismanagement, and digital fraud. RBN Chambers advises financial institutions and investors on arbitration strategies that preserve confidentiality and ensure enforceability across jurisdictions.
Dubai's dual-track approach to energy, balancing its hydrocarbon heritage with a strong pivot to renewables, is exemplified by projects like the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Solar Park and the Dubai Clean Energy Strategy 2050. Disputes often emerge in areas such as power purchase agreements, emission compliance, joint ventures, and infrastructure financing. RBN Chambers provides arbitration solutions that align with the technical and regulatory complexities of this sector.
With strategic national initiatives like Dubai 10X and Smart Dubai, the emirate leads the MENA region in AI, blockchain, IoT, and data infrastructure. As innovation accelerates, so do legal disputes involving IP theft, AI-driven contract breaches, and cross-border data privacy claims. RBN Chambers offers arbitration expertise that blends legal precision with technological understanding, helping clients navigate disputes in a future-facing digital economy.