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International Law Association –
Gulf Cooperation Council Branch
(ILA GCC Branch)

The International Law Association Gulf Cooperation Council Branch (ILA GCC Branch) serves as a platform for legal scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to engage in dialogue and contribute to the development of international law.

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The International Law Association – GCC Branch is dedicated to promoting the progressive development, dissemination, and practical application of international law across the Gulf Cooperation Council region. We strive to foster a vibrant legal community through scholarly research, professional training, and constructive dialogue among academics, practitioners, and policymakers.

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Our work focuses on key areas of international law that are particularly relevant to the Gulf region and global legal developments.

International Dispute Settlement

The ILA GCC’s International Dispute Settlement Interest Group (IDSIG) aims to connect scholars, practitioners, and policy-makers interested in the mechanisms and processes of resolving international disputes. The Group’s focus spans a wide range of forums and methods, including international tribunals, courts, and other judicial bodies, as well as alternative dispute resolution mechanisms such as arbitration and mediation. With a particular emphasis on developments relevant to the Gulf region, IDSIG provides a platform for dialogue, research, and collaboration on emerging trends, procedural innovations, and legal challenges in the field of international dispute settlement.
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International Environmental Law

The ILA GCC’s International Environmental Law Interest Group (IELIG) is a dynamic community of professionals, scholars, and advocates united by a shared commitment to advancing environmental justice through the principles and practices of international environmental law. It is a platform for individuals who are committed to understanding and advancing environmental law principles and practices across borders through the power of collaboration and collective knowledge.
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International Human Rights Law

The ILA GCC’s International Human Rights Law Interest Group (IHRLIG) seeks to build a vibrant network of scholars, practitioners, and policy-makers dedicated to the study, advancement, and implementation of international human rights law, with a particular emphasis on the Gulf region. The Group aims to foster informed dialogue on regional and global human rights developments, promote research and collaboration, and support efforts to strengthen human rights protections through law and policy.
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International Intellectual Property Rights Law

The ILA GCC’s Intellectual Property Rights Law Interest Group (IPRIG) aims to bring together a diverse community of scholars, legal practitioners, industry experts, and policy-makers involved in the study and practice of intellectual property (IP) law. With a particular focus on the Gulf region, the Group will explore key developments in IP protection, enforcement, innovation policy, and cross-border cooperation. IPRIG provides a platform for meaningful dialogue and collaboration on emerging challenges and opportunities in the field of IP law. The Interest Group is convened by Mr. Ahmed Al Sulaiti, with Sarah ElNour serving as Deputy Chair, and Saniya Khanna as Rapporteur.
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International Law of the Sea

The ILA GCC’s Law of the Sea Interest Group (LOSIG) aims to bring together a community of scholars, practitioners, and policy-makers who are engaged in the study and practice of law of the sea and oceans governance, with a particular focus on sharing ideas and insights on developments that have implications for ocean governance in the Gulf region.
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International Economic Law

The ILA GCC’s International Economic Law Interest Group (IELIG) aims to bring together a dynamic community of scholars, practitioners, and policy-makers engaged in the study and practice of international economic law. The Group will focus on key areas such as international trade, investment, and competition law, with particular emphasis on developments that impact the Gulf region. IELIG seeks to foster dialogue, share insights, and promote research on evolving legal frameworks and policy trends shaping global and regional economic governance.
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International Labour Law and Migration

The ILA-GCC’s International Labour Law and Migration Interest Group brings together a diverse and engaged community of legal scholars, practitioners, and policy-makers committed to advancing the study and practice of international labour law and migration in the Gulf region and beyond. This Committee focuses on pressing legal and policy issues related to labour mobility, workers’ rights, and migration governance, with a strong emphasis on regional and international developments that influence labour standards and protections. It aims to promote legal research, capacity-building, and informed dialogue on international frameworks and best practices affecting migrant workers and labour relations.
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