Moroccan Justice Minister Abdellatif Ouahbi held bilateral talks with his Qatari counterpart Ibrahim bin Ali Al-Muhannadi in the Qatari capital, Doha, on Tuesday, January 27, 2026, on the sidelines of the Doha Legal Forum. The discussions aimed to strengthen legal and judicial cooperation between the two countries.
This meeting emphasized the strong fraternal relations between Morocco and Qatar, characterized by close collaboration and ongoing coordination, especially in the legal and judicial fields. Both sides underscored the importance of enhancing this cooperation to respond to the current challenges posed by rapid economic and technological transformations, serving the mutual interests of both nations.
During the talks, the two ministers reviewed their countries’ participation in the Doha Legal Forum, highlighting the significance of this platform in fostering legal dialogue and exchanging best practices among decision-makers and experts. Key areas of focus included updating legislation, enhancing investment attractiveness, governance, digital transformation, and adapting to emerging technologies, particularly artificial intelligence.
Ouahbi noted that Morocco’s involvement in this forum is part of its strategic approach to engage with its Arab and international environment, bolster joint cooperation, and share experiences in judicial reform, in line with the significant reform initiatives underway in the justice sector under the wise leadership of King Mohammed VI. He also emphasized Morocco’s commitment to modernizing its legal and legislative framework in accordance with international standards, ensuring legal security, and building trust in the business climate, while respecting the principles of transparency, good governance, and the rule of law.
Additionally, the Qatari Justice Minister expressed pride in the level of cooperation with Morocco, commending the Moroccan experience in judicial reform and legislative modernization. He affirmed Qatar’s commitment to strengthening legal partnerships with sister countries within a comprehensive vision aimed at developing an advanced legislative and regulatory environment that meets modern investment demands and supports sustainable economic transformation.
Both sides addressed several priority issues, including ways to develop legislation related to investment and enhance legal frameworks that attract foreign investment. They recognized the importance of adopting alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, particularly arbitration and mediation, as effective tools for reducing dispute resolution times and building trust in judicial systems, notably in investment and commercial disputes.
Furthermore, the ministers exchanged views on mechanisms for combating financial crimes, including corruption and money laundering, emphasizing the importance of enhancing compliance and good governance principles, developing institutional cooperation, and sharing expertise in this field to support financial stability and reinforce trust in legal and judicial systems.
The discussion also highlighted the importance of learning from comparative experiences in updating legal systems, particularly in vital and strategic sectors such as financial services and corporations. They underscored the necessity of aligning national legislation with international standards to achieve a balance between developmental needs and ensuring legal security for investors.
In concluding their discussions, the two ministers expressed satisfaction with the level of coordination and understanding between their ministries, reiterating their intention to continue strengthening legal and judicial cooperation through visits, technical meetings, and sharing experiences and best practices, benefiting both countries and contributing to the foundation of joint legal Arab cooperation.
