Chairman of the Syrian Center for Engineering Contracts and Arbitration Meets Secretary General of the Arab Engineers Federation

Cairo, Arab Republic of Egypt

Chairman of the Syrian Center for Engineering Contracts and Arbitration Meets Secretary General of the Arab Engineers Federation

Cairo, Arab Republic of Egypt

As part of its commitment to strengthening professional cooperation and engagement with leading engineering institutions across the Arab world, Dr. Eng. Ahmed Stifi, Chairman of the Syrian Center for Engineering Contracts and Arbitration (SCECA), met with Dr. Eng. Adel Al-Hadithi, Secretary General of the Arab Engineers Federation, at the Federation’s headquarters in Cairo.

The meeting featured a constructive exchange of views on the current state of the engineering profession in the Arab region and the challenges facing the engineering and construction sectors. Discussions also highlighted the importance of advancing professional practices in engineering contracts and project management, strengthening capacity-building initiatives, and promoting the exchange of knowledge and expertise among engineering institutions and professionals across the Arab world.

During the meeting, Dr. Stifi presented the vision and strategic objectives of the Syrian Center for Engineering Contracts and Arbitration, outlining its role in promoting excellence in engineering contracts, contract administration, claims management, dispute avoidance, and dispute resolution. He also highlighted the Center’s efforts to support professional development and foster the adoption of internationally recognized standards and best practices.

The meeting further addressed preparations for the First Conference of the Syrian Center for Engineering Contracts and Arbitration, scheduled to be held in Syria in the spring of 2027. On this occasion, Dr. Stifi extended an official invitation to Dr. Al-Hadithi and the Arab Engineers Federation to participate in the conference and contribute to its program alongside leading regional and international experts, professional institutions, and industry stakeholders.

Both parties emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation and integration among Arab professional institutions to advance the engineering profession, promote modern contractual and professional practices, support development and reconstruction efforts, and facilitate the exchange of expertise across the region.

At the conclusion of the meeting, Dr. Stifi expressed his sincere appreciation to Dr. Al-Hadithi for his warm welcome and generous hospitality, reaffirming the Center’s commitment to continued cooperation and engagement with the Arab Engineers Federation in support of the engineering profession and the advancement of professional collaboration throughout the Arab world.