This publication is an essential navigation tool and practical application guide for construction lawyers, consultants, employers and contractors. Dr Donald Charrett as editor and his impressive team of expert contributors commendably achieved the aim of expertly identifying and lucidly explaining and illustrating the applicable laws that may impact on the operation of FIDIC contracts in Africa and the Middle East, the execution of the works and the determination of disputes arising therefrom.
Tjaart van der Walt, Senior Counsel of the Maisels Group of Advocates in Sandton, FCIArb, FAArb, Construction ADR Practitioner and Vice-chair of the Association of Arbitrators (Southern Africa).
The management of a construction contract is the management of risk. This book is essential reading for any contractor or consultant wanting to work or working in the African or Middle East regions, to understand the commercial and legal risks that might be encountered, finding some appropriate risk responses and where additional information can be sourced.
Ian Massey, CEng., FICE, MSAICE, Director MDA Consulting (Pty) Ltd., FIDIC Presidents List Adjudicator
This is another valuable book in the series that FIDIC users in the international community must have at hand. The introduction chapter at the start of this book helpfully covers some of the most pertinent, current issues such as key construction law principles, lex constructionis and COVID-19-related matters. The practical insight in this book gives readers a penetrative understanding of international construction contracts in our modern world, and good guidance on the effective use of FIDIC contracts.
Yvonne Foo, Partner Harry Elias Partnership
A crucial compendium written by some of the most knowledgeable FIDIC practitioners. Practical and focused on regions that are often undeservedly overlooked, this book is a game-changer and sure to become an indispensable resource for anyone who aspires to excel in contract administration and legal aspects of the construction sector.
Aarta Alkarimi (FCIArb), Founding Partner, Chrysalis LLP
An important book that is sure to be welcomed by construction practitioners in Africa and the Middle East which addresses superbly important aspects of local law in the context of the FIDIC suite of contracts and in which the expertise of the chapter authors and editor shines through. Recommended!
Adrian Cole FZ LLE, Independent Arbitrator & Mediator
