With the blockade of Qatar by Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Bahrain and Egypt now into its eighth month, it is essential to assess why steps have not been implemented to resolve the crisis. The UN Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR) recently issued a report highlighting the widespread human rights violations caused by the blockade and the resulting harm to security, economic relations and cooperation in the whole region. The panel of experts will explore the root causes of the crisis and impasse, the effects on the whole region and ordinary citizens, the violations being committed, and what concrete and constructive measures can be initiated to remedy the situation.

Speakers:

Prof. John Chalcraft

London School of Economics, Professor of Middle East History and Politics, Department of Government

Guy Martin

Partner and Head of International Department, Carter-Ruck Solicitors

Steven Powles

Barrister and Head of International Law, Doughty Street

Joyce Hakmeh

Chatham House, International Security Department

Nikita Bernadi

Media Expert, BTP Advisers

Moderator:

Rodney Dixon QC

Temple Garden Chambers