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AARNOUT HENRI NICOLAES V QATAR FREE ZONES AUTHORITY

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Case No. CTFIC0016/2022 AARNOUT HENRI NICOLAES V QATAR FREE ZONES AUTHORITY
Neutral Citation
[2022] QIC (F) 25
Date
05 December 2022
Status
Keywords
Employment
Qatar Free Zones
Jurisdiction
Contract
Termination
Judges
Lord Hamilton
Ali Malek KC
Dr. Muna Al-Marzouqi
Summary

In the case of Aarnout Henri Nicolaes Wennekers v. Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA), the Qatar International Court dismissed QFZA’s application challenging its jurisdiction, allowing the case to proceed. Mr. Wennekers, a Canadian national employed by QFZA, claims wrongful dismissal. Despite QFZA's argument that the dispute should be resolved in Qatari courts, the court ruled it has jurisdiction. The case involves factual findings regarding the employment relationship and terms, with further directions pending. The judgment highlights procedural details and background facts, including the disputed employment agreement and its terms.

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  • Lord Hamilton

    Scotland

  • Ali Malek KC

    England

  • Dr. Muna Al-Marzouqi

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