Construction Amid War And Hostilities: The Principal Issues Under FIDIC

I was in Abu Dhabi on 28 February when the hostilities began across the region.¹ Within hours of my arrival, airspace disruptions, attack interceptions (with the resulting missile debris) and the steady cadence of official alerts reframed the environment across the Gulf region. What was meant to have been a routine visit quickly became something quite different: a close-up view of a rapidly escalating regional conflict.

Though I am now back in the United Kingdom, many colleagues, clients and friends continue to live and work in the region during these uncertain times. This piece is written with them in mind, and with a sincere hope for the safety, security and stability of all those affected.