International Dispute Resolution

Introduction The world’s most prominent dispute-resolution organizations are the American Arbitration Association (AAA) and the International Centre for Dispute Resolution (ICDR). They provide various services to help parties resolve their disputes fairly and efficiently. The AAA and ICDR are committed to providing the highest quality of dispute resolution services and have a long history of…

Introduction The United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration is a set of rules and regulations that provide a framework for resolving international commercial disputes through arbitration. It is a comprehensive set of rules designed to ensure that international commercial arbitration is conducted fairly and efficiently. Countries have…

Introduction Drafting enforceable arbitration clauses in international contracts is integral to the contract negotiation process. Arbitration clauses provide a mechanism for resolving disputes arising from international agreements without resorting to litigation. Arbitration clauses can be tailored to the parties’ specific needs, providing a cost-effective and efficient means of resolving disputes. This article will discuss the…

Introduction The Arbitral Tribunal is a body of individuals appointed to resolve disputes between parties in a legal dispute. It is a form of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) often used instead of litigation. The Arbitral Tribunal comprises a panel of arbitrators selected by the parties involved in the dispute. The arbitrators can make binding decisions…

Introduction The New York Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Awards, also known as the New York Convention, is an international treaty adopted in 1958 by the United Nations. The Convention provides a framework for recognizing and enforcing foreign arbitral awards in signatory countries. The Convention is widely recognized as one of…

Introduction The ICSID Convention is an international agreement that provides a framework for resolving investment disputes between foreign investors and host states. It was adopted in 1965 by the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), an autonomous international organization established by the World Bank. The Convention is the most widely accepted international mechanism…

Introduction The World Trade Organization (WTO) is an international organization that facilitates the global trading system. It is responsible for setting the rules and regulations that govern international trade and providing a forum for resolving disputes between countries. The WTO’s dispute resolution system is an integral part of its role in promoting free and fair…

Introduction State-to-State Dispute Resolution: Diplomatic Protection and State Responsibility is a comprehensive guide to the legal principles and procedures governing resolving disputes between states. It covers the full range of topics related to resolving conflicts between states, including the law of diplomatic protection, state responsibility, international arbitration, and other forms of dispute resolution. It provides…

Introduction The Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA) is an international organization established in 1899 to facilitate the peaceful resolution of disputes between states. It is the oldest international court in the world and has played a significant role in the development of international law. The PCA is based in The Hague, Netherlands, and is composed…

Introduction The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is the principal judicial organ of the United Nations (UN). It is the world’s highest court for the settlement of international disputes. The ICJ comprises 15 judges elected to nine-year terms by the UN General Assembly and the Security Council. The ICJ is the only international court of…