Commercial Alternative Dispute Resolution: Powering Economic Growth with Effective Commercial Justice
From legislative reform in Eastern Europe and Central Asia to court-annexed mediation in Africa, IDLO’s new issue brief distils practical experience from nearly a decade of supporting commercial alternative dispute resolution (ADR) across diverse country contexts.
Drawing on implementation in Jordan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Mauritania, Moldova, Mongolia, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan, the paper shows how well-designed commercial ADR systems can strengthen investor confidence, reduce court backlogs, and support inclusive economic growth.
The brief offers concrete lessons learned, approaches that have proven effective in practice, and critical success factors for policymakers and justice sector actors seeking to improve commercial justice outcomes.
By highlighting how commercial ADR can deliver faster, fairer and more predictable dispute resolution — while complementing formal court systems — the paper provides actionable guidance for governments, development partners and practitioners looking to leverage the rule of law as a driver of investment, resilience and prosperity.
