International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID)

The International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) is an organization that helps resolve disputes between countries and investors from other countries. When a foreign investor and a government disagree over investments, ICSID provides a neutral, official process—like arbitration or mediation—to settle the conflict fairly and efficiently. This helps protect investments and promote economic stability by ensuring that disagreements are handled professionally and without lengthy legal battles. ICSID is part of the World Bank Group and promotes international investment by offering a trusted mechanism for dispute resolution.