ICCI and ICADRP Join Hands to Promote ADR Practices for Sustainable Business Growth
ISLAMABAD ( WEB NEWS )
The Islamabad Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ICCI), representing a diverse membership of over ten thousand corporate, trade, and service sector entities, has undertaken a pivotal initiative to strengthen Pakistan’s business and legal framework. In pursuit of fostering efficient dispute resolution mechanisms, ICCI has formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the International Centre for Appropriate Dispute Resolution and Prevention (ICADRP)—a globally recognized institution dedicated to advancing Appropriate Dispute Resolution (ADR) practices.
The signing ceremony, held at the Chamber House in Islamabad, marked a significant milestone in institutional collaboration. The agreement was formalized by ICCI Secretary General Ghulam Murtaza and ICADRP Chief Executive Officer Dr. Nudrat E. Piracha, in the presence of ICCI President Nasir Mansoor Qureshi, Council Member Abdul Rauf Alam, ICADRP Managing Director Farrukh Karim Qureshi, and Director Dr. Shoaib Suddle.
This strategic partnership seeks to enhance ADR research, education, certification programs, and business-centric initiatives, thereby reinforcing Pakistan’s legal and economic landscape. ICADRP will extend expert consultancy, training, and capacity-building support to facilitate the establishment and effective operation of ADR centers tailored to business requirements.
Speaking at the occasion, ICCI President Nasir Mansoor Qureshi articulated confidence in the transformative potential of this collaboration, underscoring its role in institutionalizing mediation and dispute resolution training. He emphasized that the initiative will significantly contribute to a more predictable and business-friendly environment, fostering economic stability, investment growth, and national prosperity.