Investment Dispute

/ɪnˈvɛstmənt dɪsˈpjuːt/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A disagreement or conflict arising between an investor and a host state typically concerning treatment or protection of investments under international law or treaty frameworks.
    The investor initiated arbitration to resolve the investment dispute with the foreign government.

Forms

  • investment dispute
  • investment disputes

Commentary

Investment disputes often involve complex jurisdictional and substantive questions under international investment agreements, requiring specialized arbitration mechanisms.

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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