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Can a Mediation Court Rebrand a Repressed City? China’s Soft-Power Gamble in Hong Kong
In May 2025, China launched the International Organization for Mediation (IOMed) in Hong Kong, branding it as an alternative to Western dispute resolution forums like the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). While analysts have focused on its legal structure and geopolitical goals, less attention has been paid…

