Investment Treaties and Investor-State Dispute Settlement in Africa: Costs, Benefits, and Reform: From Theory to Practice

Key Points

• This article aims to explore the costs and benefits of investment treaties and dispute settlement in Africa, particularly in Equatorial Guinea.
• Conducted a survey of existing literature on investment treaties and dispute resolution
• Focused analysis on Equatorial Guinea within the broader context of African studies
• Organized findings to highlight institutional and policy dynamics
• Identifies key costs associated with investment treaties for African nations
• Highlights benefits that can arise from effective dispute resolution mechanisms
• Suggests reforms to strengthen the impact of investment treaties in Africa

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