
Hong Kong set to lead in empowering mediation with inclusive technology
In his address, Lee highlighted that the International Organization for Mediation (IOMed), headquartered in Hong Kong, aims to resolve international disputes through mutual respect and understanding.
Cui Jianchun, commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the HKSAR, said that Hong Kong, with its advantages under "one country, two systems," an internationally aligned financial and legal system, and a highly specialized workforce, is well-positioned to play a constructive role in global discussions on AI-related ethical norms, regulation and legal practices.
Kamalinne Pinitpuvadol, secretary-general of the Asian-African Legal Consultative Organization, said that the Hong Kong-based IOMed is steadily emerging as a new pillar in peaceful dispute resolution, pioneering a model of inclusive multilateralism.
The IOMed innovatively leverages multilingual AI systems and real-time collaborative platforms to empower mediation through inclusive technology, he said.
Legal experts, government officials, and institutional leaders from around the world gathered in Hong Kong on Friday for the annual Colloquium on International Law, marking the UN's 80th anniversary and discussing the impact of technology, especially AI, on international law and order.

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