October 8, 2025PERFECT EDUCATION FAIRYOpen Access

Legal Protection of Foreign Investors in Southeast Asia: A Comparative Analysis of Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS) Mechanisms

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This analysis reveals how ASEAN countries handle investor-state dispute settlement, suggesting improvements in legal protections.

ISDS mechanisms provide neutral arbitration avenues for investors, though challenges like regulatory chill exist.
Indonesia limits its BIT commitments while Singapore offers expansive protections, highlighting diverse practices.
ASEAN nations need to enhance transparency and harmonize investment frameworks to better protect investor rights.
Investment across Southeast Asia comes with legal risks, emphasizing the need for effective ISDS frameworks.

Anthony Oli (2025) studied this question.

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