The current investor state dispute settlement (ISDS) system has faced criticism with regard to some important aspects of the procedures it offers. A lack of transparency, neutrality of the deciding third party, the limitations of amicus curiae involvement and a lack of flexibility to take into account considerations beyond the applicable law are some of the concerns raised. In recent years, there have been calls to increase the use of mediation for the resolution of such disputes. This session reflects on whether the Singapore Convention is likely to result in an increase in the use of mediation and considers the obstacles and challenges of this difficult area of dispute resolution.