Section 4: Functions and powers of the Centre

The functions and powers of the Centre are to--(a) promote international arbitration and conciliation in the region;
(b) provide arbitration under fair, inexpensive and expeditious procedure in the region;
(c) act as a co-ordinating agency in the Consultative Committee dispute resolution system;
(d) co-ordinate the activities of and assist existing institutions concerned with arbitration, particularly among those in the region;
(e) render assistance in the conduct of ad-hoc arbitration proceedings, particularly those held under the Rules;
(f) assist in the enforcement of arbitral awards.
(g) maintain registers of-
(i) expert witnesses; and
(ii) suitably qualified persons to act as arbitrators as and when required; and
(h) carry out such other activities and do other such things as are conducive or incidental to its other functions under this Act.