Islamabad: July 31, 2025: The International Mediation and Arbitration Centre (IMAC), an institution established by the Federal Ministry of Law & Justice, and the Madina Foundation signed a Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) today at a formal ceremony held at the Ministry of Law and Justice in Islamabad.

Mr. Raja Naeem Akbar, Secretary, Ministry of Law and Justice, graced the occasion as Chief Guest. Highlighting IMAC's progress since its establishment in December 2024, the Secretary remarked that the Centre has trained over 600 stakeholders, including judges, lawyers, civil servants, and business leaders.

He emphasized that Pakistan's formal justice system is under considerable strain due to case backlogs, procedural delays, and high litigation costs. ADR, he asserted, offers a timely, cost-effective, and people-centred alternative.

Ms. Aisha Rasool, Senior Consultant at the Ministry of Law and Justice, and Project Director of IMAC, emphasized that the MoC would support the mainstreaming of ADR at institutional, professional, and community levels.

Mr. Muhammad Haider Amin, Chairman of the Madina Foundation, reaffirmed the Foundation's longstanding commitment to legal empowerment, education, and community development.