The Functions and Powers of the Centre are to :
Promote international arbitration and conciliation in the region,
Provide arbitration under fair, inexpensive and expeditious procedure in the region;
Act as a co-ordinating agency in the Consultative Organisation dispute resolution system;
Co-ordinate the activities of and assist existing institutions concerned with arbitration, particularly among those in the region;
Render assistance in the conduct of ad hoc arbitration proceedings, particularly those held under the Rules;
Assist in the enforcement of arbitral awards;
Maintain registers of:
(i) expert witnesses, and
(ii) suitably qualified persons to act as arbitrators when required; andCarry out such other activities and do other such things as are conducive or incidental to its other functions.