Launched on May 30, the International Organisation for Mediation (IOMed) seeks to offer a “softer” alternative to Western-led dispute resolution. But analysts say hard questions remain over its neutrality and global credibility. SINGAPORE: A new international mediation outfit spearheaded by China - with most of its founding members from Asia, Africa and the Caribbean - could serve as a “softer” alternative to existing dispute resolution bodies like the International Court of Justice (ICJ) and