Since 1893, the Hague Conference on Private International Law has developed and serviced Conventions which respond to global needs and is the premier world organization for cross-border cooperation in civil and commercial matters. VISION To work for a world in which individuals, families as well as companies and other entities whose lives and activities transcend the boundaries between different legal systems, enjoy a high degree of legal security. To promote the orderly and efficient settlement of disputes, good governance and the rule of law, while respecting the diversity of legal traditions. MISSION To be a forum for the Member States for the development and implementation of common rules of private international law in order to Read more