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New developments of China’s new Arbitration Law
China’s latest arbitration reform moves its framework closer to international practice, with direct consequences for European parties operating cross-border.
Ad Hoc Arbitration
Official recognition of ad hoc arbitration within specific zones (such as Free Trade Zones), giving parties more flexibility outside established commissions.
Interim Measures
Clearer mechanisms for interim relief, allowing international investors to secure assets or maintain the status quo through Chinese courts before a final award is rendered.
Foreign Arbitral Institutions
Foreign institutions (such as the ICC or the Swiss Arbitration Centre) can now manage cases on the mainland more effectively, reducing “home-court advantage” concerns for European firms.