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ARTICLE · 11 AUGUST 2026

Stability, Progress, And A Farsighted Vision In Arbitration Law (2025 Revision)

China's revised Arbitration Law of 2025 introduces groundbreaking reforms that enhance internationalization, standardize industry practices, and elevate arbitration to equal status with litigation. This comprehensive analysis examines the law's key innovations—including the adoption of seat-based jurisdiction, formal recognition of ad hoc arbitration, and expanded technological integration—while identifying potential regulatory gaps that may impact cross-border dispute resolution.

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We are pleased to include this guest contribution article by Junming He, Partner at Shanghai United Law Firm, Member of the Arbitration Committee of the Shanghai Bar Association, and participant in the First Advanced Training Program for Foreign-Related Lawyers of the Ministry of Justice.

Stability, Progress, and a Farsighted Vision in Arbitration Law (2025 Revision)1

After much anticipation within the legal community, the revised Arbitration Law of the People’s Republic of China (Arbitration Law 2025) was finally promulgated and came into effect on March 1, 2026. This article will examine the highlights of the revisions and discuss potential issues under the Arbitration Law 2025.

I. Highlights of the Arbitration Law 2025 

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