Recent KSA Judgments: KSA Arbitration Law Distinct From Civil And Commercial Procedure

Arbitration is becoming a popular commercial dispute resolution in Saudi Arabia, especially with the increasing complexity and internationalization of business transactions. The Saudi Arbitration Law, promulgated by Royal Decree No. M/34 of 1433H (as amended), has established a modern and robust framework for arbitration, emphasizing its independence from other procedural laws such as the Civil Procedures Law or the Commercial Courts Law.

This article will discuss the principle of the independence of the Saudi Arbitration Law as articulated in recent Saudi judgments, analyse the statutory basis for this principle, and discusses its implications for arbitration practice in Saudi.