新修订的仲裁法明年3月1日起施行，更好服务高水平对外开放

Core Points - The newly revised Arbitration Law was passed by the Standing Committee of the 14th National People's Congress on September 12, 2023, and will take effect on March 1, 2026, emphasizing the alignment with the policies of the Communist Party of China and the country's high-quality development and high-level opening-up [1][2] Group 1: Legal Framework and International Cooperation - The revised Arbitration Law consists of 8 chapters and 96 articles, aiming to establish a legal system for arbitration that is compatible with international norms while reflecting Chinese characteristics, thereby enhancing the credibility and international competitiveness of China's arbitration [2] - The law supports arbitration institutions in establishing business entities abroad and encourages collaboration with international arbitration organizations, which is crucial for improving the legal environment for foreign-related arbitration [2][3] Group 2: Online Arbitration and Data Security - The revised law allows arbitration activities to be conducted online through information networks, provided that all parties agree, ensuring that online arbitration holds the same legal validity as traditional in-person arbitration [2][3] - Suggestions were made to enhance the connection between online arbitration and data security, including mandatory regulations for data protection and clear standards for the security of electronic evidence during arbitration processes [4]