新修订的《中华人民共和国仲裁法》自2026年3月1日起施行 仲裁制度建设进入新阶段

Core Points - The newly revised Arbitration Law of the People's Republic of China was passed on September 12 and will take effect on March 1, 2026, marking a significant development in the country's arbitration system [1][2]. Group 1: Overview of the Revised Arbitration Law - The revised Arbitration Law consists of eight chapters and 96 articles, an increase of 16 articles compared to the previous version, aiming to enhance the development of arbitration in China [1]. - The law emphasizes improving the credibility of arbitration and promoting innovative arbitration systems with Chinese characteristics [1]. Group 2: Enhancements to Foreign-related Arbitration - The scope of foreign-related arbitration cases has been significantly expanded, now including foreign economic trade, transportation, maritime disputes, and other foreign-related disputes [2]. - A new arbitration location system has been established, clarifying that the arbitration location will determine the applicable law for arbitration procedures and the jurisdiction of courts [2]. - The law encourages arbitration institutions to strengthen international cooperation and supports Chinese arbitration institutions in establishing overseas offices [2]. Group 3: Judicial Support and Supervision - The revised law shortens the period for applying to annul an arbitration award from six months to three months [3]. - It improves the arbitration preservation system, allowing parties to apply for preservation directly to the court in urgent situations [3]. - The law enhances judicial support for foreign-related arbitration and facilitates the choice of China as the arbitration venue for cross-border commercial disputes [3]. Group 4: Establishment of the China Arbitration Association - The establishment of the China Arbitration Association is a key initiative to implement the revised law, focusing on developing model arbitration rules and enhancing industry self-regulation [3].