Going Global: Arbitration in China and its Growing Internationalization - Hu Ke, Jingtian & Gongcheng

China Law Podcast

With arbitration being the preferred method of dispute resolution globally for international commercial contracts, China has recognized the need to modernize its arbitration system and bring it in line with international best practice as it embarks on high-value global investment projects. In this episode, Hu Ke shares insights about Beijing's pro-arbitration strategy; its ties to the Belt and Road and the Greater Bay Area initiatives; major reforms opening up the mainland market to foreign arbitral institutions, and more.

Hu Ke is a Beijing-based disputes partner at Jingtian and Gongcheng who specializes in international litigation and arbitration.

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Episode outline

• 01:16 Legislative background of arbitration in China
  
• 04:12 Arbitration as an index for a country's openness
  
• 06:45 Mainland-Hong Kong interm relief arrangement
  
• 10:10 Shanghai opening up to foreign arbitral institutions
  
• 13:58 Key areas for reform moving forward

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