On September 12, 2025, the 17th Session of the Standing Committee of the 14th National People’s Congress adopted the newly revised Arbitration Law of the People’s Republic of China (the “New Arbitration Law”), which will take effect on March 1, 2026. This legislative revision marks a fundamental transformation of China’s arbitration system after thirty years […]
Introduction On February 25, 2025, the United Kingdom’s Arbitration Act 2025 received Royal Assent, marking a significant milestone in refining the country’s arbitration framework. This legislation updates the Arbitration Act 1996, which had governed arbitration in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland for nearly three decades. The 2025 Act introduces targeted reforms to reinforce the UK’s
Introduction As Chinese businesses increasingly engage in global trade, understanding ICC commercial arbitration is crucial for resolving international disputes effectively. The International Chamber of Commerce administers one of the world’s leading arbitration systems, with a history of handling over 25,000 cases, including a record 869 in 2019. This guide highlights the most important characteristics of
Ⅰ. Introduction: From Case Dilemma to Institutional Reconstruction In a commercial franchise contract dispute, the franchisor concealed the fact that the core technical patent was about to expire during negotiation, causing the franchisee to incur high franchise fees; after the contract took effect, the franchisor failed to provide agreed technical support, resulting in operational losses for
On April 26, 2025, the final round and awards ceremony of the third “Zhongwen Cup” National Administrative Law Moot Court Competition for University Students was successfully concluded
On April 16, 2025, Asian Legal Business (ALB), a subsidiary of Thomson Reuters, announced the nominees for the ALB China Legal Awards 2025. BZW Law Firm has been nominated for the “Litigation Law Firm of the Year” award for its outstanding strength and outstanding performance.
