Time Limitation for Making an AwardTime period in ordinary procedureThe time period for making an award is generally six (6) months from the date of composition of an arbitral tribunal in the case of international arbitration according to the arbitration rules of most arbitration commissions in Mainland China, such as C…
Independence and Impartiality of ArbitratorsArbitrators must remain neutral when performing their duties in deciding on a case. Either before or during the proceedings, they shall not accept or solicit any gift, hospitality, payment, or any other thing of value from the claimant or respondent, or meet with them outside …
Formal Requirements for Hearing Record A transcript or written record of hearing should be signed by the member(s) of the arbitral tribunal, the transcriber/preparer, the claimant, the respondent, any witnesses, experts, appraisers, interpreters, etc., who have participated in the arbitration proceedings, and should als…
Additions and Corrections of Record of HearingIn accordance with the Arbitration Law, an arbitral tribunal shall correct any errors and add any omissions in the record of hearing as soon as they are discovered or within a reasonable period of time. Such errors include any typing, printing, calculating, or other errors, …
Preparation of Record of HearingIn accordance with the Arbitration Law, an arbitral tribunal shall make arrangements for preparing a transcript of written record of the hearing. In the case of international arbitration, the tribunal may appoint a clerk to preparer a transcript of summary transcript of the hearing. Such …
Examination and Cross-examinationIn an oral hearing in international arbitration, both the claimant and the respondent and/or their attorneys, agents, or other representatives are required to be present in the arbitral room. For any attorney, agent, or other representative, a power of attorney should be submitted to the…
Either a claimant or a respondent has the right to represented by agents or representatives in international arbitration in China.The law of the PRC does not contain restrictions on the nationalities or identities of such agents or representatives. Therefore, they can be either Chinese or foreign citizens, attorneys, ex…
Arbitration Cost Arbitration expenses are an important element in international commercial arbitration disputes. These costs often include tribunal fees, institution fees, witness fees, lawyer fees, translation fees, and other expenditures. It is vital to remember that various arbitration organizations have different c…
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