In K v JX [2026] HKCFI 2854, the Hong Kong Court of First Instance set aside an order granting leave to K to enforce a Mainland award on public policy grounds. The arbitration arose from a settlement agreement and the
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Global Arbitration News, published by Baker McKenzie, focuses on developments and legal issues in international arbitration. The blog covers topics such as arbitration agreements, enforcement of arbitral awards, jurisdictional challenges, procedural aspects of arbitration, and the intersection of arbitration with other legal areas like competition law and consumer protection. It also addresses emerging trends including the use of artificial intelligence in arbitration and the impact of arbitration on cross-border disputes. The content includes case law analysis, regulatory updates, and practical guidance relevant to arbitration practitioners and parties involved in international dispute resolution.
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USA: District court confirms HKIAC award, rejecting respondents’ defenses under Article V of the New York Convention and holding that a co-awardee’s absence does not bar confirmation
Bronzelink Holdings Ltd. v. STM Atlantic N.V., No. 2:25‑cv‑06783‑JLS‑PVC (C.D. Cal. Feb. 9, 2026).[1]
Factual Background
Respondents Emil Youssefzadeh, Umar Javed, and STM Atlantic N.V. (collectively, “Respondents”) were individuals and their closely held corporate entities who sought to build…
German Federal Court of Justice Confirms: International Treaties Prevail Over Political Tensions in Security for Costs
In January, we reported on the decision of the Higher Regional Court Cologne dated 17 February 2025 (Case No. 19 Sch 24/24) regarding the requirement for security deposit for costs in Germany. Now, the German Federal Court of Justice has…
Hong Kong Court Upholds an HKIAC Award Issued under the Early Determination Procedure
By James Ng
Parties sometimes prefer litigation to arbitration because court proceedings offer summary judgment, which can dispose of unmeritorious claims or defences at an early stage. In response, arbitral institutions such as SIAC, HKIAC and (most recently), the ICC have introduced procedures…
The New Updated ICC Rules 2026
By Laura Lorge
The new ICC Arbitration Rules 2026 (“2026 Rules”) will enter into force on 1 June 2026. Five years after the last revision of the ICC Arbitration Rules 2021 (“2021 Rules”), the ICC has introduced a targeted set of amendments designed…
2025 Arbitration annual review: key developments and emerging trends in Luxembourg
In 2025, Luxembourg saw major arbitration developments. The Luxembourg Arbitration Center (“LAC“) updated its rules effective 1 October 2025. Courts addressed issues including applicable law for arbitration agreements, asset freezes during annulment proceedings, and whether foreign arbitral awards after company…
The Year in Review: A selection of arbitration-related court decisions in Singapore
In Singapore, international arbitration is governed by the International Arbitration Act (IAA), the Arbitration Act (AA) and the Arbitration (International Investment Disputes) Act. The legislative framework, which is substantially based on the UNCITRAL Model Law on International Commercial Arbitration (“Model…
Sixth Circuit clarifies multi-factor analysis for when online proposals create binding contracts with arbitration clauses
Dahdah v. Rocket Mortg., LLC, No. 24-1910 (6th Cir. Jan. 26, 2026)[1] Factual Background
Michael Dahdah (“Dahdah”) wanted to refinance his mortgage. On three occasions between October 2020 and February 2021, Dahdah visited the website LowerMyBills.com, which provides free…
Global Disputes Forecast: The Future of International Arbitration
By Andy Moody
Our Global Disputes Forecast 2026 survey of 600 senior legal and risk professionals across six major economies revealed that the arbitration landscape faces significant challenges in the years ahead. Most notably, our survey results expose a fundamental paradox at the…
Between Courts and Clauses: The Arbitrability of Patent Validity Disputes in Germany – and What Other Jurisdictions Do
Introduction
While the arbitrability of patent validity disputes has long been established in many jurisdictions, the issue remains a subject of controversy in others, particularly in Germany. This debate arises from the fact that patents are intellectual property rights granted…