This book uses a comparative approach to analyse the current and potential changes in China's arbitration laws. By comparing the different stages of the arbitral process and the changes in policy towards international arbitration, it is possible to witness the determination and opening of the market by the Chinese government. The changes in attitude towards international arbitration also reflect a broader and more general policy shift towards a more arbitration-friendly state in a new era. While there are many introductions to arbitration law, this book focuses on Chinese practice, along with comparisons and interactions with other jurisdictions, including the Asia-Pacific region, Hong Kong SAR, Singapore, Australia and the United Kingdom. This part also shows how litigation, arbitration, mediation and their hybrid dispute resolution have been significantly reformed and developed in the context of China's opening up. In addition to examining arbitration procedures and rules, this part of the book takes into account recent innovations and movements in new technologies and green arbitration, suggesting how China's advantages in online dispute resolution can be maximised in light of the campaign. By exploring both the theoretical framework of international arbitration and the practical consideration of the international consensus, this book aims to provide suggestions for future developments and adjustments for China to be more attractive in this highly competitive market. It will be an essential resource and an invaluable reference for scholars focusing on Chinese arbitration law, comparative and international dispute resolution, and the broader legal, institutional, political and cultural dimensions of dispute resolution development.

Dr. Junmin Zhang is an assistant professor at Shanghai Normal University, China, with a Ph.D. in international law from Maastricht University. She has extensive experience in both theoretical and practical study of international arbitration. Dr. Zhang’s research mainly focuses on international dispute resolution and international trade. She is the principal investigator for academic projects in international investment arbitration. She has published various articles and comments regarding international commercial arbitration and the CISG. She is publishing her PhD thesis with Springer and has co-authored an article on arbitration with Dr Guo.

Dr Peng Guo is a Senior Lecturer at Swinburne Law School. He received his legal education in both common law and civil law jurisdictions and has worked and held visiting positions at various Australian and European universities. He has also been awarded scholarships and fellowships from renowned research institutions and international organisations, including the Max Planck Institute for Comparative and International Private Law, the International Institute for the Unification of Private Law (UNIDROIT), the Swiss Institute of Comparative Law, and the European Union. His research interests include comparative contract law, international sale of goods, international commercial arbitration, and law and technology. His scholarship has been published in leading international and Australian peer-reviewed journals and by leading international academic publishers.