DISPUTE
DIGEST
New ‘med-arb’ expedited rules to mediate dispute resolution
BAC launches new Med-Arb Expedited Rules for faster dispute resolution
First court-enforced arbitral tribunal interim measure
In a BAC/BIAC tech dispute case, the tribunal granted an interim measure based on the claimant’s application
Use of electronic service in commercial arbitration
Electronic service overcomes geographic limits of traditional notice, ensuring effective notification and improved efficiency
Arbitrating disputes involving dissolution of a partnership
Dissolution of a partnership is one way a partner can withdraw from a partnership
New framework clarifies disputes over arbitration language
Party autonomy in arbitration includes choosing the language, governing the process from filing to the final award
Liability for damages in pet air transportation
As demand for pet air transportation rises with societal and economic development, related disputes are increasing
When and why to initiate partial award in commercial arbitration
A partial award is a type of arbitration decision issued by the tribunal on specific issues before the final award
Arbitrator disclosure with a limitation period
An arbitration is only as good as the arbitrator
Advantages of arbitration in aviation dispute resolution
The BAC has accepted many disputes involving international aviation treaties
Calculating breach of contract damages in arbitration
In this article, we summarise the analytical process for disputes with respect to liability for breach of contract and damages on lost profits
Essential roles of arbitration case managers
Procedural justice holds significant value in arbitration and case managers
Domestic institutions applying UNCITRAL rules in China
UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules, adopted in 1976 by the UN General Assembly, are widely accepted and serve as standard rules in global commercial contracts
Debt set-off as a form of capital contribution
The updated Company Law opens the door for debt-to-equity conversions, but courts are holding the line
Is a fast-track merger really fast?
Fast-track mergers broaden but 90% consents, creditor clearances and missing minority exits still slow deals
Attracting capital and building investor confidence in India
India’s FDI shifts from attraction to retention as USD1.2 trillion inflows test predictability and exits now
Japan’s ‘nextgen’ global capability centre in Haryana
Haryana GCC Policy 2026 offers decade-long incentives for global capability centres, boosting Japanese participation
Courts will not reprice agreed commercial bargains
Supreme Court backs agreed rate of interest, reinforcing party autonomy and rejecting penal challenges in commercial arbitration
2026 Philippines Law Firm Awards: Make your nominations now!
Asia Business Law Journal is conducting extensive research for the 2026 Philippines Law Firm Awards, the results of which will be announced in the next edition of ABLJ
