Arbitration in Greater China: Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan

Arbitration has come to play an increasingly important role in Asia, particularly in the People's Republic of China. In that context, this article discusses the role that arbitration plays in Greater China, namely Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan. Experienced practitioners from Hong Kong, Macau and Taiwan have each provided a practical introduction to arbitration in their own jurisdiction, detailing the legal system underpinning the arbitration regime, particular features of arbitration, the relevant arbitral institutions and enforcement of arbitration awards in that jurisdiction, including PRC awards. The section on Hong Kong also explains the special relationship that Hong Kong enjoys with Mainland China and how that impacts on the resolution of PRC-related disputes through arbitration.