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flag China launches new mediation rules May 1, 2026, to streamline business dispute resolution with legal enforceability, digital tools, and international alignment.

flag China is implementing a new commercial mediation regulation effective May 1, 2026, its first dedicated administrative rule for business dispute resolution. flag The 33-article framework establishes legal clarity for mediation in trade, investment, finance, real estate, construction, and intellectual property, excluding personal disputes. flag It strengthens mediation organizations’ professionalism, promotes digital tools like AI and online platforms for efficiency, and ensures enforceability through judicial confirmation. flag The rule enhances confidentiality, cooperation, and accountability, aiming to reduce costs and delays while aligning China’s system with international standards like the Singapore Convention.

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