Dispute Resolution Legislation in Singapore

Singapore’s dispute resolution legislation is regularly reviewed to keep abreast of international best practices and commercial developments.

Arbitration-related legislation

Arbitration Act
Arbitration (Appointed Persons under Section 59A) Order 2009
Arbitration (Appointed Persons under Section 59A) Order 2010
Arbitration (International Investment Disputes) Act
Arbitration (International Investment Disputes) Rules
International Arbitration Act
International Arbitration (Appointed Persons under Section 19C) Order 2009
International Arbitration (Appointed Persons under Section 19C) Order 2010
International Arbitration (New York Convention Countries) Order

Mediation-related legislation

Mediation Act 2017
Mediation Rules 2017
Singapore Convention on Mediation Act 2020

Commercial litigation-related legislation

Supreme Court of Judicature Act
Rules of Court Cap. 322, R5
Choice of Court Agreements Act Cap. 39A