The novel coronavirus (“COVID-19”) epidemic has spread across the country since December 2019. So far, 31 provinces, municipalities and autonomous regions have launched Class A major public health emergency responses. In order to better prevent and control the epidemic, to reduce the gatherings and mobility of people, and to protect the life and health of the public, to safeguard the litigation rights and interests of the parties, the courts and the arbitration commissions across the country have made adjustments for litigation and arbitration activities during the epidemic control and prevention period.
We have compiled in this issue the notices and announcements issued by courts and arbitration commissions across the country on adjustments for litigation and arbitration activities, and provide brief analysis and recommendations as to the impact on litigation rights and interests brought by these adjustments.
