The Hong Kong Arbitration Ordinance Commentary And Annotations ((link))

Disclaimer: This article provides general commentary and does not constitute legal advice. Practitioners should consult the full text of Cap. 609 and seek Hong Kong-qualified counsel.

Unlike many other jurisdictions, Hong Kong statutorily codified the principle of confidentiality in Sections 17 and 18. The commentary provides a forensic examination of these sections, delineating the scope of the obligation and the exceptions. It analyzes the landmark cases that have shaped the doctrine of confidentiality, distinguishing between "privacy" (the conduct of the hearing) and "confidentiality" (the use of information). This section of the book is frequently cited in disputes regarding the disclosure of arbitration materials in related court proceedings.