Jurnal Cendikia ISNU SU
Vol. 3 No. 1 (2026): ISNU Cendikia Januari

The Urgency of Arbitration in Resolving Investment Disputes in Indonesia

Imamuddin (Universiti Malaya, Malaysia)
Vressilia Witama (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
M. Rangga Syahputra Saragih (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Rayhan Nandini Telaumbanua (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jan 2026

Abstract

Investment plays a strategic role in driving economic growth but is prone to disputes arising from contractual differences, breaches, or regulatory shifts. In Indonesia, conventional court litigation often proves lengthy, costly, and lacks confidentiality, prompting the need for effective alternative dispute resolution. This paper employs a normative legal research method, analyzing primary sources such as Law Number 30 of 1999 on Arbitration and Alternative Dispute Resolution, Law Number 25 of 2007 on Investment, and the 1958 New York Convention, alongside secondary literature. The study examines the position, urgency, legal framework, and enforcement of arbitration in investment disputes. Findings indicate that arbitration provides a legally recognized, final, and binding mechanism that ensures efficiency, neutrality, and confidentiality, thereby fostering investor confidence. Despite certain procedural and practical challenges, the integration of arbitration with judicial oversight maintains its effectiveness. The paper concludes that strengthening Indonesia’s arbitration system and harmonizing it with international norms is vital for promoting a stable and competitive investment climate.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

jcisnu

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Subject

Humanities Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

Description

Jurnal Cendikia ISNU SU is a scholarly platform dedicated to advancing research and critical discussions in the field of law. The journal embraces a wide range of topics that reflect the dynamic development of legal studies, both in national and international contexts. The scope of the journal ...