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

Trends In Cross Border Arbitration: Legal Challenges And Implementation In Indonesia

Annisa Putri Sinaga (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Annisa Putri Andini Tanjung (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Siti Salmiah Dalimunthe (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)
Rahman Al Fauzi Siregar (Universitas Islam Negeri Sumatera Utara)



Article Info

Publish Date
30 Jan 2026

Abstract

This paper examines the trends, legal challenges, and effectiveness of cross-border arbitration in Indonesia within the context of contemporary international trade and investment. The rapid growth of global commerce necessitates reliable dispute resolution mechanisms, positioning international arbitration as a preferred alternative due to its neutrality, procedural flexibility, and enforceability under instruments such as the 1958 New York Convention. Using a normative juridical approach, this study analyzes primary and secondary legal sources, including statutory regulations, scholarly literature, and arbitral decisions, through systematic stages of data collection, analysis, and synthesis. The findings reveal that while Indonesia possesses a solid legal framework for arbitration, practical challenges persist, including inconsistent judicial interpretations, limited institutional capacity, high procedural costs, and deficiencies in arbitration clause drafting. These factors affect the effectiveness and credibility of international arbitration. The study concludes with recommendations for harmonizing domestic law with international standards, enhancing institutional capacity, and promoting empirical research to strengthen Indonesia’s role as a competitive forum for cross-border dispute resolution.

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jcisnu

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Humanities Law, Crime, Criminology & Criminal Justice

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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 ...