Kluwer: Public Order as a Ground for Annulment of Arbitral Awards in Romania

Published on November 26, 2025

Public order or public policy is a concept deeply entrenched in international arbitration, and its relationship with different national legal systems is a constant source of fascinating doctrinal and jurisprudential analysis.

In this article, we aim to provide valuable insights into the application of public order in Romanian arbitration, with a focus on its use as a ground for annulment of arbitral awards, according to Article 608(1)(h) Romanian Civil Procedure Code (“RCPC”).