HOZU Capital Spotlights Third-Party Funding at SHIAC Roundtable

HOZU Capital Spotlights Third-Party Funding at SHIAC Roundtable

On June 26, 2026, the 33rd Shanghai International Arbitration Roundtable, themed “Innovative Tools in Financial Dispute Resolution,” was held at the Shanghai International Arbitration Center (SHIAC). Hosted by SHIAC and supported by HOZU Capital, the event brought together nearly 100 experts and practitioners from the local government, financial institutions, investment funds, universities, law firms, and arbitral institutions to discuss the latest developments and practical approaches in financial dispute resolution. Discussions examined the evolving role of financial arbitration in supporting Shanghai’s further development as an international financial hub, alongside current judicial practices and emerging tools, including third-party funding, in financial dispute resolution.

Tiana Zhang, HOZU Capital’s Head of International Business, delivered a keynote speech on the strategic use of third-party funding in international arbitration. She introduced the commercial model behind third-party funding, its typical applications, and market trends, before discussing key issues in its application in international arbitration, such as funding costs, disclosure obligations, and conflicts of interest. She noted that, as more Chinese companies expand overseas, third-party funding can combine legal expertise with financial resources across jurisdictions, helping businesses manage the costs of cross-border disputes, navigate unfamiliar legal systems, develop effective dispute resolution strategies, and better protect their interests abroad.

Looking ahead, HOZU Capital will continue leveraging its international expertise to support high-level dialogue on financial dispute resolution and provide professional support for cross-border financial dispute resolution.