An arbitration agreement can bind a non-signatory if the underlying contract is validly assigned to a non-signatory: see Harris Adacom Corporation v Perkom. Malaysia did not participate in the arbitration.A brief guide to the basics of arbitration in Malaysia, including formalities and procedural requirements. A party seeking to enforce an arbitral award may make an application to the High Court in Malaysia. The Arbitration Act is a modern arbitration law. The Malaysian courts have consistently demonstrated judicial adherence to the non-interventionist approach with respect to arbitral awards. Chapter covers common issues in international arbitration laws and regulations including arbitration agreements, governing legislation, choice of law rules.