Annotation

This paper examines the recognition and enforcement of foreign arbitral awards. It establishes that the institution of arbitration, which ensures the exercise of the right to freedom of contract, can be used by unscrupulous foreign companies as a tool for unfair competition. Such abuses can be prevented by a court's refusal to recognize and enforce a foreign court decision. Based on an analysis of legal regulations and judicial practice, it is concluded that the enforcement of a foreign court decision or arbitral award in Russia is contrary to public policy if such decision and/or its implementation are inconsistent with the Constitution of the Russian Federation, which enshrines the foundations of the constitutional order, the constitutional rights and freedoms of citizens, and the principles governing the functioning of public authorities.