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license revocations an expropriation within the investment treaty?

Posted on February 5, 2026

License Revocations and Expropriation in Investment Treaty Arbitration: Understanding Claims, Procedures, and CompensationThe intersection of license revocations and expropriation within investment treaty arbitration is a complex and critical area of international law. This article aims to clarify the nuances of expropriation claims, particularly in the context of...

Venezuela: Maduro’s Arrest and its Impact on Investors

Posted on January 8, 2026

A Political Crisis with Legal Consequences The reported prosecution of Nicolás Maduro by United States authorities marks an unprecedented moment in Venezuela’s modern history. While much of the public discussion has centered on diplomacy, sanctions, and geopolitical alignment, the more immediate and concrete implications are legal—particularly for...

Nationalization: What it means for Investors?

Posted on January 7, 2026

When Governments Nationalize or Issue Decrees: Legal Consequences and Business Impact Government nationalization and executive decrees can reshape a company’s legal and commercial landscape overnight. These actions create complex compliance questions, operational disruptions, and potential financial loss. This article explains how nationalization and decrees work, outlines...

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Market: Should an Investor look at Bilateral Investor Treaty

Posted on November 28, 2025

Global Market: Why investors should factor Bilateral Investment Treaties Bilateral Investment Treaties (BITs) are agreements between two states that give cross-border investors enforceable legal protections and a clear path for resolving disputes. They matter because they convert political and regulatory risk into defined legal rights. Investors use BITs...

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Are concession agreements assignable?

Posted on September 19, 2025

Are Concession Agreements Assignable? Legal Frameworks, Processes, and Practical ImplicationsConcession agreements often serve as cornerstone contracts in infrastructure and public-private partnerships, yet their assignability hinges on intricate legal and regulatory conditions that determine whether rights and obligations can transfer to a third party. Understanding when and how...

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Power Purchase Agreement in Investment Law

Posted on July 11, 2025

A power purchase agreement sits at the heart of nearly every major energy project. It is the contract that turns a power plant into a bankable investment. However, when a foreign investor signs one with a state utility, the deal does more than fix a price for electricity. It can also trigger...

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Nuclear Power Investment: Safeguarding Foreign Direct Investment

Posted on May 14, 2025

A nuclear power investment is unlike any other energy transaction. The capital commitments run for decades, the regulation is uniquely intense, and the political stakes are national. Foreign investors bring capital and technology the sector badly needs. However, they also inherit risks that ordinary project finance tools do not fully answer. This...

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International Assets: Best Approaches to Guard From Expropriation

Posted on April 29, 2025

Governments change, policies shift, and foreign investors sometimes pay the price. Protecting your international assets from expropriation is therefore a planning exercise, not a reaction. The strongest defenses go into place years before any dispute begins. This guide explains how expropriation works in international law and sets out the practical layers of...

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Foreign Government: Investor’s Rights To Sue

Posted on March 28, 2025

Understanding the Process to Sue a Foreign Government Defining Foreign Sovereign Immunity Laws The principle of foreign sovereign immunity laws shields a government from being sued in a domestic court, making it a significant factor for parties...

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DBFO Contracts Explained: Influence on Project Success

Posted on March 23, 2025

Are DBFO contracts hard to pin down? This guide explains what they are and how they work. First, it covers the core elements of the model. Then it weighs the benefits and risks against traditional delivery methods. As a result, investors and project managers can decide with confidence.