The Right to Request and Review Information of The Members of The Board of Directors and Shareholder
In joint stock companies, the right to request information enables the establishment of a transparent structure. The right to request and review information in joint stock companies is one of the fundamental rights of both shareholders and members of the board of directors, and is among the indispensable and inalienable rights. Each board member has …
Amendment On The Directive Regarding Authorised Institutions For Ships
Provisional Article 3 of The Directive Regarding Authorised Institutions for Ships which was published in Official Gazette with 29952 numbered and January 18th,2017 dated, has been amended through a new amending directive published in Official Gazette with 31078 numbered and March 24th,2020 dated, as follows;
Coronavirus (Covid-19) Precautions and Maritime Industry
The new type of Corona virus, namely the COVID-19, has spread uncontrollably to many countries around the globe since it’s the first appearance in Wuhan, China in December 2019. In the wake of this unusual spread, on 11 March 2020, the World Health Organization (WHO) described the epidemic as a “pandemic” and increased the global …
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A legal primer on project finance in Turkey
Turkey has experienced an infrastructure boom over the past decade with a variety of projects being completed. Current projects include: Istanbul’s new airport, Kanal Istanbul, the Istanbul Grand Tunnel (the world’s first three-story tunnel), the Northern Marmara Highway, The Trans-Anatolian Natural Gas Pipeline (“TANAP”) project, which transports Azerbaijani gas to Turkey, and the upcoming Halkalı-Kapıkule high-speed train …
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Legal considerations for energy projects in Turkey
Few countries are better located from a strategic standpoint than Turkey. Acting as the gateway between southeast Europe and the Middle East, being able to navigate the country’s legal and regulatory system is imperative when planning largescale energy and pipeline projects such as recently inaugurated TANAP.
Blowing Hot and Cold
Turkey needs to do more to reduce its emissions. But is this coal-producing nation doing enough to develop the renewables that will increase national energy security and cut the country’s dependence on imported oil and gas?
Winds of change – the case for renewable energy in Turkey
As one of the world’s fastest growing energy markets, Turkey has been increasing its drive towards greater self-sufficiency for several years. To satisfy its annual 300bn kilowatts of electricity consumption, the current energy mix has been quite well-balanced: a quarter of electricity generation is hydro-based, while roughly a third comes from natural gas and another …
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Tips For Investing In Turkey
Partner Seray Özsoy examines the key legislation and frameworks companies should consider when merging or acquiring businesses in Turkey.
Regulation and Opportunity in Turkey’s Energy Markets
Turkey’s energy market is on the cusp of significant change. At present, more than 90% of the country’s crude oil is delivered through imports while it is also heavily dependent on neighbouring Russia for natural gas. The government’s stated policy objective is to liberalise the energy sector, which will ultimately allow private sector energy companies …
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Turkey: International Trademark Registration
I. INTRODUCTION Since the service industry is constantly changing and developing, the need to offer and market the goods and services of the leading companies in the international area is increasing. In light of these developments, the recognition and protection of intellectual and industrial property rights in the international area become even more important with …
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