Authored by Bai Gang & Paul Ranjard When we type a query into a search engine, beyond the organic results which are what the search engine determines to be the most relevant content for the query, we often discover, at the top of the page, those popups marked with an “Ad label”. How does …
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It is a precarious time for the nonprofit sector. Economic uncertainty, political polarization, and growing public skepticism of institutions have created an atmosphere in which nonprofit organizations must operate under intensifying scrutiny and cynicism. Across the country, nonprofits are being asked to do more with less, to meet rising community needs while contending with dwindling …
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India is presently accelerating its move from ad hoc to institutional arbitration. The Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Act, 2019 hard‑wired institutional roles within the legislative framework. Thereafter the T.K. Viswanathan Expert Committee’s 2024 report catalysed a comprehensive Draft Arbitration and Conciliation (Amendment) Bill, 2024, suggesting further changes to the Institutional Arbitration framework. Even as public‑sector …
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Doing Business In: Gibraltar Market Overview
Gibraltar combines strong economic growth and a favourable tax regime with a warm, Mediterranean climate and vibrant lifestyle. It enjoys a solid global reputation for stability and efficiency with robust infrastructure and prudent regulation. Gibraltar’s small size and close-knit community delivers considerable speed to market with easy accessibility to key decision makers in the jurisdiction. …
It has often been observed by legal commentators that Vietnam – being as it is a civil law jurisdiction – does not recognise the concept of a ‘trust’ (the concept of a ‘trust’ being a peculiar creation of the common law world and the equitable jurisdiction which exists inside it). Conventional legal wisdom in Vietnam …
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Over the past five years, Thailand has faced a range of challenges—from the outbreak of COVID-19, to the advancement of artificial intelligence technologies, and the slowdown of the economy—all of which have had a direct impact on business operations and internal management. Under such demanding circumstances, the ability of businesses to withstand shocks, adapt quickly, …
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Renata Partners has a broad-based practice in domestic and international commercial disputes, with a particular focus on shipping/maritime (wet and dry), admiralty laws, international trade & commodities, insurance & re-insurance, and related areas. Our advice and solutions are tailored to meet the unique needs of industry stakeholders both at the pre-dispute and dispute stage. We …
In the Age of AI, litigation is still a Human Art Machas & Partners is a distinguished law firm based in Athens, widely recognized for its exceptional expertise and unwavering commitment in the field of civil law in legal advisory and dispute resolution. With a legacy that spans over two decades, our firm has consistently …
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Doing Business In: Luxembourg
The Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, located in the heart of Europe, is recognised as one of the most dynamic and attractive financial and legal centres in the world. Despite its modest size, this small Western European country bordered by Belgium, France and Germany plays a major role on the international stage thanks to its innovative …
Courts are playing a growing role in climate litigation—but without replacing policymakers. Recent French rulings under the duty of vigilance law confirm a restrained judicial approach, focused on legal coherence rather than prescribing corporate action. CONVERGING TRENDS IN CLIMATE LITIGATION 1.1. Restrained judicial power over companies 1.2. Minimal judicial intervention against states THE DUTY OF …