Doing Business In: Spain
The proliferation of anti-competitive practices (cartels for lorries, cars, milk, etc.) is generating a growing social rejection, which suggests that these behaviors, which until now were sanctioned administratively, will begin to be prosecuted criminally due to the very serious damage they cause to the economy and consumers. In order to punish these behaviors, the Spanish …
Recent Trends South Korea is a signatory to the Convention on the Recognition and Enforcement of Foreign Arbitral Award (“New York Convention”) and has ratified the Convention on the Settlement of Investment Disputes between States and Nationals of Other States (“ICSID Convention”). Arbitration in South Korea is regulated by the Arbitration Act (the “Act”), originally …
Doing Business In: Armenia
Global Reach Through Treaties: Armenia has signed over 50 bilateral investment treaties (BITs) and double taxation [elimination] treaties (DTTs) with countries worldwide, including the United States, Canada, Switzerland, and China. Armenia is a member of several multilateral treaties (including the Convention on the Settlement of Investment Disputes between States and Nationals of Other States (ICSID) …
Bulgaria, with its myriad of advantages as a business location, has emerged as an increasingly attractive destination for investors. These advantages span across fiscal benefits, strategic geographical location, a skilled workforce, investment incentives, and a stable economic environment. The amalgamation of these factors bolsters Bulgaria’s appeal as a promising destination for both domestic and international …
Overview In our previous Focus On article about moving to Switzerland, we covered the main aspects of residence permits and taxation and marginally touched on marital and inheritance law. With this article we are now answering the following burning questions: Will your foreign marriage be recognized in Switzerland? In the event of a divorce, what …
This year has brought several significant updates to Brazilian labour law, with key changes focusing on equal pay, digital communication requirements, and debate over the regulation of platform work. These developments highlight the increasing emphasis on gender equality, workplace mental health, and the evolving nature of work in the gig economy. This article outlines the …
The Agreement on Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) of 15 April 1994 defines Geographical Indications as “ … indications which identify a good as originating in the territory of a Member, or a region or locality in that territory, where a given quality, reputation or other characteristic of the good is essentially attributable …
Continue reading "The Protection of Geographical Indications in China"