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On how the ECT fuels the fossil fuel economy: Rockhopper v Italy as a case study
The Energy Charter Treaty can be deployed to expand the fossil fuel industry’s rights and contextually counter democratic forces that animate the ecological transition.
Blow to Putin as Russia faces UK trial over $60bn Yukos oil battle
The Russian state will go on trial for failing to pay $60bn (£49bn) to former shareholders of defunct oil behemoth Yukos, after a British judge blocked the country’s bid for immunity.
Paris court upholds Air Canada's $21mn claim from Venezuela
The Paris Appeal Court has found in favour of Air Canada in its long-standing dispute with Venezuela over the payment of about USD21 million in compensation for airline ticket revenues withheld by the South American country.
Double hatting in international arbitration
This article aims to explore the issue of double hatting in the field of arbitration in the context of recent developments in the field of international arbitration and the critique against it.
Ukraine’s termination of its Bilateral Investment Treaty with Russia: what happened and what it means for potential future claims
Despite Ukraine’s recently announced termination of the BIT, and thanks to the continued application of its sunset clause, the treaty may yet give rise to a number of future claims.
Global dispute settlement, India and appellate review
Since India’s quest has been to establish a rule-based global order, its support for an appellate review will ensure more state and investor confidence in international investment law.
Venezuela: ConocoPhillips targets CITGO as opposition authorities try to stall auction
Multinational corporation ConocoPhillips is seeking to join a court-mandated sale of CITGO shares to collect on a US $8.5 billion international arbitration award.
Grenada govt in talks with developers to restart Kimpton Kawana Bay Resort
Grenada government in talks with developers to resume major hotel project after a resolution to their dispute.
Silver Bull secures US$9.5M litigation funding to pursue damages claim against the Mexican government
Silver Bull Resources Inc. has secured funding for its international arbitration proceedings against Mexico under the USMCA and NAFTA.
Court says renewable firms can seize Spain’s property after subsidy cuts
The Energy Charter Treaty, which Spain is trying to leave, protects investments in fossil fuels and in renewables.