The UAE is booming at a time when many developed economies are having a very troubled patch. Residential property sales saw a 29% sales increase in ’23 with prices on average up 20%. Office demand exceeds supply – and the Dubai International Financial Centre saw a year-on-year rental rate increase of 22% last year – […]
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The U.S. LNG Export Boom: A New Energy Landscape The U.S. has become the largest exporter of liquefied natural gas (LNG), driven by significant infrastructure development and advances in natural gas extraction. This growth has led to debates about environmental sustainability, economic effects on communities, and how this aligns with U.S. climate goals. The CP2
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Introduction to the Dispute In the case of Carmichael Rail Network Pty Ltd v BBC Chartering Carriers GmbH & Co KG [2024] HCA 4, the High Court of Australia delivered a judgment that underscores the robustness of arbitration agreements in international commercial contracts, even when faced with statutory provisions aimed at protecting domestic legal standards.
Introduction to the Case In the case of Lochan v. Binance Holdings Limited, 2023 ONSC 6714, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice addressed a motion by Binance Holdings Limited to stay proceedings in favor of arbitration, as per the arbitration agreement digitally signed by the plaintiffs and potential class members. The plaintiffs, Christopher Lochan and
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On February 1, 2024, President Joe Biden’s executive order introduced sanctions targeting individuals and entities that contribute to instability in the West Bank, notably through violence or threats against civilians. This directive, with its broad implications, mandates a closer examination of how businesses worldwide engage with Israel and the West Bank, especially given the region’s
