This 500-page legislative mammoth’s objectives are described by the Government as designed to speed up the planning system, hold developers to account, cut bureaucracy and encourage more local authorities to put in place plans to enable the accelerated building of homes. The Conservative manifesto at the last election laid great emphasis on dealing with regional …
Article 4 of the Mexican Constitution considers health as a human right, so the government is obliged to guarantee it to Mexican citizens, primarily by providing access to public health services such as public hospitals; and having a health law legal framework that sets the basis to provide safe and effective health products, services, and …
Doing Business In: Kuwait
Established in 2015, Meysan Partners has grown to become one of the largest and most sophisticated business law firms in Kuwait and the wider Middle East. It is a modern, progressive law firm that seeks to set itself apart by offering high quality, innovative legal advice delivered by a team of highly experienced multilingual lawyers. …
Focus on: Corporate M&A in Uruguay
BRAGARD is a well-established full-service Uruguayan firm. Our day-by-day clients are the best proof; they are partners in progress. Clients at BRAGARD encompass major international conglomerates, making significant inroads in Uruguay. It has a highly regarded department which is constantly excelling in corporate advisory and high-value M&A deals. When in need of creative and innovative …
Doing Business In: Mexico
Mexico’s economy is a vibrant tapestry of industries, from chemicals and manufacturing, to agriculture, tourism, and technology. Despite challenges such as trade tensions and security concerns, Mexico has cemented its position as an appealing destination for foreign investment. Mexico’s strategic location and abundant workforce make it an attractive option for companies looking to optimize their …
Doing Business In: Switzerland
Switzerland is recognized worldwide as a leading country in many respects. It offers an extremely high quality of life (ranked first in the United Nations Development Programme 2021 Human Development Index), international credibility, political and social stability, a transparent legal system, a liberal and highly competitive economy, a strategic geographical position and a multicultural society. …
In Sweden, there are mainly two systems for resolving a commercial dispute; litigation or arbitration. To effectively navigate the Swedish legal landscape, it is crucial to understand the intricate aspects of both systems. This article aims to provide foreign parties with an overview of the litigation and arbitration processes in Sweden, covering various aspects such …
Under Romanian law, foreign judgments are jurisdictional acts, whether contentious or not, issued by courts, notaries or any other competent authority from a non-EU state. Similarly, foreign arbitral awards are international or national arbitral awards rendered in a foreign state and which are not considered national judgments in Romania. In principle, the Romanian law requires …
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Doing Business In: Monaco
Being the second smallest country in the world after the Vatican, Monaco is located at the crossroads of France and Italy, at the Mediterranean seaside, which gives its residents an exceptional quality of life. The Principality’s buoyant economy, safety, attractive tax measures and accessibility by all means of transportation (Nice Airport is only 22 km …
On 1 December 2023, the Swedish Act on Screening of Foreign Direct Investment (the “Swedish FDI Act” or the “Act”) entered into force. The Swedish FDI Act provides for the screening, and if necessary, prohibition of foreign direct investments into protected activities. The Act requires pre-notification of an investment, prescribes a prohibition for completion of …