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ARTICLE · 13 SEPTEMBER 2011

State Immunity in Hong Kong - FAQ

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Following our recent reports on the Congo Case, this update offers some short answers to common questions regarding the practical effect on the position of State immunity in Hong Kong. Click on a linked question below to view our comments.

Hong KongInternational Law

Originally published 9 September 2011

Keywords: Hong Kong, State immunity, Foreign State immunity, Crown immunity, international arbitration,

Following our recent reports on the Congo Case, this update offers some short answers to common questions regarding the practical effect on the position of State immunity in Hong Kong. Click on a linked question below to view our comments.

  1. Can a contract with a foreign State as the counterparty be enforced in Hong Kong?
  2. A contract includes a clause which provides that the foreign State agrees to waive sovereign immunity. Will this provide a basis upon which to enforce the contract in Hong Kong?
  3. How does the Congo Case effect an arbitral award made against a foreign State?

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