BIICL and Withers LLP Launch Research Project on Sanctions and International Dispute Resolution
The British Institute of International and Comparative Law (BIICL) has partnered with Withers LLP to initiate a new research project. This project will delve into the complexities of sanctions and their implications for international arbitration, litigation, and enforcement. The research aims to conduct a comparative analysis of sanctions regimes implemented by the U.S., EU, UK, and UN, examining their application and the existing mechanisms for challenging these sanctions. Additionally, the project will address critical legal issues such as anti-suit injunctions, differing jurisdictional approaches, and the enforcement of judgments against assets, particularly those belonging to state-owned entities. Beyond theoretical legal research, the study will also explore the practical challenges encountered when administering disputes that are affected by sanctions. The findings of this comprehensive research will be compiled into a freely accessible guide designed for legal professionals, arbitral institutions, b...
