bilaterals.org logo
bilaterals.org logo

Articles by language


Can’t fight the moonlight? Actually, you can: ICJ judges to stop acting as arbitrators in investor-state disputes
The “moonlighting” debate echoes another controversial practice: that of “double hatting”, in which individuals wear two “hats” by simultaneously acting as arbitrators and legal counsel in international investment arbitration.
Trade Ministry prepares to impose tariffs on Turkish goods
Jordan-Turkey free trade agreement’s termination comes after months of failed negotiations.
China and Singapore have concluded talks on upgrade of FTA: MTI
Both countries are working towards the signing of the upgrade protocol later this year, Singapore’s Ministry of Trade and Industry said.
EU-Japan trade deal clears hurdle on way to 2019 start
The European Parliament’s international trade committee voted 25 in favour to 10 against to clear the deal for a final vote in the parliament’s full chamber set for December 13.
Keynote address by George Kahale, III
Combined with the dispute settlement mechanism of international arbitration, investment treaties have been transformed intol "weapons of legal destruction."
Justice for Roşia Montană!
Roşia Montană voices to be heard in illegal Romanian gold mine litigation
Post-Brexit US trade deal risk to food safety, says ex-environment minister
Lord Deben believes the British public will not accept lower standards of animal welfare.
‘Pakistan-Indonesia PTA could be upgraded to FTA’
Indonesia is expanding trade partnerships with different countries and economic blocs and a free trade agreement (FTA) with Pakistan is a part of the plans, said Indonesia Trade Minister Enggartiasto Lukita.
Dairy farmers ’very disappointed’ with USMCA
Dairy Farmers of Ontario spokesperson said the agreement by Canada to end the Class 7 pricing on some Canadian-produced milk ingredients, like protein concentrates, skim milk and whole milk powder, is a concern.
India’s refusal to sign mega trade pact this year gains support
India’s refusal to part-conclude the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership this year is getting support from a handful of nations, including Vietnam, the Philippines and Malaysia.
Japan seeking wider coverage of trade agreement
Japan plans to expand the coverage of the Japan-Philippines Economic Partnership Agreement to include the e-commerce sector and more concessions in agriculture.
Miners want ISDS in Indonesia free trade agreement
Businesses in the mining sector and beyond insist protection for Australian investors in Indonesia is required in a free trade deal.
Cook Islands puts PACER Plus ratification on hold
The Cook Islands’ decision to hit pause on the deal was over the country’s impending graduation from developing to developed-country-status. Under its new status it may no longer be eligible for official development assistance, including under PACER Plus.
Indonesia, Egypt to sign PTA, FTA deals to raise trade volume 300%
Indonesia and Egypt will sign a preferential trade agreement and are negotiating a free trade agreement.
24th RCEP Auckland Round: Changing global environment intensifies trade negotiations
The recently concluded 24th Auckland Round on Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) negotiations witnessed a change among member countries’ commitment toward concluding talks on the regional free trade agreement.
Taiwan still pushing for EU investment deal: MOFA
The foreign ministry said that most EU countries are supportive of an agreement with Taiwan.
China-Singapore FTA upgrade likely to be inked this month: Chan Chun Sing
The upgrade of the free trade agreement between Singapore and China, which has been three years in the making, will likely be signed by both sides later this month in Singapore.
Nigeria not in hurry to sign African free trade agreement – Buhari govt
Nigeria’s reluctance in signing the African Free Trade Agreement is based on the commitment to ensure that only what will benefit its economic interest is implemented as a policy.
Ukraine, Israel plan to sign free trade deal this year
Ukraine and Israel are planning to sign a free trade agreement (FTA) this year, Ukrainian First Deputy Prime Minister Stepan Kubiv said.
TPP-11 now turns focus to recruiting new members
In January meeting, addition of Thailand, South Korea and UK to be discussed.