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 We launched Russia Update last year to provide clients with a single guide to major legal and market developments in Russia. In this periodical publication, we will alert you to key legal changes as well as news highlights from the business sectors which...

Welcome to our monthly roundup of news and legal developments from the Australian energy and resources sector. Each month, we cover news from around the country, including new legislation, commercial developments and judgments affecting the industry. &n...

On 12 June 2012 the Dutch Upper House adopted the two bills liberalising private company law. The Minister of Justice has stated that the rules will come into effect on 1 October 2012. This marks the completion of one of the largest legislative projects in the...

On 12 June 2012, the Upper House adopted the two bills liberalising private company law. The Minister of Justice has stated that the rules will come into effect on 1 October 2012. This marks the completion of one of the largest legislative projects in the field...

On 2 April 2012 the Russian President submitted to the State Duma a draft bill on amendments to the Civil Code of the Russian Federation (the "Draft Bill") which is expected to change significantly "the rules of the game" for all areas of...

On 23 September 2011, the new Angolan Mining Code (Código Mineiro) came into force. The introduction of new mining legislation had been expected for some time. As the name indicates, the Mining Code is intended to compile all of the existing legislation...

The attached memorandum sets out a summary of certain legal aspects which should be taken into account when doing business in Cape Verde. It is not intended to be exhaustive and is provided for information purposes only. If further information or legal advice...

Supplies to Russia do not normally require any more preparation and legal review than supplies to any other country, which is generally good news. The legal basics that should be observed in relation to Russian customers are largely the same as those that apply...

On 19 April 2011, the Angolan Parliament adopted the Private Investment Law  (Lei do Investimento Privado) and it was ratified by the Angolan President on 19 May 2011. It has now come into force and replaces the 2003 Law which previously regulated private...

Russia is looking to international investors to play a leading role in its ambitious privatisation programme. It plans to raise at least US$50 billion over the next five years from selling stakes in state enterprises. Although Russia has earmarked approximately...