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Deep Seabed Mining Insights: The Role and Rights of Sponsoring States under the UNCLOS Regime26 September 2023

The International Seabed Authority failed to meet its July 2023 deadline to adopt regulations on the exploitation of deep seabed mineral resources. This article outlines the key legal rights of Sponsoring States under UNCLOS and highlights important considerations Sponsoring States should keep in mind as discussions continue on the development of the Authority’s regulatory regime for exploitation.

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Same paper in, same paper out22 September 2023

This article discusses high profile cases involving nickel fraud in recent years and highlights material findings that focus on the use of warehouse receipts.

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False representations in letters of credit: Key developments in Singapore13 September 2023

In this article, the Singapore Dispute Resolution team discusses recent case law developments in banks’ obligation to make payment under letters of credit, where such obligation is tainted by false and/or fraudulent representations made by the beneficiary.

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WFW advises Guinea as US$15bn Simandou Project core documents signed21 August 2023

US$15bn Simandou, on which we are advising the Republic of Guinea, hit a major milestone last week with the signing of the core transaction documents.

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Deep Seabed Mining Insights: Potential Pitfalls with a “Precautionary Pause” to Deep Seabed Mining15 August 2023

As the International Seabed Authority concluded Part II of its 28th Session, a number of member States continue to call for a “precautionary pause” on deep seabed mining activities. This article examines this proposal and potential legal issues should it go ahead.

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Key features of the new United Arab Emirates regulations on space activities10 August 2023

This article summarises the key features of the United Arab Emirates’ recent space regulations, including on authorisation requirements, the exploitation of space resources and liability.

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WFW successfully defeats “serious irregularity” challenge to LCIA Arbitral Award8 August 2023

In a recent case, WFW’s Dubai and London Dispute Resolution teams successfully defeated a challenge to an LCIA award brought under section 68 of the English Arbitration Act 1996.

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Thumbs up for emojis – the cautionary case of South West Terminal Ltd v Achter Land and Cattle Ltd7 August 2023

This article discusses the recent Canadian judgment of South West Terminal Ltd v Achter Land and Cattle Ltd, which should be noted with caution by trading companies and other organisations whose personnel regularly discuss contract terms via informal communication methods, such as WhatsApp, Telegram or WeChat.

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Deep Seabed Mining Insights: Understanding the International Seabed Authority and the Decision-Making Process for the Adoption of Exploitation Regulations31 July 2023

The International Seabed Authority is central to the regulation of deep seabed mining. This article provides an introduction to the Authority and its decision-making processes, and the ability of stakeholders such as prospective contractors to contribute to its work.

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The EU Critical Raw Materials Act – vital legislation to secure sustainable supply chains5 July 2023

Proposed legislation is underway to secure the EU’s future self-reliance in mining, processing and recycling critical materials. What does this mean for future mining projects?

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Deep Seabed Mining Insights: Possible Scenarios for Part II of the International Seabed Authority’s 28th Session4 July 2023

The International Seabed Authority is facing a key deadline in July 2023 when it is due to adopt regulations on the exploitation of deep seabed mineral resources. This article outlines the key legal issues for the July session and implications for Sponsoring States, contractors and investors with an interest in deep seabed mining.

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Vietnamese Government approves Power Development Master Plan VIII23 May 2023

This article summarises the key features of the new Power Development Master Plan VIII issued by the Vietnamese Government.

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Deep Seabed Mining Insights: The Role and Rights of Sponsoring States under the UNCLOS Regime26 September 2023

Same paper in, same paper out22 September 2023

False representations in letters of credit: Key developments in Singapore13 September 2023

WFW advises Guinea as US$15bn Simandou Project core documents signed21 August 2023

Deep Seabed Mining Insights: Potential Pitfalls with a “Precautionary Pause” to Deep Seabed Mining15 August 2023

Key features of the new United Arab Emirates regulations on space activities10 August 2023

WFW successfully defeats “serious irregularity” challenge to LCIA Arbitral Award8 August 2023

Thumbs up for emojis – the cautionary case of South West Terminal Ltd v Achter Land and Cattle Ltd7 August 2023

Deep Seabed Mining Insights: Understanding the International Seabed Authority and the Decision-Making Process for the Adoption of Exploitation Regulations31 July 2023

The EU Critical Raw Materials Act – vital legislation to secure sustainable supply chains5 July 2023

Deep Seabed Mining Insights: Possible Scenarios for Part II of the International Seabed Authority’s 28th Session4 July 2023

Vietnamese Government approves Power Development Master Plan VIII23 May 2023

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