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S Alam files international arbitration claims over asset freeze: FT report
Mohammed Saiful Alam, founder and chairman of the controversial business conglomerate S Alam Group, has filed an international arbitration claim alleging that Dhaka's asset recovery drive has cost his family's business "hundreds of millions" of dollar.
UK mining case highlights impact of ISDS mechanism on climate action
In August, a Singapore-based investor filed a case against the UK government after the High Court in London quashed a proposal for a new coal mine on climate grounds.
Nigeria-Singapore and Côte d’Ivoire-Singapore bilateral investment treaties enter into force
The Nigeria-Singapore BIT and the Côte d’Ivoire-Singapore BIT have both entered into force. They establish rules on how Nigeria and Côte d’Ivoire should treat investments from Singapore, and vice versa. With these treaties, Singapore companies operating will enjoy enhanced protection of their investments
Singapore inks pact with four European states to boost digital trade
A new agreement between Singapore and the European Free Trade Association is set to boost cross-border data flows for key sectors such as financial services.
Singapore and Egypt expand strategic ties, explore free trade agreement
Singapore and Egypt have agreed to study the feasibility of a free trade agreement (FTA) as both countries aim to expand economic cooperation and build on their longstanding partnership.
Nigeria, Singapore enforce new bilateral investment treaty
Nigeria and Singapore have strengthened their economic ties with the enforcement of a new Bilateral Investment Treaty, BIT.
Singapore and EFTA conclude talks on digital economy agreement
The agreement will allow the free flow of data across each other’s territories.
Bangladesh on FTA hunt as its graduation nears
Bangladesh now gears up drives for striking free-trade deals, with negotiations underway with a couple of countries, as the country prepares for post-graduation trade sans tariff concessions.
Humans Group initiates arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Uzbekistan to protect its investment
Humans Mobile Ltd, an international holding company and owner of Humans' business in Uzbekistan, has formally initiated arbitration proceedings against the Republic of Uzbekistan.
Digital trade: the new frontline in the fight for our rights
The EU is signing digital trade deals that could undermine fundamental rights and block oversight of software systems shaping our lives. From data protection to algorithmic accountability.