The legal protection of foreign investment

a comparative study

The law of foreign investment is at a crossroads. In the wake of an unprecedented global financial crisis and a sharp surge of investment arbitration cases, states around the world are reflecting on the pros and cons of the current liberal investment regime and exploring ...

Redefining sovereignity in international economic Law

This volume important new essays on the key topics in economic law. It will be of interest to all international trade lawyers.The concept of state sovereignty is increasingly challenged by a proliferation of international economic instruments and major international economic institutions. States from both ...

The legal framework of EU-China investment relations

a critical appraisal

EU investment in China has increased dramatically since the early 1990s and is poised to increase further in light of China's recent accession to the World Trade Organisation. This book explores and critically appraises the existing legal framework governing EU-China investment relations, particularly EU ...