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Complying with Fiscal Rules in Latin America and the Caribbean: From Promises to Action

Inter-American Development Bank

The experience with the implementation of fiscal rules in Latin America and the Caribbean (LAC) shows that compliance with fiscal rules is far from perfect, and understanding the multiple factors that influence compliance is key to enhance the effectiveness of this instrument to promote the sustainability of public finances.

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The Global Minimum Tax is a Game Changer: Learn About the Main Tax Policy Trade-offs

Inter-American Development Bank

This has important implications for tax policies currently applied in countries, forcing governments to re-evaluate current tax rates and incentives to attract foreign investments. Influenced by legacy foreign direct investment policy practices, governments often prioritize lower taxes to stimulate economic growth and attract investment.

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A New Dawn: Sunrise of Caribbean Arbitration as ITA Launches Initiative to Support its Development

Kluwer Arbitration

The Task Force is part of the ITA’s Americas Initiative , which over the past two decades has played an important role in the development of arbitration in Latin America. Recognising the growing importance of other large parts of the Americas, the Americas Initiative has now expanded its focus to the Caribbean and Canada.

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2024 LCIA West-Africa Roadshow: The Role of Arbitration in the Energy Transition in Africa

Kluwer Arbitration

The discussion, initiated by Uka, highlighted the shift towards cleaner energy, the importance of upholding obligations under the Paris Agreement , and the crucial role of effective dispute resolution mechanisms in ensuring a smooth transition for Africa. She traced its evolution from wood and coal (e.g.,

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Navigating the Intersection of Sovereign Acts and Commercial Activities: Insights from Omega v. Panama

Kluwer Arbitration

Assessing Commercial Legitimacy The central question was whether Panama acted reasonably in a commercial capacity or engaged in illegitimate sovereign conduct. Panama’s decision to terminate a contract was influenced by the Claimants’ failure to provide the necessary operational expenses to support their change order requests.

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Interviews with Our Editors: In Conversation with Datuk Sundra Rajoo, Director of the Asian International Arbitration Centre (AIAC)

Kluwer Arbitration

It is now important for the Centre to show that it is independent and efficient with a commitment to promote ADR services in Asia and beyond. This is one of the most important features that will assist in the enforcement of the Islamic arbitration awards.

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Bringing Agility to the Modern Security Operations Center (E132)

FedInsider

Together they share tool management and versatility, the importance of standards in automation, and resources freely available to any agency. In this capacity, he is responsible for the technical engineering of proof of concept/proof of value solutions to demonstrate product capability for customers in their environment.