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Central Bank Clarifies Authorisation Process For Open-Ended Loan-Originating AIFs And Updates Its AIF Rulebook
The Central Bank of Ireland has issued important clarification on the authorisation pathway for open-ended loan-originating alternative investment funds (LO AIFs) structured as Qualifying Investor AIFs. This guidance addresses how Irish and EU-authorised AIFMs can navigate the regulatory framework established under AIFMD II, while also outlining the Central Bank's expectations regarding adherence to ESMA's regulatory technical standards for liquidity management and redemption policies.
Ireland Finance
AC
Arthur Cox
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UK Supreme Court Provides Streamlined Enforcement Option For International Creditors
The UK Supreme Court has ruled that creditors holding unrecognised foreign judgments from jurisdictions like Brazil, China, Russia, and the United States can now initiate bankruptcy proceedings in England without first obtaining UK court recognition. This landmark decision significantly expands enforcement options for international judgment creditors while creating new risks for debtors with assets in England and Wales, potentially extending to corporate winding-up petitions.
United Kingdom Litigation
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Dechert
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Horizon Scanner: Finance August 2026 - Thought Leadership
Article 21c of CRD VI introduces fundamental changes to how third-country banks can access EU markets, requiring licensed branches or authorized EU entities for core banking services from January 2027. This collection examines the practical implications for cross-border lending, aviation finance structures, and Irish limited partnerships, while exploring the European Commission's broader vision for banking sector competitiveness and FDI screening reforms.
Ireland Finance
AC
Arthur Cox
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