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Swiss Sanctions Against Russia – Further Alignment With The EU – Implementation Of The 20th Sanctions Package
Switzerland has adopted additional measures aligning with the EU's 20th sanctions package against Russia, introducing significant changes to export restrictions, LNG-related services, and crypto-asset transactions. The amendments, which entered force on August 20, 2026, include the removal of military equipment export restrictions to Ukraine and new protections for Swiss companies against Russian IP infringements and abusive court decisions.
Switzerland Government
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Lenz & Staehelin
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Security For Costs In Investment Arbitration
Security for costs has become an increasingly important procedural issue in investment arbitration. A respondent State may spend millions defending a treaty claim and, even after prevailing and obtaining a costs award, remain exposed to non-recovery where the claimant is insolvent or has few assets against which the award can be enforced. Security for costs is designed to mitigate that risk before a final costs award is rendered.
Switzerland Litigation
Aceris Law
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Anti-Money Laundering Obligations Of Lawyers And Notaries - New Rules And Impact On The Legal Profession
Andrea Ziswiler and Rocco Rigozzi provide an insightful overview of the upcoming amendments to the Swiss Anti-Money Laundering Act (AMLA) which will take effect later this year. The changes will bring lawyers and notaries under the scope of the Anti-Money Laundering Act for certain advisory activities. Discover the key compliance obligations and the exceptions that may apply, and its impact on the legal profession.
Switzerland Commercial
BK
Bär & Karrer
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