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New 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules

The International Chamber of Commerce has approved a revised version of its Rules of Arbitration, set to take effect on 1 June 2026, introducing significant procedural changes designed to enhance efficiency and responsiveness to global user needs. Key modifications include a new highly expedited procedure enabling final awards within three months, removal of mandatory Terms of Reference, and increased flexibility in time limits for arbitral awards.

Switzerland Litigation

Aceris Law

Switzerland–USA: Why A Trade Deal Must Go Far Beyond Tariff Caps (Video)

The ongoing trade negotiations between Switzerland and the United States have dominated headlines — but the public debate remains stuck on a single number...

Switzerland International

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LINDEMANNLAW

Global Chaos And Global Trade – The New World Disorder And The Ensuing Economic Carnage

Well, here we are once again, with the U.S. shaking global trade up via the now recalled tariffs that were to be used as pressure on EU countries until Greenland was handed over.

Worldwide International

GGI Global Alliance

After Two Decades Of Failing To Come To An Agreement "The Mother Of All Deals" Is Done – Kudos To India And The EU

This FTA stands as one of the most consequential global trade realignments in years, driven in part by U.S. tariff pressure and a shift in strategy toward persifying one's supply chains.

Worldwide International

GGI Global Alliance

USMCA: Negotiation Preparations

Worldwide International

GGI Global Alliance

Das auf internationale Gerichtsstandsvereinbarungen anwendbare Recht

Switzerland International

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Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd

Five × Five: Five Questions And Five Legal Remedies Against Reciprocal Tariffs

Switzerland International

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LINDEMANNLAW

La Suisse, dernier paradis du marché de l'art?

Switzerland International

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Borel & Barbey

Rare Earth Minerals, And China's Global Dominance

Worldwide International

GGI Global Alliance

As The U.S. Pushes For More Protectionism, Global Trade Turns To Another Obvious Option- China

Worldwide International

GGI Global Alliance

Trade, Tariffs And Tantrums – America And Europe In The World Order After Trump 2.0

Switzerland International

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LINDEMANNLAW

Switzerland Is Getting Ready For The New EU Regulations On The Import Of Cultural Goods

Switzerland International

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Borel & Barbey

Interview With Dr. Iur. Alexander Lindemann: What The U.S. Appeals Court Ruling On Trump's Tariffs Means For Switzerland

Worldwide International

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LINDEMANNLAW

Thoughts On The Contractual Impact Of Tariffs Under Swiss Law

Switzerland International

PL

Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law

Swiss Voters Approve Federal Act Introducing Individual Taxation: What Does This Mean In Practice?

Switzerland Tax

PL

Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law

Swiss Federal Supreme Court Holds Swiss Russia Sanctions Are Overriding Mandatory Law And Can Bar Enforcement Of Arbitral Awards

Switzerland International

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Lenz & Staehelin

New Rules For Swiss Banks Serving EU Customers

Switzerland Finance

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Loyens & Loeff

Swiss Lump-sum Taxation: Which Canton?

Switzerland Tax

SKANDAMIS AVOCATS

New 2026 ICC Arbitration Rules

Switzerland Litigation

Aceris Law

Short-time Work In Response To The New US-Tariffs

On August 7, 2025, U.S. import duties of at least 39% on Swiss products took effect. Some companies have already applied for short-time work. Our article explains KAE requirements and implementation.

Switzerland Employment

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MME

WTO Multi-Party Interim Appeal Arbitration (MPIA): Shrinking The Void?

The World Trade Organization ("WTO") has long served as the cornerstone of the multilateral trading system, providing not only a framework for negotiating trade agreements...

Worldwide Litigation

Aceris Law

Global Supply Chains, Tariffs And The Role Of International Arbitration

The use of international arbitration for tariff-related disputes is becoming increasingly relevant as the Trump administration's tariffs disrupt global supply chains...

Switzerland International

Aceris Law

Switzerland Aligns With The European Union's 16th Sanctions Package: Implications And Action Points For Companies

On 15 May 2025, the Swiss Federal Council adopted comprehensive amendments to the Ordinance on Measures in Connection with the Situation in Ukraine...

European Union International

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Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law

Tariff Turbulence: Possible Contractual And Statutory Relief In Challenging Times

Switzerland International

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Schellenberg Wittmer Ltd

Which Foreign Investors Could Sue Trump's United States In Arbitration?

Switzerland Litigation

Aceris Law

The United Nations Convention On Contracts For The International Sale Of Goods (CISG)

Switzerland International

Aceris Law

The Bilateral III Agreement: Redefining EU-Switzerland Relations And Addressing State Aid Challenges

Worldwide International

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LINDEMANNLAW

Am 1. Januar 2025 Tritt Das Haager Gerichtsstandsübereinkommen In Der Schweiz In Kraft – Wird Nun Alles Anders?

Switzerland Litigation

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MME

Bank Guarantee: Pay First, Then Litigate – Except For Russian Connections

Switzerland International

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MME

On January 1, 2025, The Hague Convention On Choice Of Court Agreements Will Come Into Force In Switzerland – Will Everything Change Now?

Switzerland International

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MME

Swiss Sanctions Against Russia – Partial Implementation Of The EU 14th Sanctions Package

European Union International

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Lenz & Staehelin

CBAM - Imports From Switzerland To The EU Only With CBAM Certificates?

Switzerland International

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MME

Switzerland Has Adopted The European Union's 13th Sanctions Package – Implications And Action Points For Companies

European Union International

PL

Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law

On January 1, 2025, The Hague Convention On Choice Of Court Agreements Will Come Into Force In Switzerland – Will Everything Change Now?

Switzerland is on the brink of an important development in international trade law that will significantly enhance its position as a global hub for legal services.

Switzerland International

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MME

Swiss Sanctions Against Russia – Partial Implementation Of The EU 14th Sanctions Package

On 21 August 2024, the Swiss Federal Council adopted a new set of sanctions against Russia, further aligning the Swiss sanctions with the European Union's 14th sanctions package.

European Union International

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Lenz & Staehelin

CBAM - Imports From Switzerland To The EU Only With CBAM Certificates?

Anyone importing emissions-intensive goods into the EU will have to purchase CBAM certificates in future to compensate for the difference between the cost of CO₂ emissions...

Switzerland International

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MME

Switzerland Has Adopted The European Union's 13th Sanctions Package – Implications And Action Points For Companies

In response to Russia's ongoing aggression against Ukraine, Switzerland has adopted the EU's 13th sanctions package.

European Union International

PL

Pestalozzi Attorneys at Law

360° International Sanctions Compliance – The Best Practice | Plenary Session At Caspian Week Forum

Switzerland International

LL

LINDEMANNLAW

Preferential Customs Tariffs And Supplier Declarations

Switzerland has concluded free trade agreements with various states, simplifying access to international markets.

Switzerland International

PA

PrimeTax AG

AEO – Authorised Economic Operator

The security of international goods and service supply chains, as well as the associated statutory requirements for cross-border freight traffic, is an ongoing point of discussion

Switzerland International

PA

PrimeTax AG

In The Pipeline: Zurich International Commercial Court

Various European countries have created in the last 24 months special state courts for international commercial court disputes which can handle cases in English.

Switzerland International

RA

Rihm Attorneys

VAT‘s Important - Do I Know My Supply Chains?

Globalisation is on everyone's lips. The fact that globalisation can also have great impact in the area of indirect taxation in connection with the entry of goods is not always on the radars of internationally active companies, ...

Switzerland Tax

PA

PrimeTax AG

VAT‘s Important Foreign Or Domestic Place Of Supply – Pros And Cons?

Switzerland Tax

PA

PrimeTax AG

VAT's Important - Caution Advised For Cross-Border Deliveries

Switzerland Tax

PA

PrimeTax AG

Major Re-Interpretation Of Swiss Competition Law: Price-Fixing, Quantity-Limiting And Market-Allocating Agreements Are Per Se Illegal Regardless Of Effect And May Lead To Direct Sanctions

European Union International

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Niederer Kraft Frey AG

Swiss Federal Prosecutors' Office Wants To Speed Up International Tax Assistance Procedures

Switzerland International

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Rihm Attorneys

Swiss Federal Government Plans To Tighten Foreign Investors' Rights To Acquire Swiss Real Estate

Switzerland Real Estate

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Rihm Attorneys

Swiss Supreme Court Clarifies Illicit "Fishing Expeditions" In International Tax Assistance Procedures

Switzerland Tax

RA

Rihm Attorneys

The New "Swissness" Legislation

Switzerland International

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Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP

Spontaneous Exchange of Rulings – Practical Implications

Switzerland Tax

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Bär & Karrer

Brexit: Wieso Das Vereinigte Königreich Den Schweizer Ansatz Verfolgen Könnte

Switzerland Commercial

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Prager Dreifuss

Extraterritorial Application Of US And UK/EU Law - A Threat Also For Swiss Companies?

Switzerland International

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MME

UN Sanction List Weakened

Switzerland International

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MME

The Benefits Of A Swiss Holding Company

Switzerland Tax

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

The Swiss-American Succession

Switzerland Family

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Bär & Karrer

What Does The Jurisdiction Of Switzerland Offer To Companies And Individuals?

Switzerland Tax

DG

Dixcart Group Limited

Lifting Of Switzerland's Sanctions Regarding Iran's Nuclear Program

Worldwide International

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Bär & Karrer

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LINDEMANNLAW

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