United States: International Law

Several tribunals and courts were established at various periods of America's history to resolve trade-related litigation, both at the trial and appellate levels, and even the Supreme Court has played a significant role in these disputes.

Explore the latest developments in international arbitration across global jurisdictions, from statutory reforms and institutional rule updates to landmark court decisions affecting enforcement, jurisdiction, and procedural fairness. This comprehensive analysis examines emerging trends in resource extraction disputes, AI integration in arbitration, and evolving frameworks for cross-border dispute resolution.

As reported in our March 5, 2026, blog item, the U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) is undertaking a factfinding investigation to examine Chinese state support...

Walmart has been in China for about 30 years, entering the market in 1996 when it opened its first Walmart hypermarket and Sam's Club in Shenzhen. There are now 342 retail stores, 279 Walmart Supercenters, and 63 Sam's Clubs in China, as of January 31, 2026. The road to success has been somewhat rough through the years as Walmart has had multiple recurring run-ins with the Chinese government.

Manufacturers and automotive suppliers face mounting pressures from volatile supply chains, rising costs, and geopolitical disruptions that challenge traditional fixed-price contracting models.

The U.S. government has fundamentally transformed Section 232 tariff calculations for steel, aluminum, and derivative products, abandoning the complex content-based methodology...

Organizations engaged in international trade must navigate complex customs recordkeeping requirements that are mandatory under U.S. Customs regulations.

Operating in the Democratic Republic of Congo presents unique challenges when evaluating business partners, as formal ownership structures often obscure the true sources of control and influence. Understanding who actually controls counterparties—and how they leverage relationships with government officials, security services, and state-owned enterprises—has become central to U.S. enforcement actions under the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and sanctions regimes.

Our Legislative & Public Policy team is pleased to provide the May 2026 edition of Capital Snapshot, which includes a monthly summary of the issues, events, and timelines driving federal policy and political decisions.