Worldwide: 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.

Another busy month in international trade news. Here’s the roundup:

The Strait of Hormuz has evolved from a shipping chokepoint into a direct threat to manufacturing operations worldwide. As vessels face mounting delays and unpredictable transit times, companies built on just-in-time precision are discovering that their contracts, insurance policies, and risk frameworks were never designed for this type of prolonged disruption.

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.

Brands eager to capitalize on potential tariff refunds should proceed cautiously, as not only will retail and wholesale customers have their hands out, but consumers will also be looking for their share.

US sanctions targeting Hizballah and its Lebanese allies mark an unprecedented escalation, including designations of mid-level military officers as Washington pushes for disarmament.