International Investment Law
/ˌɪntərˈnæʃənəl ɪnˈvɛstmənt lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) The body of legal rules, treaties, and customs governing foreign direct investment and protection of investors across national borders.
International investment law regulates disputes between multinational companies and host states.
Forms
- international investment law
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Commentary
Focuses on investor protections and dispute resolution mechanisms; precision in treaty interpretation is critical due to cross-jurisdictional complexities.
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