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International disputes make fierce contests

By: Series: Construction News ; (6801) 30 January 2003, 24(1)Publication details: 2003Subject(s): Summary: Highlights the key issues surrounding international disputes. It is important to agree a neutral forum and in commercial contracts with state bodies there must be a waiver of sovereign immunity. Discusses the recent case of "Sabah Shipping v Islamic Republic of Pakistan" [CA 2002] that shows the power of the English courts to enforce agreed dispute resolution provisions. View judgment at www.courtservice.gov.uk.

Highlights the key issues surrounding international disputes. It is important to agree a neutral forum and in commercial contracts with state bodies there must be a waiver of sovereign immunity. Discusses the recent case of "Sabah Shipping v Islamic Republic of Pakistan" [CA 2002] that shows the power of the English courts to enforce agreed dispute resolution provisions. View judgment at www.courtservice.gov.uk.