FDI Perspective No. 173: “Using investor-state dispute settlement to enforce investor obligations,” by Gabriel Bottini

IIAs generally establish obligations for host countries only. Foreign investors may claim for measures taken against a related local company, yet they are not liable for breaches of obligations by this company. This Perspective suggests that IIAs may be used to enforce obligations binding upon the local investment vehicle.

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