Protecting Your Foreign Investments from Legal Battles: Lessons from Rockhopper vs. Italy

The recent news about Rockhopper Exploration securing an insurance policy against the potential annulment of a $200 million arbitration award highlights the growing importance of mitigating risks in investor-state disputes. This case, involving Italy’s refusal to grant Rockhopper a concession for an oil project in the Adriatic, underscores broader lessons for businesses with foreign investments. […]