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US-Ukraine Minerals Deal: Unlocking Ukraine's Mineral Potential

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On 30 April 2025, the Governments of Ukraine and the United States of America signed an Agreement on the Establishment of a United States-Ukraine Reconstruction Investment Fund (the "Agreement"). The official final draft of...more

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Stargate looks to future European digital infrastructure investments

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As recently reported by the Financial Times, the Stargate project is considering future investments into digital infrastructure in Europe, with consideration being given to data centre projects in each of the UK, France and...more

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Energy Buzz: The Nuclear Option – African states phase nuclear power into their energy strategies

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With demand for reliable energy sources on the increase, more than 20 African states have signalled interest in developing nuclear power programmes. Nuclear power presents itself as an attractive, carbon-free alternative to...more

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Energy Cooperation Connects Israel with Islamic Nation

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During a week when starved Israeli hostages, resembling Holocaust survivors, were finally returned by Hamas in a macabre ceremony, few people focused on a story involving natural gas. However, in the long term, this could...more

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A Proposal for Arbitrating Disputes Arising from Nuclear Damage

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Many States are increasingly turning to nuclear energy as a power source. There are plenty of good reasons why: the promise of low greenhouse gas emissions; reliable energy supply; and long-term fuel availability. 2024 saw...more

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OFAC Issues Syria General License and FAQs Easing Sanctions

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The US Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued Syria General License 24 (GL 24) authorizing certain transactions with the new Syrian government and easing some transactions related to energy and personal remittances....more

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AFIDA Penalties Are Coming: Costs for Renewable Development May Be More Than You Think

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When evaluating the all-in costs of a renewable development project, it is critical that costs associated with Agricultural Foreign Investment Disclosure Act (AFIDA) enforcement and compliance are considered. Since its...more

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[Event] Protecting the International Project from Catastrophe - November 12th, Houston, TX

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Avoiding Risk and Responding to It - You are cordially invited to a panel discussion with industry leaders from the energy sector, hosted by BakerHostetler's Energy, International Trade and International Arbitration and...more

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Secondary market activity in Australia’s offshore wind sector

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It has been a productive year for the Australian Government through its award of multiple feasibility licences under the Offshore Electricity Infrastructure Act 2021 (Cth) and its associated regulatory framework (OEI...more

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2024 Mexican Constitutional Reform Bill: Proposed Changes for Foreign Investors in the Electricity Sector

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On February 5, 2024, President López Obrador sent the Reform Initiative to the Chamber of Deputies. This, in turn, was submitted to the United Commission of Constitutional and Energy Matters for review....more

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Agricultural Land and Foreign Investment

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Developers of renewable energy projects, many of which are built on agricultural land, should understand local laws and restrictions on foreign ownership and investment in these parcels. Roughly half of US States have...more

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What Has Been the Impact of UAE Energy Regulatory Reforms on Global Investments?

The impact of UAE energy regulatory reforms on global investments has been significant and multifaceted. The UAE's implementation of Federal Decree-Law No. 17/2022, regulating the connection of distributed renewable energy...more

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Colombia update – Investors face policy shifts in Colombian Energy Sector

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Investors in the Colombian energy sector are facing evolving challenges, as regulatory actions are being implemented by the Colombian government. Regulatory actions taken by the Colombian government since late 2022 in the...more

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A future for offshore wind in Vietnam?

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Vietnam’s Power Development Plan VIII ("PDP8") has set an ambitious target of 6GW of offshore wind ("OSW") by 2030. Unlike Vietnam’s previous power development plans that provided a list of projects within scope, PDP8 only...more

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[Webinar] Foreign Sponsors Breaking into the US Renewables Market: Challenges and Solutions - May 3rd, 12:30 pm ET

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Join us for the Navigating the New Energy Landscape Webinar Series as we discuss foreign sponsors seeking to break into the US renewables market....more

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Preparing for the U.S.-African Leaders Summit in December

From Dec. 13–15, President Biden will host heads of state and leaders from across the African continent for the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit in Washington, D.C. The summit, which was formally announced by President Biden in...more

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A Snapshot of Renewable Energy Regulation in Azerbaijan

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Azerbaijan, a historic exporter of oil and gas, is now on a path toward developing its renewable energy resources. With incentivizing regulations in place and a high potential for renewables, Azerbaijan appears to be focused...more

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Energy & Infrastructure Insight—Winter 2021—Issue 5

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We are delighted to bring you the fifth edition of our Energy & Infrastructure Insight, providing expert information and analysis of the current issues facing the energy and infrastructure sectors across the globe. ...more

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Country and sustainability risk mitigation: a briefing for energy and mining investors

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The transition of the global economy to align with the Paris Agreement aims and the UN Sustainable Development Goals is presenting many opportunities for energy and mining investors. However, it is occurring alongside a...more

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Mexico Targets Foreign Investors in Oil and Gas Sector with Changes to Hydrocarbon Law

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Mexico President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador approved for publication on May 4 changes to Mexico’s Hydrocarbon Law (the Hydrocarbons Reform), which is aimed to impair investors in the sector. Following publication in the...more

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No, Mexico is Not Turning Into Venezuela

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Following the Mexican government’s latest initiative of the Mexican government to amend the Hydrocarbons Law, the concerns about Mexico following in Venezuela’s footsteps to undo the energy reform (like Venezuela destroyed...more

Morgan Lewis

Mexico Targets Foreign Investors in Oil and Gas Sector with Proposed Changes to Hydrocarbon Law

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Mexico’s President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador introduced a legislative initiative on March 26 to reform Mexico’s Hydrocarbon Law (the Hydrocarbons Reform) that is aimed to impair investors in the sector. While the...more

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Reform to Mexican Electricity Law to Come into Effect

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On March 2, 2021, and after a short-lived debate, the Mexican Federal Senate approved a bill that will modify Mexico’s Electricity Industry Law, effectively reversing rights granted to private investors in that sector (the...more

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Financial Services Under the Biden Administration: Part II

Pillsbury partner and Public Policy group leader Elizabeth Vella Moeller recently sat down with Matthew McGuire, former Executive Director of the World Bank under President Obama, to discuss the Biden administration’s...more

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Hydrogen Rising: Incentives and Tax Issues Impacting the Australian Hydrogen Sector

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Clive Cachia and Betsy-Ann Howe discuss with host David Wochner government incentives programs for and tax considerations impacting foreign investment in the hydrogen industry Down Under....more

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