Hungary's recent overhaul of its immigration law, effective from January 1, 2024, signals a significant shift in policies affecting third-country nationals (TCNs) seeking residence permits. This comprehensive law introduces more stringent conditions while expanding the variety of permit types,
Cross-border mergers and acquisitions (M&A) within the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) are increasingly complex due to evolving regulatory landscapes. With more than 130 active merger control regimes globally, along with Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) screening mechanisms and the
Navigating the labyrinth of global regulations is a daunting task for chemical companies, as the sector is governed by a plethora of rules designed to protect human health and the environment, making compliance a strategic necessity. Chemical companies are dealing with a complex and dynamic
The growing concern over China’s economic practices has prompted Western nations, particularly the United States, to explore strategies to counteract Beijing’s predatory trade tactics. The idea of an economic coalition, akin to NATO, has surfaced as a potential means to confront these issues.
In an important move towards broadening civil rights, New York State has proposed an amendment to its constitution to expand protections against discrimination. The proposed changes, which aim to include specific references to abortion as well as gay and transgender rights, have spurred both
Vietnamese authorities have proposed innovative legislative frameworks focusing on data management and digital technology, heralding significant transformations for businesses. The draft Data Law and the draft Law on Digital Technology Industry (DTI Law) are central to these developments.
The landscape of U.S. trade policy is at a crossroads. As the world grapples with complex global challenges, there's an urgent need to rethink and redesign trade policies to foster collaboration, address pressing issues such as climate change, and promote equitable economic growth. The following
Making responsible product choices that consider environmental impacts across a product's life cycle—from raw material extraction to design, transportation, usage, and recycling—is essential for promoting sustainability. With no unified standard in Europe for what constitutes an eco-friendly
Environmental law represents an essential framework aimed at regulating human activities to protect natural ecosystems, conserve resources, and promote sustainable development. This body of laws comprises legal principles, statutes, regulations, and treaties with the overarching goals of addressing
For a rising senior at Virginia Commonwealth University, an internship with NORML, a preeminent organization dedicated to cannabis law reform, became a profound journey of advocacy and awareness. With a focus on political science and a concentration in international relations, this intern was
