HONG KONG -- Russian companies are turning to Hong Kong for dispute arbitration services as sanctions over the Ukraine war restrict their access to Western courts.
Neutral jurisdiction with common law system attracts sanctions-hit businesses
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Lawyers in Hong Kong say the city is increasingly popular with Russian companies seeking arbitration services. (Photo by Kenji Kawase)
HONG KONG -- Russian companies are turning to Hong Kong for dispute arbitration services as sanctions over the Ukraine war restrict their access to Western courts.