Russian companies move legal battles to Hong Kong 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) 

PAK YIU and ECHO WONG, Nikkei staff writers

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.

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