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ICSID case UNCT/13/2 (Annulment decision) (ICSID)

Why it matters

Spence International Investments and others v. Republic of Costa Rica owed to foreign investors. The tribunal's reasoning and any award of damages are set out in the original.

Summary

Spence International Investments and others v. Republic of Costa Rica

The detail

Parties: Spence International Investments and others v. Republic of Costa Rica

Case number: Case No. UNCT/13/2

Outcome: Annulment decision in case UNCT/13/2. See the original for the disposition and any quantum.

Applicable law: UNCITRAL Arbitration Rules; the applicable trade agreement; ICSID-administered.

Issues in play: A foreign investor's treaty protections against a sovereign state's right to regulate.

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