Infrastructure

ICC Highlights Widespread Russian War Crimes in Ukraine: Targeted Attacks on Infrastructure and Devastating Environmental Impacts

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The Hague, Netherlands — International lawyers gathered at the 23rd session of the Assembly of States Parties to the International Criminal Court (ICC) recently discussed the severe impacts of Russia’s military actions on Ukraine’s civilian infrastructure. According to Global Rights Compliance, these accusations cover a range of destructive activities that have disrupted food supplies and led to substantial environmental damage since Russia’s invasion in 2022. The ICC has become centrally involved in addressing these allegations of war crimes and other violations amid the ongoing conflict. Notably, the ICC prosecutor initiated a probe to investigate the … Read more

Top UK Lawyer Jeremy Connick Joins Bowmans to Bolster African Projects, Eyes Major Infrastructure Growth in 2025

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Johannesburg, South Africa – Bowmans, a leading law firm with a pan-African presence, is set to enhance its Projects and Infrastructure Practice by appointing Jeremy Connick as a consultant from January 2025. Connick, a seasoned UK-based lawyer, brings over 35 years of experience working in Africa and is recognized for his extensive knowledge in energy, natural resources, and infrastructure transactions. The chairman and senior partner at Bowmans, Ezra Davids, expressed enthusiasm about Connick’s upcoming role, noting that his vast experience and expertise would significantly bolster the firm’s projects and infrastructure capabilities. Connick’s arrival coincides with … Read more

Opposition Demands More Scrutiny on New Cybersecurity Measures Impacting Major Banks and Critical Infrastructure

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In Canberra, Australia, a critical debate is unfolding as the opposition calls for a careful review of proposed cybersecurity legislation that could significantly impact major banks, telecom giant Telstra, and other essential infrastructure operators. The call for caution comes amid concerns that hasty enactment could lead to adverse repercussions, undermining the very systems it aims to protect. The proposed legal framework, introduced by the Labor party on Wednesday, is a trio of cybersecurity bills. Key among these is a new mandatory regime that requires reporting ransom payments and broadening government authority to intervene directly in … Read more

Nebraska Introduces New Security Measures to Safeguard Agriculture and Infrastructure from Foreign Threats

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LINCOLN, NE—On the anniversary of 9/11, Governor Jim Pillen stood alongside state senators at Husker Harvest Days in Grand Island to introduce a series of legislative measures geared towards bolstering Nebraska’s defenses against international threats. These laws, primarily focusing on land ownership, are designed to shore up state security and maintain the safety and integrity of both the economic and agricultural sectors that are vital to Nebraska. During this significant date, the governor impressively unveiled three specific bills. Collectively, these pieces of legislation aim to provide a robust response to potential foreign encroachments that could … Read more