International

Yuji Iwasawa Appointed as New President of the International Court of Justice

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The Hague, Netherlands – The International Court of Justice recently selected Yuji Iwasawa, its judge from Japan, as the new president of the tribunal. This decision comes after the previous president, Nawaf Salam, stepped down in January to assume the role of Lebanon’s prime minister, as appointed by President Joseph Aoun. Iwasawa, who has been serving as a judge at the ICJ since June 2018, will fulfill the remaining term as president until February 5, 2027. His presidency marks a significant milestone as he follows in the footsteps of Hisashi Owada, another distinguished Japanese jurist, … Read more

Global Crackdown: New Cybercrime Laws Increase Risks for Journalists and Dissenters, Sparking International Concern

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Washington — As nations worldwide strengthen their legal frameworks to tackle cybercrimes, there are growing concerns that these laws, while intended to protect citizens, could be misused to suppress dissent and target critics. Recent legislative changes in countries like Pakistan, Myanmar, and Nigeria highlight a troubling trend towards the potential criminalization of journalism under the guise of combating online offenses. In Pakistan, an amendment to the Prevention of Electronic Crimes Act (PECA) in January has sparked significant opposition from journalists and civil liberties groups. The government asserts these amendments are necessary to curb online harassment … Read more

Pérez-Llorca Reports Record Revenues and Expands International Footprint in 2024, Highlighting Major Growth in Spain, Portugal, and Mexico

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Madrid, Spain — Pérez-Llorca, a prominent law firm based in Spain, has reported a global pro forma revenue exceeding €165 million for the year 2024. This marks a significant growth in their financial performance, with revenues from their Spanish operations alone surpassing €133.6 million, an 8% increase from the previous year. According to managing partner Pedro Pérez-Llorca, 2024 was a pivotal year characterized by strategic international expansions and substantial investments in both innovation and technology. “This growth not only consolidates our market position but also equips us to tackle the challenges of a rapidly evolving … Read more

U.S. Supreme Court Rejects Chinese Firm’s Appeal on International Application of Trade Secrets Act

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Washington, D.C. — The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday declined to hear an appeal by a Chinese firm over the application of the Defend Trade Secrets Act of 2016, sparking conversations and concerns about the global reach of U.S. law. The decision effectively lets stand lower court rulings that have weighed heavily on the territorial limitations of the statute, which is central to protecting U.S. businesses against international theft of trade secrets. The Defend Trade Secrets Act (DTSA) was enacted to provide a federal legal framework for the prevention of espionage and theft of commercial … Read more