The global maritime industry thrives on the intricate dance between shipowners and charterers. This vital partnership is governed by charterparties, contracts that define the terms for the use of a vessel. However, the complex nature of these agreements, coupled with the ever-changing dynamics of seafaring, can give rise to disputes. These disputes can be costly, time-consuming, and disrupt the... Read More
The United Nations Convention on Contracts for the International Sale of Goods (CISG) is considered one of the core international trade law conventions, universally desirable for adoption. Presently, 97 countries, including the USA (1988), Germany (1991), Denmark (1990), most EU countries, Japan (2009), Russia (1991), Australia, China (1988), Singapore, Brazil (2014), Bahrain (2014), Canada, Congo (2015), and Madagascar (2015), have... Read More
For 53 years, Bangladesh's trade has been navigated by the compass of a dated Customs Act. However, 2023 ushered in a paradigm shift with the enactment of the new Customs Act-2023, promising smoother sailing for businesses and a revitalized trade landscape. Let's delve into the legal depths of this transformative law, charting its course through transparency, accountability, and efficiency. Floating... Read More
Bangladesh has set an ambitious goal of generating more than 4,100 megawatts of electricity from renewable energy sources by 2030 as the county looks to cut greenhouse gas emissions significantly. Bangladesh's renewable energy sector is experiencing a surge, driven by both environmental concerns and the rising cost of traditional fossil fuels. Solar and wind power are leading the charge, with... Read More
Procedural violations or administrative actions taken without following due procedure, arbitrarily, unreasonably, or in violation of fundamental rights, etc, can be expeditiously resolved by judicially reviewing the same, popularly known as a filing writ petition, before the Hon’ble High Court, where there is no other efficacious alternative forum available. In 2023, the High Court Division, by a judgment and order... Read More
The sustainable development goals have pushed the International Maritime Organization to take measures to reduce pollution caused by ships. The idea behind this plan is to urge the ship-owners to improve carbon intensity by at least 40% by 2023 and cut the emissions by half by 2050. In July 2023, IMO Member States adopted the 2023 IMO Strategy on... Read More
Several tax benefits are provided under the Finance Act 2022, for the mobile manufacturers. Besides, the Companies with less than Tk. 100 crore turnover and so on, who are working towards deployment or commercialization of new products, process or service driven by innovation, development and technology or intellectual property are given start up status who will be taxed at... Read More
VAT, Tax and Customs related legal disputes are complex & often require specialized knowledge. There are different forums available for resolution of disputes. One of the big challenges involving taxation matters is that the laws & regulations are constantly changing. Under the Finance Act 2023 a new income tax at source on transferring of property is now payable. A new digital... Read More
The SAARC Arbitration Council (SARCO) has organized a Webinar titled: "Arbitration in Bangladesh: Navigating the Legal Landscape and key institutional developments" to be held on the 20th of June 2023, 3.00 - 3.30 pm (Bangladesh Time) to provide a holistic overview of the legal and institutional developments relating to Arbitration in Bangladesh. We are pleased to announce that our esteemed Head... Read More
Number of Complex construction disputes involving infrastructure projects are rising. Responsibility of the employer and the bidder and successful tenderer on conducting pre-bid feasibility study of the project site is often confusing as the tender document often do not clearly address the issue. If a major flaw is found at later stages on selection of site etc, both employer and... Read More
