Switzerland follows EU in blocking Russian ISDS claims

Switzerland Adopts Measures Against Russian ISDS Claims

Switzerland has followed the European Union by implementing measures to counteract “illegitimate” investment treaty claims made by Russian parties related to sanctions. This follows their recent decision to deny Russian investors protections under the Energy Charter Treaty.

Switzerland announced it would deny Russian investors the protections of the Energy Charter Treaty.

This move aligns Switzerland with the EU's stance on restricting investment protections in response to geopolitical tensions and sanctions.

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Author's summary: Switzerland has joined the EU in restricting Russian investment treaty claims, reflecting growing regulatory coordination amid sanction-related disputes.

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