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Commentary on the Energy Charter Treaty

Commentary on the Energy Charter Treaty

Author: Rafael Leal-Arcas
Publisher: Edward Elgar Publishing
ISBN: 9781788117487
Published In: December 2018
Format: Hardback
Jurisdiction: U.K. ? Disclaimer:
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The Commentary on the Energy Charter Treaty (ECT) provides a unique, article-by-article, textual analysis of this important international agreement. The ECT provides a multilateral framework for cross-border co-operation in the energy sector based on the principles of open competitive markets and sustainable development.

By binding governments to commitments that guarantee open markets, non-discrimination, and access to foreign investment, the ECT aims to strengthen the global rule of law on energy issues and, in doing so, reduce the risks associated with energy-related investment and trade.

Expert contributors provide commentary and analysis on the five primary areas of the ECT: investment promotion and protection, trade, transit, environmental protection, and dispute settlement. The optional protocols are also addressed, including various issues such as energy efficiency and the environment.

Clearly and logically organized, this commentary is an invaluable reference tool for those wanting to better understand the intricacies of the Treaty and its binding commitments. The Commentary will be an essential resource for practitioners, academics, and policymakers across the field of energy law and policy.

INTRODUCTION

Rafael Leal Arcas

PREAMBLE

Antonio Morelli

Part I Definition and purpose

1. Definitions

Dylan Geraets and Leonie Reins

2. Purpose of the Treaty

Leonie Reins

Part II Commerce

3. International Markets

Pierre Serra

4. Non-Derogation from WTO Agreement

Pierre Serra

5. Trade-Related Investment Measures

Pierre Serra

6. Competition

Pierre Serra

7. Transit

Cătălin Gabriel Stănescu

8. Transfer of Technology

Beatriz Huarte Melgar

9. Access to Capital

Beatriz Huarte Melgar

Part III Investment Promotion and Protection

10. Promotion, Protection and Treatment of Investments

Diego Mejia-Lemos

11. Key Personnel

Diego Mejia-Lemos

12. Compensation for Losses

Diego Mejia-Lemos

13. Expropriation

Diego Mejia-Lemos

14. Transfers Related to Investments

Francesco Montanaro

15. Subrogation

Apurva Mudliar

16. Relation to Other Agreements

Francesco Montanaro

17. Non-Application of Part III in Certain Circumstances

Apurva Mudliar

Part IV Miscellaneous Provisions

18. Sovereignty over Energy Resources

Peter Vajda, Varvara Aleksic and Tina Hunter

19. Environmental Aspects

Peter Vajda, Varvara Aleksic and Tina Hunter

20. Transparency

Gloria Alvarez

21. Taxation

Gloria Alvarez

22. State and Privileged Enterprises

Costantino Grasso

and Tina Hunter

23. Observance by Sub-National Authorities

Costantino Grasso

24. Exceptions

Costantino Grasso and Gloria Alvarez

25. Economic Integration Agreements

Costantino Grasso and Gloria Alvarez

Part V Dispute Settlement

26. Settlement of Disputes between an Investor and a Contracting Party

Fernando Dias Simões

27. Settlement of Disputes between Contracting Parties

Crina Baltag

28. Non-Application of Article 27 to Certain Disputes

Crina Baltag

Part VI Transitional Provisions

29. Interim Provisions on Trade-Related Matters

Max Baumgart

30. Developments in International Trading Arrangements

Silke Goldberg, Naomi Lisney, and Anne Eckenroth

31. Energy-Related Equipment

Silke Goldberg, Naomi Lisney and Anne Eckenroth

32. Transitional Arrangements

Silke Goldberg, Naomi Lisney and Anne Eckenroth

Part VII Structure and Institutions

33. Energy Charter Protocols and Declarations

Silke Goldberg, Naomi Lisney and Anne Eckenroth

34. Energy Charter Conference

Cătălin Gabriel Stănescu

35. Secretariat

Cătălin Gabriel Stănescu

36.Voting

Cătălin Gabriel Stănescu

37. Funding Principles

Cătălin Gabriel Stănescu

Part VIII Final Provisions

38. Signature

Odysseas Repousis

39. Ratification, Acceptance or Approval

Odysseas Repousis

40. Application to Territories

Odysseas Repousis

41. Accession

Odysseas Repousis

42. Amendments

Antonio Morelli

43. Association Agreements

Antonio Morelli

44. Entry into Force

Antonio Morelli

45. Provisional Application

Antonio Morelli

46. Reservations

Antonio Morelli

47. Withdrawal

Antonio Morelli

48. Status of Annexes and Decisions

Leonardo Borlini and Marina Petri

49. Depositary

Leonardo Borlini and Marina Petri

50. Authentic Texts

Leonardo Borlini and Marina Petri

Index

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