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ICJ mostly rejects Ukraine claims of Russia discrimination, terrorism financing

JURIST

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) found Wednesday that Russia failed to investigate Ukrainian claims that Russians were financing terrorism in Ukraine, in violation of Russia’s obligations under Article 9 of the International Convention for the Suppression of the Financing of Terrorism (ICSFT).

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Malaysia’s former finance minister charged under anti-corruption act

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Malaysia’s former finance minister, Tun Abdul Daim bin Zainuddin, was charged Monday for failing to comply with the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission (MACC) order to declare his assets. Zainuddin served as finance minister from 1984 to 1991 and 1999 to 2001.

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Finance Layoffs Watch: Brevan Howard

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The post Finance Layoffs Watch: Brevan Howard appeared first on Above the Law. The hedge fund can lose 2% to 3% just as well without 10% of its traders.

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Kenya court lifts suspension on controversial Finance Act

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A Court of Appeal in Kenya lifted the suspension on the controversial Finance Act 2023 on Friday. The applicants in the appeal argued that the Finance Act’s suspension would disrupt crucial government operations and cause substantial financial losses, hindering executive duties.

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10 Zen Ways to Manage Cash Flows with Contract Intelligence

Cash flow management especially can be a top priority for finance, procurement, and other business leaders. When you have instant access to your contract data, making strategic decisions in tough times (and good times) becomes much easier.

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Former Scotland first minister Nicola Sturgeon arrested in relation to party finances

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Police Scotland announced on Sunday that former first minister Nicola Sturgeon was arrested in relation to party finances. It follows the arrest of her husband , Scottish National Party (SNP) Chief Executive Peter Murell, in relation to party finances under a sting codenamed Operation Branchform.

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France prosecutors charge former president Nicolas Sarkozy with corruption and illegal financing

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Sarkozy and his twelve co-defendants will stand trial on charges such as corruption and illegal financing in 2025. The former head of state denies this allegation, yet he will face court proceedings on charges of passive corruption, illicit campaign financing, unlawful conspiracy and embezzlement of Libyan state funds.

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