RIAA contributes to landmark report on climate change impact
RIAA Barker Gillette’s recent report on the impact of climate change on business decisions in the rice and cement industries reveals an urgent need for businesses to align with climate protection strategies. Led by Mazhar Bangash, the study highlights that while Pakistan’s legislative framework shows promise, there is a significant gap in effective implementation, emphasizing the critical need for more decisive action to foster sustainable development.
RIAA Barker Gillette PK Advises Leading Foreign Mining Company on Balochistan Acquisition
RIAA Barker Gillette, Pakistan's premier law firm, recently advised a major foreign mining company on its proposed acquisition of significant copper mining assets in the Chagai district of Balochistan, Pakistan.
Star Hydro Power Wins Landmark Tariff Dispute Arbitration
RIAA Barker Gillette client Star Hydro Power Limited (SHPL) secured a crucial victory in its tariff dispute arbitration with the National Transmission and Dispatch Company (NTDC). The arbitral award, issued under LCIA rules, confirmed the contractual tariff under the Power Purchase Agreement between SHPL and NTDC.
Lahore High Court recognises international arbitration award
In a significant victory for Cargill International Trading Pte. Ltd., the Lahore High Court has upheld a foreign arbitral award in their favor, rejecting arguments by the award debtor, BBJ Steel Limited, that the signatory lacked authority to execute the underlying sales contract. The RIAA Barker Gillette team, led by partner Mayhar Kazi, successfully argued in favour of recognition and enforcement of the award.
RIAA Barker Gillette successfully represented clients in settling a complex, high-value reinsurance dispute in Pakistan's oil and gas sector, navigating novel legal issues.
Labour Laws in Pakistan are very broad and contains several ordinances, acts, rules and regulations and other statutes relating to industrial, commercial and labour establishments.
