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Uruguay continues to consolidate its position as one of the most stable and reliable destinations in the region for foreign investment. Its well-known political and economic stability, combined with a tax system based on the source principle and a robust set of promotional regimes, positions the country as a strategic hub for companies across a

On 25 September 2025, the United States Federal Register published Notice 2025-18660, which implements several tariff-related elements foreseen in the Framework on an Agreement on Reciprocal, Fair and Balanced Trade (Framework Agreement between the United States and the European Union). This step formalizes the commitments undertaken by both parties and represents significant progress towards greater

The Council of the European Union has adopted a comprehensive 19th package of sanctions against the Russian Federation, in response to the intensification of the military aggression against Ukraine and the continued deliberate attacks on essential civilian infrastructure, such as energy, water and healthcare facilities, which have caused severe humanitarian suffering. This new package includes

In a world where innovation drives competitiveness, patents have become one of the most valuable intangible assets for any organization. Behind every product, technology, or improved process lie hours of research, talent, and investment. However, this effort often fails to translate into a real advantage if its legal protection is not properly managed. A poorly

The Government of Tanzania has approved new regulations limiting the conduct of certain economic activities exclusively to Tanzanian citizens. The measure, promoted by the Ministry of Industry and Trade, was formalized through the Trading Licences (Prohibition of Business Activities for Non-Citizens) Order, 2025, published in Government Notice No. 487 on July 28, 2025. This provision

After nearly a decade of negotiations, the European Union (EU) and Indonesia have concluded an ambitious trade agreement known as the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), alongside an Investment Protection Agreement (IPA). This pact marks a strategic step toward opening new markets and reshaping trade flows between Europe and Southeast Asia.   Main points of

On September 19, 2025, the President of the United States issued a Proclamation restricting the entry of certain nonimmigrant workers, aimed at addressing potential abusive practices in the use of the H-1B visa. This measure, formalized through a memorandum from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), introduces a significant change in the processing of

The rise of extreme summer temperatures in China has led to reinforced employer obligations regarding occupational risk prevention and high-temperature subsidies. National and local labor authorities now demand stricter compliance with regulations to protect workers’ health, particularly in sectors with direct exposure to heat. Legal framework The regulations are based on the Labor Law of

The trade treaty, which could come into force shortly, will eliminate most tariffs and give a strong boost to Spanish exports to Latin America. The Association Agreement between the European Union and Mercosur is entering its final stretch after 25 years of negotiations. The pact, which will integrate the EU commercially with Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay,