LL.M. Arbitration and Dispute Resolution HKU Law’s Inaugural ASEAN Academic Fellow Lecture Resolving Disputes Regarding Business Involvement in Arbitrary Land Takings: Lessons from Cambodia Speaker: Dr. Sao SocheataDate: 31 October 2024Time: 1:00pm – 2:00pmVenue: Room 824, 8/F, Cheng Yu Tung Tower, Centennial Campus, HKUModerator: Prof. Shahla AliFor Registration, please click here. About the Speaker: Socheata … Read more
“A limited case for the closed material procedure: natural justice, open justice and the clear advantage variation“Edward LuiLegal StudiesPublished online: October 2024 Abstract: The closed material procedure (CMP) – ever since its introduction to English law – has been subjected to a very significant amount of academic criticism. But over time, the CMP has become … Read more
“The fatal shooting of a man with mental illness shows Hong Kong police need a better response to such crises“Daisy CheungHong Kong Free PressPublished online: October 2024 The recent incident in North Point involving the death of a man with mental disorder at the hands of police responding to an emergency at his home is … Read more
Nonprofit Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund (ASPSF) celebrated the winners of its 2024 Outstanding Partner Awards at The Lunch Break, a statewide fundraiser held at Little Rock’s City Center on Oct. 17. In total, The Lunch Break raised over $85,000 to help low-income single parents stay in school, graduate, and jumpstart professional careers with family-supporting … Read more
“General Public Policy Exceptions in International Investment Agreements (IIAs): Opportunities and Challenges in Times of Global Health Crisis“Yi Tang (PhD Candidate)Asian Journal of WTO & International Health Law and PolicyPublished online: Oct 2024 Abstract: This article delves into the efficacy of general public policy exceptions within International Investment Agreements (hereinafter “IIAs”) against the backdrop of the … Read more
HONG KONG LAW JOURNALVol. 54, Part 2 of 2024 Editor-in-Chief: Prof. Eric C Ip Publisher: Sweet & Maxwell TABLE OF CONTENTS Articles Never say Never: Equity’s Reach in the Modern AgeLord Briggs of Westbourne…291 Crime and Punishment – The Birth of Justice?Kemal Bokhary…309 All Roads Lead to Rome? Carving an Inclusive Path towards Global Regulation … Read more
“Crime and Punishment – The Birth of Justice?“Kemal BokharyHong Kong Law Journal, Vol. 54, Part 2 of 2024, pp.307 – 313 Abstract: Even more than they treasure justice, people abhor injustice. There is substance in the proposition that crime and punishment is the birthplace of judicial justice, for historically leaders paid more attention to suppressing offences … Read more
“Error of Law in Hong Kong Administrative Law: A Doctrinal Reappraisal“Edward LuiHong Kong Law Journal, Vol. 54, Part 2 of 2024, pp.427 – 450 Abstract: English administrative law has once distinguished between jurisdictional and non-jurisdictional errors of law; establishing an error of law simpliciter was insufficient for an applicant. It is now trite that English administrative law … Read more
Get Ready, Get Set, BID! The Funds for Futures Online Auction is officially open, benefiting Arkansas Single Parent Scholarship Fund. From Oct. 10- 27, you can bid on an amazing variety of items while making a real difference in the lives of single parents across Arkansas. By participating in the auction, you’re not only getting … Read more
“China Evergrande: Liquidation of a Chinese Company Listed in Hong Kong“Angus Young and Eurus YiuInternational Corporate Rescue (Vol 21 (2024) – Issue 5) Synopsis: A legal action to wind up China Evergrande was triggered in Hong Kong where it is listed. This created several legal challenges because it tests the enforcement of Hong Kong court order in … Read more