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Partner Omer Soomro appointed as Minister

Distinguished partner and head of RIAA Barker Gillette's dispute resolution practice in Karachi, Omer Soomro, has been appointed Minister for Law, Religious Affairs and Human Rights in the Sindh caretaker Provincial Cabinet.

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Endeavor Global expands into Pakistan

RIAA Barker Gillette played a key role in Endeavor Global's expansion into Pakistan by establishing Endeavor Pakistan. This marks Endeavor's 40th office worldwide.

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Restraining injunction secured for SAPT

RIAA Barker Gillette recently secured an important injunction restraining the Karachi Port Trust from drawing down on our client South Asia Pakistan Terminals' $2 million guarantee. This was a significant win in an ongoing dispute related to construction of a deep-water container terminal. Courts rarely restrict parties from taking demand guarantees, so obtaining the injunction was important development. Our team continues working to resolve the underlying issues.

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Review to shape sustainable shipping in Pakistan

RIAA Barker Gillette is conducting a comprehensive review of green shipping practices in Pakistan. The study, mandated by PREIA and USAID, will analyze laws and develop recommendations to reduce environmental impact. By engaging stakeholders, the review seeks to build consensus on sustainable shipping. The findings will provide a roadmap to align the industry with environmental goals.

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SECMC wins key litigation protecting Thar Coal project

The Sindh High Court recently dismissed a petition challenging the legality of a groundwater reservoir for Thar coal mining. RIAA Barker Gillette successfully represented SECMC, protecting a key CPEC energy project.

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Working capital financing for Punjab Thermal Power

Punjab Thermal Power (Private) Limited, which is wholly owned by the Government of Punjab

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Expert witness in the Cayman Islands K-Electric dispute

Our Managing Partner Bilal Shaukat served as an expert witness on Pakistan law in the Cayman Islands Court for a case related to K-Electric, providing written opinion and testimony.

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Alternative Energy & Power

Pakistan Chapter of Chambers & Partners Global Practice Guide

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Doing Business In… 2023

This guide summarizes Pakistan's legal and regulatory framework for foreign companies and investors. It covers topics like corporate structures, taxation, IP rights, employment terms, and recent reforms easing approvals and investment incentives.

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Pakistan Chapter of the Chambers Corporate M&A Guide 2023

RIAA Barker Gillette authored the Pakistan Chapter from the recently published Chambers Corporate M&A Guide 2023, which comprehensively examines the country's mergers and acquisitions legal framework, providing key insights for legal and finance professionals engaged in Pakistan's complex M&A landscape. The chapter covers key regulations, processes, due diligence practices, takeover laws, duties of directors, litigation trends and shareholder activism applicable to domestic and cross-border M&A transactions involving Pakistani companies.

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Chambers Practice Guide on Pakistan TMT Laws

RIAA Barker Gillette authored the Pakistan Chapter of the Chambers Practice Guide on the law and regulation applicable to technology, media and telecommunications (TMT). It covers key topics including regulation of the digital economy, cloud computing, broadcast media, telecom systems, electronic signatures and digital identity.

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Public Private Partnerships in Pakistan 2023

RIAA Barker Gillette authored the Pakistan Chapter of the Lexology "Get the Deal Through" Guide on Public-Private Partnerships 2023, which provides an overview of the legal framework and practical considerations applicable to public-private partnerships in Pakistan (PPPs).

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