An International Consultancy
Our International Trade practice provides analysis, advice, and problem-solving on a wide range of public procurement and international trade issues. Its blog, Perspectives on Trade, provides regular analysis and commentary on timely topics.
Government procurement required 40 years and substantial efforts to become part of the international trade regime, even though it comprises a significant part of the global economy. Typically, procurement represents 15% to 20% of global Gross Domestic Product. However, procurement is a politically sensitive activity.
The European Commission published Guidelines on its enforcement of the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) on January 9, 2026. They apply to foreign subsidies that distort the internal market in public procurement and mergers and acquisitions within the European Union (EU). The Guidelines clarified three key concepts: (i) how the Commission analyzes market distortions caused by subsidies from third countries; (ii) how it balances those distortions against..
Abandoned and forgotten A notebook? – In the box. Half eaten box of candy? – In the box. Expensive fountain pen. – In the box Umbrella, after umbrella, after umbrella. – In the box. The items abandoned at the end of an board. Participants anxious to catch their flights and perhaps a little forgetful about what they brought. All these items go in..
