Legal & Regulatory
Federal Government of Nigeria loses USD 40 billion in 76 oil leases not yet in production
The Federal Government of Nigeria lost USD 40 billion in downstream infrastructure investments for 76 non-producing oil leases.
Finland saves welfare society with EUR 9 billion plan
Finland rolled out a EUR 9 billion plan enough to pay for welfare expenses of its aging population. The government of Finland agreed on a plan to ensure that it would have money to pay welfare costs for its fast-growing elderly population.
US and Swiss governments agree on step closer to removal of secrecy laws
The new agreement between US and Swiss governments would allow payment of fines or deferment of prosecution from tax evasion committed by US clients.
TH Lee Partners LP obtains dismissal of conspiracy charges filed against them
TH Lee Partners LP is discharged as a defendant in the case of an 'overarching' conspiracy regarding buyouts and the collusion between private equity firms.