Fair and Equitable Treatment Clause and Standard of Review

Explore the Fair and Equitable Treatment clause in international investment law through this 16-minute lecture that examines case facts, legal issues, alleged and proven BIT (Bilateral Investment Treaty) violations, and tribunal decisions. Analyze the standard of review applied by arbitral tribunals when assessing whether host states have breached their obligations to provide fair and equitable treatment to foreign investors. Study specific case examples to understand how tribunals interpret and apply this fundamental protection standard, examining the legal reasoning behind tribunal decisions and the practical implications for both investors and host states in international investment disputes.