International

FATF Report on Illicit Finance Risks of Stablecoins and Unhosted Wallets

The FATF has published a targeted report identifying illicit finance risks associated with stablecoins and unhosted wallets. The report aims to provide guidance to countries and the private sector on mitigating these risks in the virtual asset space.

FATF Attends UNODC-INTERPOL Global Fraud Summit

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) announced its participation in the UNODC-INTERPOL Global Fraud Summit. The summit focused on combating financial crime and illicit financial flows, bringing together international law enforcement and financial intelligence units.

WHO Guidance on Responsible AI in Mental Health

The WHO has released guidance based on expert recommendations for the responsible use of AI in mental health. The guidance emphasizes recognizing generative AI use as a public mental health concern, integrating mental health into AI impact assessments, and co-designing AI tools with experts and individuals with lived experience.

Overview of Saudi Arabian Legal System

This document provides an overview of the Saudi Arabian legal system, authored by Dr. Abdullah F. Ansary and published in July 2008. It details the historical context, authorities of the state, and the structure of the judicial branch, including various courts and reforms.

Corporate Veil Doctrine in Offshore Jurisdictions

This article explores the corporate veil doctrine and its implications in key offshore jurisdictions like BVI, Jersey, and Hong Kong. It provides a comparative analysis of legal principles, statutory provisions, and case law relevant to practitioners and researchers.

The Law in Zimbabwe

This article provides an overview of the law in Zimbabwe, authored by Otto Saki and Tatenda Chiware and published in February 2007. It details the historical context, sources of law, the constitution, the justice system, and the legal profession within Zimbabwe.

Research on Asian-Pacific Trading Systems: APEC, ASEAN, TPP, CPTPP, RCEP

This research article, updated in November/December 2025, provides an overview of trading systems in the Asian-Pacific region, including APEC, ASEAN, TPP, CPTPP, and RCEP. It details membership as of December 2024 and lists resources for further research on these economic alliances.

GlobaLex: Open-Access Legal Periodical for International Law Research

GlobaLex, an open-access electronic legal periodical focused on international, comparative, and foreign law research, was founded in 2005 by New York University School of Law. It publishes six issues annually, with authors regularly updating content to reflect legal changes and ensure historical preservation.

UN Human Rights Chief Urges Peace Amid Middle East Conflict

UN Human Rights Chief Volker Türk issued a statement on March 19, 2026, highlighting the severe impact of the ongoing Middle East conflict on civilians. He urged renewed diplomatic efforts to prevent further loss of life and destruction of vital infrastructure, particularly noting the risks associated with attacks on energy facilities.

Colombia: UN Report Calls for Urgent Action on Violence Against Human Rights Defenders

A UN Human Rights Office report highlights that human rights defenders in Colombia have faced unrelenting violence, with an average of nearly 100 killed annually between 2016 and 2025. The report calls for urgent government action to address policy and structural issues contributing to this violence, noting that despite some government measures, state institutions have largely failed to reverse the trends.