Testimony before the congressional hearing on "U.S.-Russia Economic Relationship: Implications of the Yukos Affair"
Article from: OGEL 4 (2007), in Russian Disputes
Introduction
The Yukos affair is a dark cloud hanging over the ability of American investors to invest in Russia with confidence. It is important to remember that Yukos is not alone - the protection of company and investor rights is a concern for other entities operating in Russia. All you have to do is read the papers to see stories about how the law is being selectively applied to foreign and domestic firms in Russia. I believe there must be a change of course in Russia with significant economic and political reforms, such that American investors can become confident that their ...