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Courts Of Limited Jurisdiction In A Post-Transition Cuba, Matias F. Travieso-Diaz, Armando A. Musa
Courts Of Limited Jurisdiction In A Post-Transition Cuba, Matias F. Travieso-Diaz, Armando A. Musa
Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law
Cuba's eventual transition to a free-market society will likely be accompanied by a flood of litigation in areas such as property rights, privatization of state-owned enterprises, and human rights violation claims. Courts of limited jurisdiction should be established to hear these specialized matters and alleviate the burden on regular courts. As the transition unfolds, there will also be a need to create specialized tribunals to handle disputes in areas such as taxation, bankrtupcy, and intellectual property. The creation of the various courts of limited jurisdiction will have to be supported by creative strategies for retraining existing judges, training new ones, …
Historic Preservation In Southeast Asia: The Role Of Public-Private Partnerships, Patrick Stough
Historic Preservation In Southeast Asia: The Role Of Public-Private Partnerships, Patrick Stough
Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law
The role of globalization in the rapid economic success of Southeast Asia is exemplified by the growing westernization of the region's cities. While globalization has its benefits, such as encouraging investment and global connectivity, it also threatens the cultural heritage of a given area by encouraging a sort of homogeneity that makes modern cities all look alike. In particular, the goal of economic development often stands at odds with the preservation of structures and properties that reflect the cultural heritage of the region. Furthermore, many of the countries of the region are under pressure to better protect property rights, another …