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Procedure As A Guarantee Of Democracy: The Legacy Of The Perestroika Parliament, Frances H. Foster
Procedure As A Guarantee Of Democracy: The Legacy Of The Perestroika Parliament, Frances H. Foster
Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law
In this Article, the author chronicles the rise and fall of the "perestroika parliament." While Gorbachev's reforms were ultimately unsuccessful in producing effective democratic representation, the author believes that the history of these reforms provides some valuable lessons for post-Soviet Russia. Specifically, Professor Foster concludes that current reformers in Russia should learn from the failed perestroika parliament that a democratic, "rule-of-law" state requires uniform lawmaking procedures with constitutional safeguards to guarantee their integrity.
Navigating The Minefields Of Russian Joint Venture Law And Tax Regulations: A Procedural Compass, Christopher Osakwe
Navigating The Minefields Of Russian Joint Venture Law And Tax Regulations: A Procedural Compass, Christopher Osakwe
Vanderbilt Journal of Transnational Law
In this Article, Professor Osakwe explores the precarious field of Russian joint venture law and tax regulation. The author gives detailed accounts of the major laws, discusses their evolution, and projects their future course. Additionally, the author notes the continuing influence of USSR law on current Russian joint venture practice. Throughout his analysis, the author provides specific and pragmatic advice for businesses and entrepreneurs considering joint ventures in Russia.