Regulatory Weaponization : Asset Freezes and Ex Parte Orders in Banking

The banking sector operates under a layered regulatory framework designed to provide stability and prevent malfeasance. However, recent years have witnessed an increase in the utilization of these regulations in more contentious ways. Specifically, the use of asset freezes and ex parte orders has become a point of debate, raising concerns about due

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Abused Supervisory Action in Financial Institutions

The increasing trend of what some describe as “weaponized oversight enforcement” within the banking has sparked widespread discussion. It entails the risk for authorities to leverage their power not just for ensuring conformance with current regulations, but also to pursue policy aims. This can manifest as disproportionately stringent penalties

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The Bastion of Autonomy: Diplomatic Immunity in a Globalized World

In an era characterized by symbiosis, the concept of diplomatic immunity remains pertinent as a cornerstone of international relations. This legal framework grants emissaries accredited by foreign states certain exemptions within the territory of their host nation. These safeguards are vital to facilitate diplomatic exchange, ensuring frictionless

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