Sebastián Mantilla Blanco Bücher

The book offers an in-depth analysis of the 'full protection and security' (FPS) standard in international investment law, tracing its origins from the Germany-Pakistan BIT of 1959 to its prevalence in contemporary investment agreements. It explores the diverse contexts of FPS claims, including responses to terrorist attacks and concession contract measures, highlighting the underexplored nature of this standard compared to other obligations in the field.

This book analyzes national security exceptions in international trade and investment agreements, highlighting their relevance in recent US and Russian trade measures. It traces the evolution of these exceptions from GATT 1947 to modern treaties and reviews adjudicatory practices related to national security clauses across various legal bodies.