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Do you know how to ensure your export licence application will be granted? Discover how the ECJU approaches export licencing and explore emerging trends.​

UK Strategic Export Licencing Criteria Military, dual-use, and other sensitive goods and technologies require a licence to leave the UK (Export Control Act 2002). This means manufacturers and distributors need to apply for an export licence…

When is a drone not a dual-use drone? The legal implications of turning a hobby into arms manufacturing.

The recent conflict in Ukraine is evidence that that drone technology is no longer a monopoly enjoyed by a few Western powers. UAV technology has matured significantly so that almost anyone with a 3D printer could…

Egypt Legal Profile

Egypt's legal system is constantly evolving and adapting to the changing political, economic, and social landscape of the country.

Venezuela Legal Profile

Discover the legal system of Venezuela, including its structure and hierarchy of laws. It also examines issues such as judicial independence, corruption, and adherence to international treaties and agreements.

Guyana Legal Profile

Guyana is a blend of British common law and Roman-Dutch code. The constitution is the supreme law and the Caribbean Court of Justice is its final court of appeal. Despite efforts to combat corruption with legislation…

Colombia Legal Profile

The Colombian legal system is one of civil law. The Colombian hierarchy of laws is typical of civil law jurisdictions. The Constitution is the supreme national law and its provisions apply over any incompatibility between the…

Tunisia Legal Profile

Learn about Tunisia's legal system, corruption laws, and anti-corruption efforts. Overall, Tunisia is making efforts to improve its judicial system and combat corruption in order to promote a fair and just society for all citizens.

South Sudan Legal Profile

Learn about the legal system of South Sudan, which is based on customary and statutory law. Understand the sources of legislation and the hierarchy of law in the country, as well as the role of the…

Somalia Legal Profile

The Somali legal system is mixed, consisting of civil, Sharia and customary law. The Provisional Constitution of the Federal Republic of Somalia defines the hierarchy of laws in Somalia and confirms the role of Islam in…