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SEC re-proposes rules for resource extraction issuers under Dodd-Frank
On December 11, 2015, the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC") re-proposed rules requiring resource extraction issuers to disclose payments made to the U.S. federal government or foreign governments for the commercial development of oil, natural gas and minerals (the "proposed rules").
Is your business complying with the Canadian Extractive Sector Transparency Measures Act?
The purpose of this legislation is to implement Canada’s international commitments to fight corruption in the extractive industries.
Defending mineral tenure in Canada against foreign court orders
A mineral exploration company faced an unusual situation recently, when Ontario mining officials enforced foreign orders against mining claims for which the company had recorded its interest.
