There have been a number of important developments in English construction law during the past two years, several of which relate to, or arose in the context of, building and fire safety. We examine their ramifications.

In recent years, escalation and price volatility have re-emerged in the global economy. The impact on large energy and infrastructure projects will be significant: Owners and contractors need to react and adapt. 

As the urgency to combat climate change escalates, the construction and engineering sectors are stepping up to the challenge.

Changes in the construction law and favorable government policy continue to spur Vietnam's construction industry.

With its strategic location and significant natural resources, Malaysia is an internationally recognized investment-friendly jurisdiction with a significant construction industry.

In recent years, the construction industry in India has emerged as an attractive destination for foreign investment. To support this heightened interest, the government of India has enacted an attractive foreign direct investment policy.

Australia is a highly advanced mixed economy, but investors – often drawn to the country's economic stability and resilience – should be aware of certain clauses that typically appear in construction contracts.

Where large projects exist, disputes will often arise. The Indian construction sector is no exception, but the lack of a standard form contract and the option of several forms of dispute resolution means that resolving disputes can be complex. 

In 2020, the UK courts heard two significant cases with an impact on the way construction contracts and subcontracts are drawn up and carried out, affecting employers, contractors and subcontractors to major projects.