Define and Discuss the Doctrine of "Sovereign Immunity

question 50

Essay

Define and discuss the doctrine of "sovereign immunity." Discuss how the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act of 1976 has codified this area of law. Give examples of how the Act works.

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Definitions:

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