The Austrian Government Has Opened a Tourist Information Center in New

question 9

Multiple Choice

The Austrian government has opened a tourist information center in New York City.If a dispute arises over the lease of the storefront,may the landlord sue the Austrian government in the United States courts?

• A)Yes, because the Austrian government was engaged in a commercial activity.
• B)No, because of the Foreign Sovereign Immunities Act which forbids U.S.courts from hearing any cases involving foreign governments.
• C)Yes, if the Austrian government signed a written waiver giving up its immunity.
• D)Yes, as the Austrian government is a signatory on the CISG.

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