Jim Davis and Lau Seng Kong Represent Two Differing Sides

question 13

Multiple Choice

Jim Davis and Lau Seng Kong represent two differing sides of a trade dispute involving the supply of aeronautics components to Taiwan.Their companies have had a long-standing business relationship and together have garnered significant industry laurels.In order for them to preserve this successful relationship,their best course of action would be to _____________.

• A) hire first-rate international trade attorneys and proceed to litigation
• B) engage in non-binding mediation
• C) dissolve their trade relationship
• D) contact the World Court for a judgment

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