Geopolitical Issues in Downstream Commodities: Resource Nationalism and Force Majeure

Overview & Audience

We invite you to join us for a lunchtime discussion on the growing geopolitical and legal challenges facing the mining and commodities sector, with a focus on the downstream sector in Africa and Asia Pacific.

As governments tighten controls, companies are navigating a complex landscape of resource nationalism, export restrictions and domestic market obligations. Geopolitical tensions and supply chain disruptions continue to reshape trade flows and raise new contractual and force majeure risks – affecting shipping routes and commodity markets.

We are pleased to be joined by Peter Kasanda (Chair, Clyde & Co Africa Committee) and Leon Alexander (Global Head, Commodities Executive Committee), together with William Page (Special Counsel). They will share practical insights on the developments reshaping commodity markets across Africa, Asia Pacific and beyond.

Topics will include:

• Resource nationalism trends across Africa and their impact on miners, traders and investors
• Export restrictions, domestic market obligations and processing requirements
• Force majeure, frustration and supply chain disruption risks
• Shifting trade flows, shipping routes and Asia Pacific geopolitical exposure
• Practical steps to assess and manage geopolitical risk

We hope you can join us for what promises to be a timely and practical discussion.