Publisher's Synopsis
The books in "The Butler Commentaries" series follow a standard format with an English translation of the text of a particular law of the former Soviet Union and an article-by-article, point-by-point explication of the background and provisions of the law. Also included are translations of further enactments and, where appropriate, the relevant Edicts and Decrees.;This volume focuses on the law on legislation on investment activity. It includes translations of the three further enactments: the Decree of the USSR Supreme Soviet on the procedure for introducing the Fundamental Principles into effect; the Edict of the President of the USSR dated 26 October 1990 on foreign investments in the USSR; and the fundamental principles of legislation adopted on 5 July 1991.