Abstract

Economic sanctions cast a shadow of uncertainty over international commercial transactions by disrupting predictability and potentially hindering the fulfillment of contractual obligations. This article examines how economic sanctions affect contractual performance, with a specific focus on the applicability of force majeure under Chinese law in addressing these obstacles caused by sanctions. Through an analysis of key judicial documents, cases, and interpretations of the Chinese Civil Code by Chinese courts, this article provides an assessment of different types of impediments ...