Issues of the Application of the Fair and Equitable Treatment Standard to Foreign Investments in International Law

1. Introduction 1.1 Background and Importance 1.2 Objectives of the Study 1.3 Research Methodology 2. Historical Development of FET Standard 2.1 Early Interpretations 2.2 Evolution Through Case Law 2.3 Treaties and Agreements 3. Legal Framework of FET 3.1 Definition in International Treaties 3.2 Role in Bilateral Treaties 3.3 Impact on National Legislation 4. Interpretation Challenges 4.1 Ambiguities in Definition 4.2 Varying Judicial Interpretations 4.3 Precedents and their Influence 5. FET in Investment Disputes 5.1 Case Studies Overview 5.2 Investor vs. State Conflicts 5.3 Arbitration Outcomes 6. Criticisms of the FET Standard 6.1 Claims of Subjectivity 6.2 Allegations of Bias 6.3 Proposals for Reform 7. FET and Sustainable Development 7.1 Balancing Interests 7.2 Integrating Environmental Concerns 7.3 Future Implications 8. Conclusion and Recommendations 8.1 Summary of Key Findings 8.2 Implications for Policy Makers 8.3 Future Research Directions