In project finance, lenders rely primarily on the project’s cash flow for repayment, with the project’s assets and contracts serving as collateral (non-recourse or limited recourse). In contrast, corporate finance is backed by the entire balance sheet and creditworthiness of the 

Lawin and Partners (Law Firm) navigate the complex landscape of government approvals, including Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA), foreign investment approvals from the Department of Industry (DoI) or the Investment Board of Nepal (IBN), and foreign exchange clearances from Nepal Rastra Bank (NRB).

Political risk is mitigated through sovereign guarantees, Political Risk Insurance (PRI) from multilateral agencies and robust force majeure clauses in concession agreements that protect against changes in law or government interference.

Comprehensive legal due diligence is essential to identify risks related to land acquisition, environmental compliance, labor issues, and title validity. Lenders require this to ensure the project is "bankable" and that there are no hidden liabilities.

Yes, but it requires strict adherence to the Foreign Investment and Technology Transfer Act (FITTA) and NRB regulations. We assist international financiers in structuring deals to ensure the seamless repatriation of interest, principal, and dividends.

Lawin draft and negotiate dispute resolution clauses that typically favor international arbitration (e.g., NEPCA, SIAC, or ICC) to provide a neutral and expert forum for resolving complex technical and financial conflicts.