RPHS Law advised Swinto on Share Sale Transaction
RPHS Law has successfully advised Swinto on the sale of a majority of its shares to Virtus Invesco Partners L.LC. Swinto, a non-banking financial institution licensed by the Central Bank of Kosovo, is renowned for its innovative payment methods, and cutting-edge financial services. As a subsidiary of its Switzerland-based parent company, Swinto continues to enhance […]
The Law on Sustainable Investments Enters into Force
On September 6th, 2024, the Law No. 08/L-209 on Sustainable Investments (“LSI”) entered into force, hereby repealing the Law No. 04/L-220 on Foreign Investment and Law No. 05/L-079 on Strategic Investments in the Republic of Kosovo. The LSI defines a comprehensive framework that regulates the rights and obligations of the institutions, public authorities, and investors […]
The Law on Personal Income Tax is Amended
The Personal Income Tax system in the territory of Kosovo is regulated since 2015 through Law No. 05/L -028 on Personal Income Tax (“LTAP”). This law defines taxpayers, the object of taxation, taxable income and all other vital aspects for the personal income tax system. On August 23, 2024, Law No. 08/L-142 on Amending and […]
Legal Update: The new Law on Sports in Kosovo: Innovations and expectations
Authors: Metin Qestaj and Art Sylaj Kosovo takes an important step forward in the regulation of sports with the adoption of the current Law on Sports, which brings important changes that will transform the sports landscape in the country. This law, drafted to address the current challenges and demands of sport in Kosovo, aims to […]
LEGAL UPDATE: THE LAW ON THE PROMOTION OF THE USE OF RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES IN KOSOVO IS APPROVED
On May 2, 2024, the new Law on the Promotion of the Use of Renewable Energy Sources was published in the Official Gazette of Kosovo, partially abolishing Law No. 05/L-081 on Energy, and establishing a common framework aiming to increase the security of energy supply and improve environmental protection. Aligned with the legal framework of […]
LEGAL UPDATE: NEW LAW ON COPYRIGHT AND RELATED RIGHTS IN KOSOVO
On October 27, 2023, the new Law on Copyright and Related Rights came into effect in Kosovo, superseding the previous Law No. 04/L-065 on Copyright and Related Rights. Aligned with the legal framework of the European Union Acquis on copyright and related rights, this legislation signifies a comprehensive evolution in the jurisdiction’s intellectual property landscape. […]
The new Law on Sustainable Investments has been approved in Kosovo but is pending constitutional review at the Constitutional Court
The Kosovo Assembly approved the new Law on Sustainable Investment on October 19, 2023. The purpose of this law is to establish a comprehensive legal framework on protection, promotion and encouragement of sustainable investments in Kosovo. Upon entry into force of the Law on Sustainable Investment, the existing Law No. 04/L-220 on Foreign Investment and […]
RPHS Law Advises Shkolla Finlandeze, as a Seller, in the acquisition of Crossplag by Inspera
RPHS Law has advised Shkolla Finlandeze, as a Seller, on the acquisition of 100% of the stake in Crossplag by Inspera from Norway. Crossplag is a plagiarism detection and AI content detection company specializing in advanced technology solutions for academic integrity. Based in Kosovo, Crossplag was founded by a team of experts in the field […]
RPHS Law advised Puratos NV on its joint partnership with Korabi Corporation
RPHS Law advised Puratos NV on its joint partnership with Korabi Corporation RPHS Law has advised Puratos NV on its joint partnership with Korabi Corporation in Kosovo. This partnership aims to increase Puratos’s presence in the Kosovo market and the region. Puratos NV is a global leading manufacturer of ingredients for bakery, patisseries, and chocolate, […]
KOSOVA’S GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES FIRST AUCTION FOR SOLAR ENERGY PARK
Photo credit: Ministry of Economy of the Republic of Kosova The Kosova Government, in its commitment to increasing the potential of renewable energy resources, has recently published the first auction for a solar energy project in Kosova. The purpose of this auction is to invite bids from potential investors who are interested in constructing and […]