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Paris Court Nullifies $15 Billion Claim Against Malaysia

12/10/2025

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A Paris court annulled a $15 billion award sought by the Sulu claimants against Malaysia.
The court ruled that arbitrator Gonzalo Stampa lacked jurisdiction due to the absence of a valid arbitration agreement.
The Sulu claimants were ordered to pay €200,000 in costs to Malaysia.
Malaysia's government said the ruling ends baseless claims by the Sulu heirs over Sabah.
Malaysia remains committed to defending its sovereignty against further legal actions.

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A Paris court annulled a $15 billion award sought by the Sulu claimants against Malaysia.
The court ruled that arbitrator Gonzalo Stampa lacked jurisdiction due to the absence of a valid arbitration agreement.
The Sulu claimants were ordered to pay €200,000 in costs to Malaysia.
Malaysia's government said the ruling ends baseless claims by the Sulu heirs over Sabah.
Malaysia remains committed to defending its sovereignty against further legal actions.