State immunity refers to the legal principle that a country or state is protected from being sued in the courts of another country. It grants immunity to a state from being held legally accountable for its actions or decisions. Full definition
The project may also explore some discrete areas, such as the law of state immunity in civil matters. (lawreform.ie)
Given that so many investment projects are agreed with state - owned entities, the issue of state immunity from prosecution or enforcement is certainly on people's radar. (legal500.com)
Their approach is indicative of a trend towards holding national governments accountable in law where they enter into contractual relationships with private citizens and corporations by limiting the protection afforded by sovereign state immunity. (newlawjournal.co.uk)