BNP Paribas Granted Permission to Appeal in Sudanese Dispute
On January 7, the court certified the verdict from last October in the case opposing BNP Paribas and three plaintiffs in a Sudan-related dispute, paving the way for the appeal process desired by the French bank.
Appeal Process Initiated
BNP Paribas announced on January 8 that the judge's decision to certify the verdict rendered in October 2025 now allows it to appeal, according to the group's statement. The bank welcomes this decision, which enables it to continue the legal proceedings as planned. The initial verdict involved three plaintiffs in a dispute related to Sudan, the banking institution specified.
Challenging the Jury's Verdict
According to the statement, BNP Paribas believes that the jury's verdict is incorrect both factually and legally. The bank indicates that it will demonstrate on appeal that the legal rules applied during the trial are based on a mistaken interpretation of applicable Swiss law. The institution also asserts that a complete and impartial examination of the facts should lead to the dismissal of the claims made against it.
Limiting the Scope of the Verdict
BNP Paribas emphasizes in its statement that the October verdict is specific to the three plaintiffs and should not be seen as having broader implications. The group cautions against any attempts to extrapolate or speculate on the implications of this decision. The bank states it is fully prepared for the appeal process and expresses confidence in the strength of its arguments and in overturning the October verdict.
