All international transactions include a payment obligation. This book provides a general overview of the manner in which the English courts will examine and dissect a case involving a cross-border financial obligation.The book covers the interpretation, performance and discharge of international payment obligations and considers the impact of international law on payment obligations. It provides the reader with readily accessible commentary on the various legal issues which require consideration in a cross-border context and this is contained in a single volume, for ease of use.Answering a wide range of cross-border questions, this is an ideal guide to financial obligations accessible to those who do not deal in the area regularly.