(Version: September 2025)

1. Definitions

1.1. HawkVision Strategies: The sole proprietorship of Shireen Raza, registered in the Netherlands, providing consultancy and foreign direct investment (FDI) services.
1.2. Client: Any individual or entity engaging HawkVision Strategies for services.
1.3. Agreement: Any written or verbal contract, proposal, or service order accepted by both parties.
1.4. Services: All services provided by HawkVision Strategies, including but not limited to trade fair representation, company outreach, strategic consulting, and related activities.

2. Applicability

2.1. These General Terms and Conditions apply to all proposals, agreements, and services provided by HawkVision Strategies unless otherwise agreed in writing.
2.2. By engaging HawkVision Strategies, the Client confirms that they have reviewed, understood, and agreed to these terms and conditions.

3. Scope of Services

3.1. The scope of services will be detailed in individual agreements or proposals.
3.2. Additional services not specified in the initial agreement must be requested in writing and may incur additional charges.

4. Fees and Payment Terms

4.1. Fees are outlined in individual agreements or proposals and are expressed in Euros (€) unless stated otherwise.
4.2. Payment terms:

• Invoices must be paid within 30 days of receipt unless otherwise agreed.
• Late payments may incur interest of 1% per month, unless a higher rate is agreed upon in writing and permitted by applicable law.

4.3. VAT is not applicable to services provided to non-EU clients in accordance with EU export rules.

5. Service Delivery and Workload Management

5.1. HawkVision Strategies will make every effort to deliver services within agreed timelines.
5.2. All services are subject to availability and capacity. In the event of excessive workload:

• Clients will be informed promptly of potential delays.
• HawkVision Strategies may propose alternative arrangements, including adjusted timelines, subcontracting, or partial service completion.

5.3. Delays caused by excessive workload or unforeseen circumstances will not constitute a breach of contract. HawkVision Strategies will notify the Client promptly and endeavor to minimize disruptions or propose alternative solutions.
5.4. All services are performed remotely from the Netherlands unless otherwise expressly agreed in writing. HawkVision Strategies does not provide onsite services in the United States.

6. Confidentiality

6.1. Both parties agree to keep all proprietary and sensitive information confidential during and after the Agreement.
6.2. Information may only be shared with third parties upon written consent from the disclosing party.

7. Intellectual Property

7.1. All materials, reports, and deliverables created by HawkVision Strategies remain its intellectual property unless otherwise agreed in writing.
7.2. The Client is granted a non-exclusive, non-transferable license to use the deliverables for internal purposes only.

8. Termination and Cancellation

8.1. Either party may terminate the Agreement with 30 days' written notice.
8.2. If the Client terminates the Agreement:

• The Client is liable for payment of services completed up to the termination date.

8.3. HawkVision Strategies reserves the right to terminate the Agreement immediately if the Client fails to meet payment obligations or breaches the terms.

9. Force Majeure

9.1. Neither party is liable for delays or non-performance caused by circumstances beyond their reasonable control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government actions, or travel restrictions.
9.2. In such cases, services may be postponed or adjusted, and both parties will work to minimize disruptions.

10. Liability and Indemnity

10.1. HawkVision Strategies' liability is limited to the total fees paid under the Agreement, except in cases of gross negligence, willful misconduct, or where such limitation is prohibited by applicable law.
10.2. HawkVision Strategies is not liable for indirect, incidental, or consequential damages.
10.3. The Client indemnifies HawkVision Strategies against third-party claims arising directly from the Client’s use of the services or materials provided, except where such claims arise from HawkVision Strategies' gross negligence or willful misconduct.

11. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

11.1. This clause replaces and supersedes any prior provisions on applicable law, jurisdiction, or dispute resolution in earlier versions of these Terms and Conditions.
11.2. This Agreement shall be governed exclusively by Dutch law.
11.3. The parties shall first attempt to resolve any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or in connection with this Agreement through good faith negotiations and mediation.
11.4. If mediation does not resolve the dispute, the matter shall be submitted either:

1. to the competent courts in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, which shall have exclusive jurisdiction; or
2. if both parties agree in writing, to binding arbitration under the Rules of the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC). The seat of arbitration shall be Amsterdam, the Netherlands, and the language of the proceedings shall be English.

11.5. This clause applies to all Clients, whether domestic or international.

12. Miscellaneous

12.1. These General Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between the parties and supersede any prior agreements or understandings.
12.2. Any amendments to these terms must be made in writing and signed by both parties.

13. Availability of Terms

13.1. These General Terms and Conditions are provided to the Client prior to entering into the Agreement, form an integral part of every proposal and agreement, and are available on the HawkVision Strategies website: www.hawkvisionstrategies.com.
13.2. By accepting any proposal or agreement, the Client confirms that they have reviewed and agreed to these Terms and Conditions.
13.3. The Client may request a copy of the General Terms and Conditions in a downloadable format by contacting HawkVision Strategies via email.

Contact Information

HawkVision Strategies
Shireen Raza
Rotterdam, The Netherlands
Phone: 0031 621 606 673
Email: shireen@hawkvisionstrategies.com
Website: www.hawkvisionstrategies.com