Political uncertainties may often result in unanticipated events. In this case, non-confirmation by Niger, an African country, of a huge order for sorghum (jowar) resulted in a long legal battle for Shakti Bhog Foods Limited, which had chartered a ship, from Kola Freight, to carry the cargo on the assumption that it would get the order. The case highlights the importance of the role of government in business and the significance of the dispute resolution clause, which needs to be minutely read and thoroughly understood while communicating with the other party.