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The European Union is an economic and political partnership comprised of 27 nations within the Eurozone. The EU was established in 1948 to promote stability and cooperation among member states in the aftermath of WWII. The EU maintains a common currency as well as several intranational institutions, including the European Parliament and the European Commission. less -

EU Targets Russia’s Energy, Financial and Defense Sectors in 18th Sanctions Package

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP on 8/1/2025

- What is new: The EU adopted its 18th sanctions package against Russia and Belarus, imposing asset freezes on 55 additional individuals and entities, expanding sectoral sanctions and introducing new restrictions targeting...more

The expanding reach of Italy's FDI regime

A&O Shearman on 7/25/2025

The Italian government has recently published its 2024 Annual Report on Foreign Direct Investment (the Report), providing an overview of the exercise of its special powers, commonly referred to as “Golden Power,” in sectors...more

Syria sanctions lifted after decades

Eversheds Sutherland (US) LLP on 5/30/2025

On May 23, 2025, the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) issued General License 25 (GL 25), authorizing transactions prohibited by the Syrian Sanctions Regulations, effectively lifting sanctions on Syria. This comes 10...more

Global M&A Insights Q4 2024

A&O Shearman on 12/18/2024

Welcome to the latest edition of M&A Insights, where we bring together partners from across the A&O Shearman network to explore the themes shaping global dealmaking. The election of Donald Trump as President is expected to...more

Global M&A Insights Q4 2024 - introduction

A&O Shearman on 12/18/2024

In our biannual M&A trends report we explore the possible impact of the new U.S. administration on dealmaking, the dynamics of transatlantic M&A, private equity exits, and Mario Draghi’s proposals to reshape the European...more

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