Compliance Tip of the Day: M&A – International Issues
LathamTECH in Focus: Navigating National Security: The Impact of FDI Reviews on Tech M&A
Foreign Correspondent: An FDI Podcast | Mapping the National Security Landscape for Investors
Legal Alert | Japan is Primed for Increased Foreign Direct Investment
Hot Topics in International Trade-Braumiller Law Group-FDI Into Mexico from China
Wiley's 10 Key Trade Developments: Outbound Investments and CFIUS Review
AGG Talks: Cross-Border Business - How Foreign Companies Can Protect Their IP and Brand in the U.S.
Investing in Colombia: Nearshoring & Economic Incentives in Manufacturing, Technology, Infrastructure, and Energy Industries
Foreign Investment Controls: Are We Seeing a More Nuanced Approach to Private Equity?
Challenges for Infrastructure Projects in the Current Environment
Jones Day Talks: Italy Embraces Foreign investment but Maintains Oversight
Jones Day Talks: Oversight of Foreign Direct Investment in the UK
Jones Day Talks: EU's New Foreign Direct Investment Regulations Eye Specific Sectors
Jones Day Talks: Doing Deals Down Under: Australia's Foreign Direct Investment Regime
Jones Day Talks: Navigating Foreign Direct Investment in Germany
Welcome to “Compliance Tip of the Day,” the podcast where we bring you daily insights and practical advice on navigating the ever-evolving landscape of compliance and regulatory requirements. Whether you’re a seasoned...more
On 22 July 2025, the UK Government published its fourth Annual Report on the operation of the National Security and Investment Act 2021 (NSIA). On the same day, the Labour administration unveiled proposals to reform the NSIA...more
The Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) is an interagency committee that is tasked with reviewing foreign investments in U.S. business entities and real estate assets. For foreign investors,...more
The first 100 days of a new administration sets the tone for policy direction and regulatory priorities. The following key takeaways from the Trump administration’s first three months highlight significant trends, shifts and...more
On February 21, 2025, the Trump administration published its “America First Investment Policy” memorandum. Among other items, the Policy calls for the United States to restrict China-affiliated persons from investing in...more
On February 21, 2025, President Trump issued the America First Investment Policy Memorandum, which promotes foreign investment in the United States from allies yet also signals restrictions for certain investments in...more
On February 21, 2025, President Trump signed a National Security Presidential Memorandum (NSPM) announcing an “America First Investment Policy” focused on promoting foreign investment in the United States from allies and...more
As geopolitical tensions rise and the post-Cold War global order continues to fray, national security has experienced a renewed policymaking focus. The most prominent areas in this regard have been critical technology...more
Senator Cornyn made the above statement on the Senate floor on November 14, 2023, while advocating for his colleagues to pass the Outbound Investment Transparency Act as part of the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act...more
We are pleased to present the inaugural episode of our “Foreign Correspondent” FDI podcast, a monthly conversation about foreign investment screening. In this episode, host and Skadden counsel Jason Hewitt leads a discussion...more
On August 9, 2023, former-President Biden issued Executive Order 14105, Addressing United States Investments in Certain National Security Technologies and Products in Countries of Concern, which in summary directed the U.S....more
The U.S. is one of the easiest jurisdictions in the world in which to do business1 and continues to be the world’s top destination for foreign direct investment.2 Regulatory barriers are generally low, establishing a branch...more
As 2025 begins, the foreign direct investment (FDI) landscape continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Driven by geopolitical shifts, technological advancements, and changing regulatory priorities, businesses must navigate an...more
The U.S. Department of the Treasury ("Treasury") has engaged in a flurry of rulemaking over the last year, most recently issuing a final rule to sharpen and enhance the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States...more
On October 28, 2024, the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) issued final regulations (“Final Rule”) implementing Executive Order 14105, which addresses investments by U.S. persons in certain identified technologies in...more
The U.S. and the U.K. are focused on common national security risks, including preventing foreign access to key emerging technologies, the integrity of the defense supply chain, protection of critical infrastructure, and...more
In an era where technological prowess and economic security are more entangled than ever, the United States has refined its approach towards restricting outbound investments. As we have been blogging since 2022, the past two...more
The United States and an increasing number of other countries are evaluating the impact of foreign investment on their countries’ national security posture. Generally, foreign investment regulatory regimes allow regulators to...more
As the proposed $14.9 billion acquisition of U.S. Steel by Nippon Steel garners global attention, its implications extend far beyond mere corporate gains. This merger symbolizes a strengthening of the crucial U.S.-Japan...more
The U.S. government has been increasing its scrutiny of inbound foreign investment for national security risks and concurrently is establishing a new program that would prohibit certain outbound investments. Both developments...more
Outbound foreign investments by U.S.-based companies in sensitive technologies may impact foreign companies from operating in the U.S. or doing business with U.S. companies. Mandatory filing requirements and high-profile...more
At a time of significant geopolitical challenges, many jurisdictions are looking at their investment screening regimes to ensure that they can adequately safeguard national security and public order. Within this context,...more
For foreign entities that need approval from the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) to pursue investments in the U.S., working with experienced legal counsel is essential. While CFIUS will approve...more
The year 2023 will be remembered as a challenging one for private equity (PE), with complexities to navigate on many fronts. Traditional debt financing was expensive and scarce, expectations on valuations were tricky to...more
Hosted by American Conference Institute, the 10th National Conference on CFIUS returns for another exciting year with curated programming that will provide invaluable insights on repositioning your transaction planning amidst...more