On 1 June 2021, TAI FSC implemented the proposed amendments to the regulations. Content of the application form was revised in line with amendments to regulations. Background In March 2021, TAI FSC proposed amendments to regulations governing foreign investments by insurance companies, regarding relaxation of foreign currency insurance policy limits. Amendments In the formula…
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UAE – GVT 100% Foreign Ownership
On 19 May 19 2021, UAE GVT announced amended Companies Law will take effect on 1 June 2021, allowing foreign investors to establish and fully own onshore companies. Background On 23 November 2020, UAE GVT presidential decree relaxed limits on the foreign ownership of onshore firms. The decree is meant to open up UAE economy…
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New Zealand – OIC Foreign Investment Changes
On 19 May 2021, NZ PRL held the third reading of the overseas investment amendment bill (no 3), which will now progress to the royal assent stage. Key Amendments The key amendments include a new investor test, temporary emergency notification requirements, along with a new national interest assessment for some transactions. Also simplifying the regime…
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Germany – GVT Foreign Investment Review
On 27 April 2021, GE GVT adopted three important future projects. GE GVT decided on a future project presented by the federal ministry for economic affairs and energy, including adoption of amended foreign trade regulation. Foreign Trade Ordinance Improved investment review process, concluding investment review started in 2020. New rules focus on future and high-tech…
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U.K. – Parliament National Security, Investment Bill
On 16 April 2021, UKP announced Lords completed report stage on 15 April 2021. Members discussed changes on topics including the risk to national security posed by climate change and guidance for the higher education and research sector. Voted for minor change to Secretary of State providing further information on regime decisions, in annual report…
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Taiwan – FSC Insurance Foreign Investment
On 9 March 2021, TAI FSC proposed amendments to foreign investment. TAI FSC proposed amendments to regulations governing foreign investments by insurance companies, regarding relaxation of foreign currency insurance policy limits. Amendments In the formula for calculating foreign investment quotas, reserves for non-investment personal insurance in the insurance industry will be increased from 35% to…
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