On 6 June 2023, BEL FEB published guidelines and information from the FPS Economy regarding the new inter-federal mechanism for screening foreign investments. Clarifies scope and procedure of the Belgium foreign investments screening mechanism and answers common questions regarding notification obligations. Covers nuances including minimum requirements, thresholds, costs, and appeals. Information page available in French […]

On 19 May 2023, EST GVT issued draft procedure for permit application. EST GVT issued draft bill on procedures of Foreign Investment Commission and procedure for submitting application for a foreign investment permit, for consultation. Permit Application Draft regulation on procedure for submitting an application for a foreign investment permit establishes list of documents to […]

On 10 May 2023, SWI GVT took note of results of the consultation on a new law on investment screening, consultation bill was rejected by most participants consulted. Majority against investment screening in principle as harmful to business, associated curb on economic freedom is excessive, if introduced its scope should be narrowed. Focus should be […]

On 9 May 2023, SK GVT proposed to revise foreign investment rules. SK GVT proposed to revise the Enforcement rules of foreign investment promotion act. Amendments aim to simplify documents required for reporting foreign investment. Amendments Create a simplified investment overview form, which consists only of matters required when reporting foreign investment using unappropriated earned […]

On 20 March 2023, SK FSC proposed amendment on capital market act. SK FSC proposed amendment on Enforcement decree of the financial investment services and capital markets act, to abolish foreign investment registration system. Also to expand limit for small public offerings and to enhance international consistency. Amendments Limit for small public offerings that are […]