On 9 December 2021, RUS CMP adopted new administrative regulations. RUS FAS adopted new administrative regulations in field of foreign investment control. RUS FAS approved Order 1067 on administrative regulations for the provision of public services for the consideration of applications for preliminary approval of transactions and applications for approval of the establishment of control…

On 29  October 2021, NZ OIC updated on preparations for final Overseas Investment Act law reform changes, while staying on top of business-as-usual consent applications. October 2021 issue of Panui discussed: benefit to New Zealand test changes; new assessment timeframes; law reform resources; and notification when forms change. Plus assistance in understanding overseas investment rules…

On 22 September 2021, FR GVT issued order amending rules on foreign investment. FR GVT published order of 10 September 2021 relating to foreign investments in France. Follows FR GVT decree, order on procedures for investments in France. Made following entry in force of EU regulation on screening foreign direct investments. Made further amendments to…

On 27 July 2021, AST GVT consulted on foreign investment reforms review. AST GVT issued consultation on its evaluation of the 2021 foreign investment reforms. Follows AST FIRB February 2021 started evaluation of investment reforms. Foreign Investment Reforms Reforms updated the framework in 3 broad ways: addressed national security risks; strengthened existing system; streamlined investment…

On 19 July 2021, AST FIRB published updated guidance notes for investors. AST FIRB updated guidance notes on its website following reforms to framework. Follows AST GVT December 2020 foreign investment framework reform. Overview To provide greater clarity on investors' obligations under foreign investment framework by addressing a number of issues identified since major reforms…