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…
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U.K. – GVT National Security, Investment
On 20 July 2021, UK GVT issued guidance to help prepare for new regime. UK GVT issued guidance and urged businesses / investors to get ready for changes to UK's strengthened national security regime which will commence fully on 4 January 2022. Follows UKP April 2021 national security and investment act (NSIA 2021). Strengthened Regime…
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Vietnam – SEC Foreign Investment Activities
On 2 July 2021, VIE SEC issued circular on activities in the stock market. VIE SEC informed of VIE GVT circular guiding the obligations of organizations and individuals on foreign investment activities on the Vietnamese stock market. Circular Guides the implementation of article 138 of decree no. 155/2020/ND-CP, detailing the implementation of the law on…
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Denmark – CRG Foreign Investment Screening
On 1July 2021, DEN CRG issued guidance on investment screening rules. DEN CRG announced new rules on investment screening entered into force on 1 July 2021. For screening of foreign direct investments and special economic agreements in DEN. Foreign investors must therefore in some cases apply for permit for/notify investments and agreements with Danish companies/entities…
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New Zealand – GVT Foreign Investment Policy
On 8 June 2021, NZ GVT guided foreign investment policy, national interest. NZ PRL issued guidance on the foreign investment policy and national interest. The government welcomes sustainable, ,and inclusive overseas investment. However, it can also pose risks as high levels of foreign ownership can cause conflicts. Guidance includes information on how the overseas investment…
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Mexico – MEX GVT Foreign Investment Rules
On 3 June 2021, MEX GVT issued draft rules on procedures re investments. MEX GVT Conamer issued draft agreement amending rules on foreign investments. Follows MEX GVT June 2020 draft rules on procedures before registry. Overview Aims to permanently offer promoters use of email as additional option for presentation and monitoring of legal procedures in…
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