Foreign Investment Control Heats Up: A Global Survey of Existing Regimes and Potential Significant Changes on the Horizon

Abstract

Mergers and acquisitions by multinational companies require attention to foreign investment controls around the world, and such controls vary widely. For example, the requirements for determining whether such controls apply, the areas/industries of focus, and the notification/review process differ by jurisdiction. In addition, potential significant changes to foreign investment controls are looming. Ultimately, information available in the various jurisdictions surveyed suggests that it is relatively rare for foreign investments to be blocked or abandoned due to foreign investment controls.