FDI screening based on national security considerations is developing very rapidly around the globe, with new regimes and expanded lists of sectors subject to review growing year after year. FDI authorities are prone to scrutinize heavily compagnies in distress involved in sensitive or strategic activities because these can be subject to opportunistic take over by investors from countries of concern. Restructuring scenarios and FDI screening do not fit together well. FDI screenings do not provide any exemption for companies in financial duress which should benefit from expedite and protective processes. Our webinar will discuss recent trends and practical considerations for how to navigate these complex areas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
FDI screening based on national security considerations is developing very rapidly around the globe, with new regimes and expanded lists of sectors subject to review growing year after year. FDI authorities are prone to scrutinize heavily compagnies in distress involved in sensitive or strategic activities because these can be subject to opportunistic take over by … <\/p>\n