Investment Policy Measures

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United States of America

United States of America

01 Jan 2024

Beneficial Ownership Information requirements enter into force on 1 January 2024

Starting from 1 January 2024, companies operating in the United States will be required to provide information on their beneficial owners to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. [...]

Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia

06 Nov 2023

Expands investor e-visa to all countries to facilitate FDI

On November 6, 2023, the Government of Saudi Arabia launched the second phase of the "Visiting Investor" electronic business visit visa program, extending its coverage to all countries worldwide. The "Visiting Investor" e-visa is designed [...]

Panama

Panama

03 Nov 2023

Adopts a moratorium on new mining concessions

On 3 November 2023, the President of Panama promulgated a new law (Ley 407) which prohibits the granting of new concessions for the exploitation, extraction, transport, and benefit of metallic mining throughout the national territory. [...]

United States of America

United States of America

02 Nov 2023

U.S. Treasury adds an additional 130 targets in its Ukraine-related sanctions

On 2 November 2023, the Department of the Treasury extended its targeted sanctions list to ca. 130 individuals and entities. The sanctions targets include: 1) entities based in P.R. China, Türkiye, and the United Arab Emirates which [...]

India

India

31 Oct 2023

Uttar Pradesh introduces a new FDI policy to attract overseas investors

On 31 October 2023, the Government of Uttar Pradesh introduced the new foreign direct investment policy to provide incentives to overseas investors, including exemptions in land acquisition, stamp duty, and capital investment. The [...]

Bangladesh

Bangladesh

23 Oct 2023

Streamlined the establishment of economic zones within the country

On October 23, 2023, the Government enacted the Economic Zones (Amendment) Bill 2023, aimed at facilitating the creation of economic zones through government-to-government collaborations. The revised statute now allows for the setting [...]

United Republic of Tanzania

United Republic of Tanzania

16 Oct 2023

Issues new regulations on foreign exchange offices

On 6 October 2023, the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) issued new Foreign Exchange (Bureau de Change) Regulations (Government Notice No. 730 of 2023), which revoke the Foreign Exchange (Bureau de Change) Regulations, 2019. The new Regulations [...]

Mexico

Mexico

11 Oct 2023

Implements new incentives to promote nearshoring

On 11 October 2023, the President of Mexico issued a decree aimed at providing fiscal incentives to companies in key export industries. The decree focuses on promoting nearshoring, encouraging companies to relocate part of their production [...]

Germany

Germany

05 Oct 2023

introduces new fines in relation to the sanctions regime against the Russian Federation

On 5 October, the 20th amendment to the Foreign Trade and Payments Ordinance (AWV) came into effect, introducing new fine provisions in relation to the following acts: acquiring or extending shareholdings in entities involved in the [...]

Germany

Germany

05 Oct 2023

Lays the foundations for digitalizing the investment screening process

On 5 October, the 20th amendment to the Foreign Trade and Payments Ordinance (AWV) came into effect, introducing the groundwork for a digitalization of the investment screening process. AWV allows full online communication for documents [...]

European Union

European Union

03 Oct 2023

Issues a list of ten critical technology areas vital for its economic security

On October 3, the European Commission issued a list of ten critical technology areas vital for the European Union's economic security. Among these, advanced semiconductors, AI, quantum technologies, and biotechnologies are considered [...]

Nepal

Nepal

03 Oct 2023

Introduced automatic route for foreign investment approvals up to $ 38 million

On 2 October 2023, the Government of Nepal streamlined the process for approving foreign investments of up to NPR 500 million (~$37.6 million) through the automatic route. Section 42 of the Foreign Investment and Technology Transfer [...]

France

France

02 Oct 2023

Introduces a digital platform for the FDI screening regime

On 2 October 2023, the Directorate General of the Treasury of the French Ministry of the Economy and Finance launched the Foreign Investment in France (IEF) Platform, that serves as the digital platform for submitting authorization [...]

Kenya

Kenya

02 Oct 2023

Launches the Meru County Aggregation and Industrial Park

On 2 October 2023, Kenya launched the Meru County Aggregation and Industrial Park in the Ruiri Rwarera Ward. The Park is Flexible free zone warehousing solutions to start and expand business, for local and foreign companies looking [...]

United States of America

United States of America

22 Sep 2023

Limits use of CHIPS Act funds due to national security concerns

On 22 September 2023, the United States Department of Commerce released the final rule implementing the CHIPS and Science Act. The new regulations restrict recipients of funds allocated under the Act from expanding semiconductor manufacturing [...]

United States of America

United States of America

22 Sep 2023

FDI screening expanded over new real estate locations

On 23 August 2023 the amendment to the Provisions Pertaining to Certain Transactions by Foreign Persons Involving Real Estate in the United States was published, which will enter into force on 22 September the same year. The regulations [...]

Sierra Leone

Sierra Leone

15 Sep 2023

Lifts moratorium on exploration licences

On 15 September 2023, the Ministry of Mines and Mineral Resources issued an official notice to inform the public that it has lifted the moratorium on the issuance of Exploration Licences with immediate effect. The Notice called upon [...]

United States of America

United States of America

14 Sep 2023

Extends sanctions relating to harmful foreign activities of the Government of the Russian Federation

On 14 September 2023, the Department of State designated new entities and individuals subject to sanctions under Executive Order 14024. The new designation concerns 37 entities involved in energy production and exports, developing [...]

Kenya

Kenya

06 Sep 2023

Launches search for port operators

On 6 September 2023, the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) issued a tender inviting firms to prequalify for the opportunity to develop and operate key port assets through 25-year public-private partnership (PPP) arrangements. The deadline [...]

Russian Federation

Russian Federation

04 Sep 2023

Introduces changes in the corporate governance of economically significant entities with foreign participation

On 4 August, 2023, the President of the Russian Federation signed into law Federal Law No. 470-FZ, titled "On the Specifics of Corporate Governance in Business Companies Deemed Economically Significant Organizations". The law entered [...]

China

China

01 Sep 2023

Eased capital transfer policy for foreigners in Shanghai to woo foreign investment

On 1 September 2023, a new capital control policy was implemented, which allows expatriates working for foreign enterprises in the Shanghai free trade zone — including those from Hong Kong, Macao, and Taiwan, Province of China — to [...]

Spain

Spain

01 Sep 2023

Modifies its investment control regulation and expands reporting obligations for inward and outward FDI

On 4 July 2023, the Government of Spain approved Royal Decree 571/2023. The decree, which entered into effect on 1 September 2023, builds upon Law 19/2003 of July 4, 2003. It further aligns Spain's foreign investment framework with [...]

Luxembourg

Luxembourg

01 Sep 2023

Introduces new FDI screening regime

On 1 September 2023, a law to establish a national screening process for foreign direct investment (FDI) that could impact security or public order entered into force in Luxembourg. This law aligns with EU Regulation 2019/452, which [...]

Egypt

Egypt

27 Aug 2023

Issues new incentives for strategic industries

On 27 August 2023, the President of Egypt directed the Government to implement a package of incentives, including tax exemptions, to support projects in strategic industries. As per the directives, these projects will be exempted from [...]

Malaysia

Malaysia

25 Aug 2023

Introduces a Special Financial Zone in Forest City to attract foreign investment

On 25 August 2023, the Government of Malaysia announced the introduction of a Special Financial Zone (SFZ) in Forest City, aimed at boosting investment. The SFZ is meant to lower the cost of doing business by offering several incentives [...]

Number of policy measures per economy (since 01 Jan 2010) 1 92