Investment Policy Monitor
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UNCTAD has been collecting information on changes in national foreign direct investment (FDI) policies on an annual basis since 1992. This collection has provided input to the analysis of global and regional investment policy trends in the World Investment Report, the quarterly Investment Policy Monitor (since 2009) and the UNCTAD-OECD Reports on G20 Measures.
In 2011, to further strengthen the quality of reporting, UNCTAD revised the methodology of monitoring investment policy measures. and revised the measures going back to 2000 accordingly.
The Investment Policy Monitor provides the international investment community with country-specific, up-to-date information about the latest developments in foreign investment policies.
Through its monitoring of investment policy changes, UNCTAD offers cutting-edge and innovative contributions to investment policy discourse, and contributes to preparing the ground for future policymaking in the interest of making foreign investment work for growth and development.
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Note: the policy measures are identified through a systematic review of government and business intelligence sources. Measures are verified, to the fullest extent possible, by referencing government sources. The compilation of measures is not exhaustive.
Disclaimer: the boundaries and names shown and the designations used on this map do not imply official endorsement or acceptance by the United Nations.
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Mexico
08 May 2023Reforms the mining regime for enhanced environmental and social protection
On 8 May the reform to the Mining Law was published in the Official Gazette (Diario Oficial de la Federación). It includes changes to mining concessions and water rights. The main changes are: Mining concessions: - Concessions will [...]
Mozambique
04 May 2023Approves a new law to foster private investment
On May 4, 2023, the Parliament of Mozambique passed a new Private Investment Law aimed at fostering investment in the country. The law incorporates several measures to encourage investment, such as tax benefits, accessible land, simplified [...]
United Kingdom
27 Apr 2023Publishes new guidance on its National Security and Investment Act
On 27 April 2023, the Government of the United Kingdom published new Market Guidance on the National Security and Investment Act 2021. The latest guidance provides more detailed information on various aspects of the National Security [...]
Russian Federation
25 Apr 2023Establishes a legal framework for temporary administration of assets owned by certain investors associated with "unfriendly" States
On 25 April 2023, by the Presidential Decree No. 302 the Russian Federation established a legal framework to authorize the Government to take control of Russian assets owned or managed by investors associated with "unfriendly" foreign [...]
Chile
20 Apr 2023Launches a new National Strategy for Lithium
On April 20, 2023, the President of Chile introduced a new National Strategy for Lithium, which includes the following key features: The establishment of the National Lithium Company ("Empresa Nacional del Litio"), with the participation [...]
Portugal
19 Apr 2023Establishes a system of financial incentives for large investment projects
On 19 April 2023, the Council of Ministers established a system of financial incentives for large investment projects. The support is specifically focused on the themes of digitalisation, innovation, and qualifications, which are seen [...]
Malaysia
05 Apr 2023Announced the establishment of an FDI monitoring committee
On April 5, 2023, the Malaysian Government announced the establishment of a committee to oversee investments. This committee, facilitated by the Ministry of International Trade and Industry (MITI), aims to monitor the execution of [...]
Switzerland
29 Mar 2023Imposes further sanctions on the Russian Federation in line with the EU's tenth package
On 29 March 2023, the Federal Council adopted further sanctions against the Russian Federation and amended the Ordinance on Measures in Connection with the Situation in Ukraine following the European Union's tenth sanctions package. [...]
China
29 Mar 2023Launched year-long campaign to attract foreign investment
On 29 March 2023, the Government of China kicked off a campaign, themed "Invest in China," a move to attract foreign investment and help foreign companies better understand China's opportunities.The event, initiated and organized by [...]
Russian Federation
27 Mar 2023Introduces a contribution by foreign individuals selling shares in Russian companies
On 27 March 2023, the Russian Ministry of Finance provided further details regarding the contribution by foreign individuals who sell shares in Russian companies. The contribution is applicable to foreign persons linked to foreign [...]
Singapore
15 Mar 2023Raised the minimum investment required for foreign investors to obtain permanent-resident status
On 15 March 2023, the Government of Singapore raised the minimum investment required for foreign investors who seek permanent resident (PR) status. The aim of this move is to generate more employment opportunities for locals, benefit [...]
India
10 Mar 2023Over-the-top platforms not covered by the 26 per cent FDI cap
On 10 March 2023, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) issued a clarification on whether the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Policy of the Government of India is applicable to Over-the-Top (OTT) platforms hosting digital [...]
Malawi
07 Mar 2023Introduces new measures to incentivize investment in the priority sectors and promote local employment
The Government of Malawi made several income tax-related announcements on March 7, 2023, following the Budget Statement for the fiscal year 2023/24 presented to Parliament on March 2, 2023. The measures aim to incentivize investment [...]
United Arab Emirates
01 Mar 2023Introduced its investment platform “Marketplace”
On 1 March 2023, the Government of UAE (Investopia) launched a new innovative investment platform “Marketplace”, which presents new investment opportunities through a single portal. Within the platform’s working mechanism, companies, [...]
European Union
25 Feb 2023Adopts the tenth package of sanctions against the Russian Federation
On 25 February 2023, the European Union adopted the tenth package of sanctions against the Russian Federation. It includes the following measures: - Additional financial sanctions on 87 individuals and 34 entities, including Alfa-Bank [...]
Australia
24 Feb 2023Australia adopts further sanctions against the Russian Federation
On 24 February 2023, the Australian Government announced hat it had imposed further targeted financial sanctions targeted financial sanctions on 40 entities, including several companies active in the defence sector. It also introduced [...]
Ukraine
23 Feb 2023Introduces a new set of sanctions against the Russian banking and financial sector
On 22 February 2023, the Parliament of Ukraine passed a resolution to impose sanctions on the Russian banking and financial sector. These sanctions will remain in effect for 50 years and will apply to all banks, non-bank credit institutions, [...]
South Africa
23 Feb 2023Extends research and development tax incentive
The Minister of Finance announced on 22 February 2023 that the Section 11D research and development (R&D) tax incentive, providing for a 150% deduction for qualifying expenditure on eligible scientific or technological R&D [...]
Costa Rica
23 Feb 2023Simplifies immigration procedures and provides tax incentives for foreign investors
The Law 9996 Regulation was published in the Official Gazette on February 23, 2023, with the purpose of attracting foreign investment for economic, social, and cultural enrichment. The new regulation simplifies immigration procedures [...]
Philippines
23 Feb 2023Established Green Lanes for strategic investments
On February 23, 2023, the Government of the Philippines announced the creation of "Green Lanes" for strategic investments. Executive Order No. 18 mandates all national government agencies (NGAs) to establish green lanes that will expedite [...]
South Africa
23 Feb 2023Offers incentives for investment in renewable-energy projects
On 22 February 2023, The Minister of Finance of South Africa delivered the annual Budget Speech. The 2023 Budget includes tax incentives to support businesses and households who invest in renewable energy, including rooftop solar, [...]
Botswana
06 Feb 2023Merges investment promotion-related institutions into a single agency
On February 6th, 2023, the Minister of Finance presented the Budget Statement for 2023-24, which included several significant changes. These changes are as follows: The merger of four State-owned enterprises, namely the Botswana [...]
Thailand
03 Feb 2023Allows foreigners to work or invest in 18 targeted industries
On 3 February 2023, The Royal Thai Gazette website published a notice from the Ministry of Interior announcing a special permit for migrant workers to work or invest in 18 industries to boost the economy. The 3rd version of the notice, [...]
Morocco
26 Jan 2023Defines a new investment support regime
On 26 January 2022, the Government Council issued a Decree which supplements the Investment Charter adopted in December 2022. The Decree details the key elements of the "investment support system", which includes three categories of [...]
Switzerland
25 Jan 2023Bans new investments in the mining sector and the provision of various services to Russian entities and the Government
On January 25, 2023, Switzerland integrated the remaining measures of the European Union's ninth package of sanctions into its Ordinance on Measures Connected with the Situation in Ukraine. The measures comprise a ban on new investments [...]
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UNCTAD has been collecting information on changes in national foreign direct investment (FDI) policies on an annual basis since 1992. This collection has provided input to the analysis of global and regional investment policy trends in the World Investment Report, the quarterly Investment Policy Monitor (since 2009) and the UNCTAD-OECD Reports on G20 Measures.
In 2011, to further strengthen the quality of reporting, UNCTAD revised the methodology of monitoring investment policy measures. and revised the measures going back to 2000 accordingly.
The Investment Policy Monitor provides the international investment community with country-specific, up-to-date information about the latest developments in foreign investment policies.
Through its monitoring of investment policy changes, UNCTAD offers cutting-edge and innovative contributions to investment policy discourse, and contributes to preparing the ground for future policymaking in the interest of making foreign investment work for growth and development.
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Note: the policy measures are identified through a systematic review of government and business intelligence sources. Measures are verified, to the fullest extent possible, by referencing government sources. The compilation of measures is not exhaustive.
Disclaimer: the boundaries and names shown and the designations used on this map do not imply official endorsement or acceptance by the United Nations.
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