Investment Policy Measures

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Mexico

Mexico

08 May 2023

Reforms 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

Mozambique

04 May 2023

Approves 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

United Kingdom

27 Apr 2023

Publishes 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

Russian Federation

25 Apr 2023

Establishes 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

Chile

20 Apr 2023

Launches 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

Portugal

19 Apr 2023

Establishes 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

Malaysia

05 Apr 2023

Announced 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

Switzerland

29 Mar 2023

Imposes 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

China

29 Mar 2023

Launched 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

Russian Federation

27 Mar 2023

Introduces 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

Singapore

15 Mar 2023

Raised 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

India

10 Mar 2023

Over-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

Malawi

07 Mar 2023

Introduces 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

United Arab Emirates

01 Mar 2023

Introduced 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

European Union

25 Feb 2023

Adopts 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

Australia

24 Feb 2023

Australia 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

Ukraine

23 Feb 2023

Introduces 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

South Africa

23 Feb 2023

Extends 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

Costa Rica

23 Feb 2023

Simplifies 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

Philippines

23 Feb 2023

Established 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

South Africa

23 Feb 2023

Offers 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

Botswana

06 Feb 2023

Merges 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

Thailand

03 Feb 2023

Allows 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

Morocco

26 Jan 2023

Defines 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

Switzerland

25 Jan 2023

Bans 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 [...]

Number of policy measures per economy (since 01 Jan 2010) 1 90