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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Belgium
04 Apr 2024Publishes new guidance on the application of its FDI screening regime
On 4 April 2024, the Interfederal Screening Commission of Belgium published guidelines providing clarification of the screening process of foreign direct investments in Belgium. These guidelines identify situations requiring prior [...]
Singapore
28 Mar 2024Introduced a screening regime for national security
On 9 January 2024, the Parliament of Singapore enacted the Significant Investments Review Act. This legislation introduces a new investment management regime to regulate entities critical to Singapore’s national security interests. [...]
Peru
24 Mar 2024Adopted law to promote green hydrogen
On 24 March 2024, Peru adopted the Green Hydrogen Promotion Act (Law No. 31992) which designates activities related to green hydrogen—from research and production to export and use—as national interests. The Ministry of Energy and [...]
Canada
22 Mar 2024Significant changes to the FDI screening regime
On 22 March 2024, the Investment Canada Act was amended, following royal assent. This amendment ushers in a modernization package aimed at enhancing the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) screening mechanism. Key modifications introduced [...]
Bulgaria
12 Mar 2024Establishes a mechanism for screening FDI related to national security and public order
On 22 February 2024, the National Assembly amended the Investment Promotion Act to screen foreign direct investments (FDI) for national security or public order concerns, aligning with EU Regulation 2019/452. The amendment mandates [...]
Korea, Republic of
05 Mar 2024Allocated $151 million for cash support to attract FDI
On 5 March 2024, the Government of the Republic of Korea allocated a budget of approximately $151 million for cash support to expand the attraction of investments in key companies within advanced industries. This amount is four times [...]
Canada
01 Mar 2024Foreign investment screening in interactive digital media
On 1 March 2024, the Government of Canada issued a Policy Statement clarifying how the Investment Canada Act providing for FDI screening shall be applicable to investments in Canadian businesses and entities from the Interactive Digital [...]
India
21 Feb 2024Allowed up to 100 per cent FDI in the space sector
On 21 February 2024, the Union Cabinet of India allowed up to 100 per cent FDI through the automatic route in its space sector to lower entry barriers for foreign players, fostering a more inclusive environment for international investments, [...]
Singapore
16 Feb 2024Introduced a new Refundable Investment Credit (RIC) to promote FDI
On 16 February 2024, the Government of Singapore introduced a new Refundable Investment Credit (RIC) for investment promotion. The RIC encourages companies to make sizeable investments that bring substantive economic activities to [...]
Kenya
14 Feb 2024Approves privatisation of State-owned enterprises in tourism sector
On 14 February 2024, the Cabinet approved the sale of seven State-owned enterprises (SOEs), including the Development Bank of Kenya and several hospitality establishments, such as Golf Hotel Limited, Sunset Hotel Limited, Mt. Elgon [...]
United Republic of Tanzania
09 Feb 2024Amends Investment Regulations 2023
On 9 February 2024, the Tanzania Investment (Amendment) Regulations, 2024, introduced changes to the Tanzania Investment Regulations, 2023. Key changes include: The Chairmanship of the Technical Committee tasked with ensuring the [...]
Canada
05 Feb 2024Increases the thresholds for FDI screening in Canada
The Government of Canada increased the monetary thresholds of the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) screening regime for 2024. FDI review is required if the enterprise value of the target exceeds C$1.326 billion (approximately $1 billion, [...]
Cambodia
31 Jan 2024Launched the “Special Investment Promotion Program in Sihanouk Province 2024"
On 31 January 2024, the Government of Cambodia launched the “Special Investment Promotion Program in Sihanouk Province 2024” to resolve the stalled constructions in Preah Sihanouk, as well as attract investors and boost the economy. [...]
Italy
30 Jan 2024Adopts €550 million in aid for hydrogen in industry
On 30 January 2024, the European Commission approved an Italian €550 million aid scheme, designed to support investments for the use of hydrogen in place of methane and other fossil fuels within industrial settings. This scheme is [...]
Denmark
30 Jan 2024Launches a green investment programme
On 30 January 2024, the Government of Denmark launched a new targeted green investment programme with a DKK 1 billion budget (approximately $145 millions) for 2024. This initiative aims to bolster investment in green technologies by [...]
Czechia
24 Jan 2024Establishes State Investment and Development Company for development of strategic industrial zones
On 24 January 2024, the Government of Czechia sanctioned the establishment of the State Investment and Development Company, tasked with developing industrial zones tailored for large strategic investments. This entity aims to establish [...]
European Union
24 Jan 2024Proposes new initiatives on inward and outward FDI screening
On 24 January 2024, the European Commission unveiled several initiatives aimed at strengthening the economic security of the European Union (EU). Among these, two initiatives concern specifically inward and outward FDI. A new proposed [...]
Saudi Arabia
22 Jan 2024Launched first administrative courts for investor-State disputes
On 22 January 2024, the Government of Saudi Arabia launched its first administrative enforcement court. The court will take up disputes between local and foreign investors who find themselves at odds with Government institutions. It [...]
Oman
17 Jan 2024Launched $5.2 billion Future Fund for FDI and SMEs
On 17 January 2024, the Oman Investment Authority (OIA) launched "the future fund Oman" to invest in a wide range of industries to develop the national economy and attract foreign investments. The fund has a capital of $5.2 billion [...]
Czechia
13 Jan 2024Streamlines the provision of incentives for non-strategic investments
On 13 January 2024, Act No. 426/2023, which amends Act No. 72/2000 on Investment Incentives entered into force. This amendment facilitates the application process for non-strategic investments seeking incentives, primarily in the form [...]
United States of America
11 Jan 2024The National Defense Industrial Strategy recognizes threats posed by foreign transactions
On 11 January 2024, the Department of Defense unveiled its National Defense Industrial Strategy (NDIS), aimed at developing "a more robust, resilient, and dynamic modernised defense industrial ecosystem". The Strategy outlines a [...]
Saudi Arabia
10 Jan 2024Introduced premium residency for investors and entrepreneurs
On 10 January 2024, the Government of Saudi Arabia introduced five premium residency products to attract investors, skilled professionals and entrepreneurs. It offers foreign nationals the ability to become temporary or permanent [...]
Egypt
03 Jan 2024Grants foreigners right to own land for investment
On 3 January 2024, Egypt's House of Representatives passed a significant amendment to the Desert Land Law, enabling foreigners to own land for investment projects. The amendment explicitly allows foreign investors to acquire land for [...]
Panama
01 Jan 2024Adopted new incentives for solar energy investment
The National Assembly of Panama adopted Law 417, published on 27 December 2023, which revises Law 37 of 2013 and broadens the incentive framework for the solar power sector. New incentives include tax exemptions and import duty reliefs [...]
Lithuania
01 Jan 2024Amends the Investment law to establish the land reservation scheme and introduce more flexible job creation criteria for large-scale investments
On 21 December 2023, the Seimas of Lithuania implemented several amendments to the Investment Law. Notably, a State land reservation scheme was established to mitigate the shortage of large, developed plots of land for investment projects. [...]
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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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