The Leading Gathering of the “Who’s Who” of the European FDI Legal and Investor Community
How are legal experts and practitioners navigating evolving FDI and merger control complexities? How are they piloting through restrictive investments in both developed and emerging FDI environments? What are the latest trends in foreign subsidy due diligence for private equity firms headed into 2025?
C5’S 6th European Forum on Global FDI Reviews will delve into the critical changes affecting investment professionals working amid evolving foreign direct investment screening regulations, complex and sometimes obstructive merger controls and complex foreign subsidy limitations. The most trusted Foreign Direct Investment Review Forum in Europe gathers the foremost FDI practitioners and corporate executives from across the EU, UK, the U.S. and more advising on all aspects of foreign investment review and multi-jurisdictional transactions.
Government Speakers
Damien Levie
Head of Tech & Security, FDI Screening Unit, DG Trade
European Commission
Dr. Thorsten Käseberg
Head of Competition Policy
BMWK (Germany)
Thomas Ernoult
Head of Foreign Investment Screening
French Treasury (France)
Kathryn Roe
Deputy Director, Investment Security Unit
UK Cabinet Office (UK)
Marie Eve Roy Marcoux
Senior Director for Investment Review
Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Government of Canada
Lars-Göran Larsson
Head of Department, Department for Foreign Direct Investments
Inspectorate of Strategic Products (ISP) (Sweden)
Conference Co-Chairs
Dr. Andrea Pomana
Partner
Simmons & Simmons (Germany)
Olivia Lê Horovitz
Partner
Rimon, P.C. (France)
Davina Garrod
Partner
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP (UK)
Corporate Faculty
Fernando Sebastian Íscar Rüland
Senior Legal Counsel, Merger Control & FDI
thyssenkrupp (Germany)
Stephan Purps
Legal Director
BASF SE (Germany)
Key Topics
Refine Your Cross-Border Strategy: Rethinking Major Decisions and Points of Tension Affecting the Fate of Transactions
Maximize Deal Success Amid Global Market Shifts
Gain strategic insights into how evolving policy landscapes, regulatory uncertainty, and geopolitical tensions are reshaping cross-border M&A. Learn how to optimize transaction structures and avoid roadblocks in foreign investment and trade-sensitive industries.
Navigate FDI Risks Posed by China – From Data Security, Cyber, Market Volatility to Evolving Geopolitics
Mitigate High-Stakes FDI Challenges with Strategic Foresight
Stay ahead of critical foreign direct investment (FDI) risks tied to China. Understand the legal and regulatory red flags—from cyber compliance and national security scrutiny to economic instability and diplomatic dynamics – so you can proactively protect your investments.
Benefit from a Comparative Analysis of the Screening Frameworks in Germany, France, Italy, UK, Spain and Sweden – and Their Interplay
Streamline Multinational FDI Compliance with a Country-by-Country Deep Dive
Navigate Europe’s fragmented foreign investment screening regimes with clarity. Compare FDI review thresholds, enforcement trends, and sector-specific sensitivities across six key jurisdictions to shape a more resilient, compliant investment strategy.
Dissect the Expanding Scope of FDI Reviews – from Environmental, Emerging Tech and Maritime to AI, EVs and More Critical Sectors
Anticipate and Adapt to the Growing Reach of Global FDI Reviews
Learn how foreign investment reviews are now encompassing broader national interests – from climate and sustainability to artificial intelligence, maritime infrastructure, and electric vehicles. Position your portfolio to align with these expanding mandates and avoid last-minute deal disruptions.
Clarify U.S. Outbound Investment Reviews: Priorities, Investor Signals and Potential Legal Pitfalls
Demystify Outbound Investment Oversight to Minimize Regulatory Risk
Unpack the evolving landscape of U.S. outbound investment reviews, including new government priorities, red flags for investors, and compliance risks. Stay informed on enforcement trends and anticipate regulatory pushback before finalizing key investment decisions.
Gain Key Updates on the New Impacts of FSR on Private Equity: New Due Diligence and Enforcement Considerations
Unlock Smarter PE Transactions in the Age of the Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR)
Discover how the EU’s Foreign Subsidies Regulation (FSR) is reshaping private equity transactions. Learn to adjust due diligence practices, flag potential risks, and adapt to enforcement trends that could stall or reshape cross-border deals.
Who Should Attend
- General Counsel
- Compliance Officers
- Investment Officers
- Private Equity Professionals
- Legal Affairs
- Private Practitioners Specializing in:
- Merger Controls
- National Security
- Government Contracts
- Foreign Investments
- International Trade
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