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Foreign Ownership Regulatory Requirements

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman LLP

847 Awaiting Takeoff: DCSA Issues Guidance on Expanded Scope of FOCI Assessments

Section 847, which will expand foreign ownership, control or influence requirements to non-classified contracts, is on track for implementation in 2026. Section 847 of the National Defense Authorization Act for FY 2020...more

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DCSA Updates SF-328 for Cleared US Government Contractors and Academic Institutions

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The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) announced the approval of updates made to the Certificate Pertaining to Foreign Interests, or Standard Form (SF) 328, on May 7, 2025. This revised form requires more...more

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ECB flags reliance of EU card payments on international schemes

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The European Central Bank (ECB) has published a report on card schemes and processors. The report provides an updated analysis of the development of card schemes and processing entities in EU member states...more

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The Benefits of ADGM for International Businesses

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Expanding into the Middle East: The Benefits of ADGM for International Businesses - The Middle East is a pivotal region for global commerce, offering a unique blend of cultural richness, strategic location, and economic...more

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New Rules Regarding the Purchase of Florida Real Property by Certain Persons or Entities from China

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​​​​​​​On February 6, 2025, Rules 73C-61.001-.007, F.A.C. (“PRC Rules”), go into effect for implementing Section 692.204, Florida Statutes—the law restricting the purchase of real property by certain persons or entities from...more

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Powering Up Data Centre Development in SE Asia with New Direct PPA Frameworks

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This insight highlights government initiatives in Southeast Asia that promote data centre development through Direct Power Purchase Agreements schemes. As jurisdictions compete to attract investment in the power intensive...more

Blank Rome LLP

[Webinar] Navigating Federal and State Scrutiny of Foreign Ownership of U.S. Real Estate - October 29th, 10:00 am - 11:00 am EDT

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Companies should be aware of the current federal and state laws and regulations concerning foreign ownership of U.S. real estate, including review by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (“CFIUS”) and...more

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Enter the Fray: Florida Restricts Certain Foreign Ownership of Real Property

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Lawsuit Against Florida Law Restricting Certain Foreign Ownership of Real Property Set for Hearing This Week, DOJ Supports but 12 States Oppose - On July 1, 2023, SB 264 (Chapter No. 2023-33, Laws of Florida) took effect....more

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Australia's New Register of Foreign Ownership of Australian Assets Commences on July 1, 2023

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In Short - The Situation: From July 1, 2023, foreign investors in Australia will be subject to new registration requirements under Australia's foreign investment regime....more

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What are the conditions to purchase a property in the UAE?

The UAE is a popular destination for real estate investment due to its booming economy, attractive tax benefits and stable political environment. Purchasing a property in the UAE can be an attractive investment opportunity...more

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Outlook for Reverse Mergers

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We have seen the IPO market stall, and the SPAC boom is now bust. So, what options are there for private companies looking to enter the public market in today’s economic climate? A transaction structured as a “reverse...more

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New Disclosure Requirements Imposed on Overseas Entities Holding UK Property

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A new Register of Overseas Entities, expected this summer, requires disclosure of beneficial owners. The UK government has introduced legislation1 in Parliament to pave the way for the launch of the new Register of...more

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United Kingdom Legislates Against Opaque Overseas Ownership of Property

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With sanction regimes taking centre-stage in the global response to the Russian invasion of Ukraine, transparency of property ownership has accelerated to become a priority of the United Kingdom’s government. On 15 March...more

Morgan Lewis

Are UAE Restrictions on Foreign Ownership About to End? What You Should Know

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New changes to UAE corporate and foreign ownership laws will abolish longstanding foreign ownership restrictions and remove substantial barriers to doing business in the UAE. ...more

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP

SEC Staff Issues Disclosure Guidance on International Intellectual Property and Technology Risks

In December 2019, the Division of Corporation Finance (Staff) of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) published new "CF Disclosure Guidance: Topic No. 8" (Guidance) regarding disclosure obligations companies...more

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Digital Battle in Russia: Russian Parliament will consider a Draft Law on Foreign Ownership Restrictions in Significant Internet /...

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Russia is facing potential restrictions of foreign ownership in digital companies. This follows on similar restrictions over Russian mass media companies and online cinemas which took effect in 2016 and 2017, respectively....more

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Whose property is it anyway? Government publishes plans for beneficial ownership register

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Draft legislation to implement the government’s proposals for a “beneficial ownership register” has finally been published and the government is seeking views on the detail. The Registration of Overseas Entities Bill follows...more

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