Deals involving a much wider range of activities may also trigger FDI filing obligations, even if they do not raise concerns.

Where a transaction requires FDI approval, such approval typically must be obtained before the deal can be closed. As such, obtaining FDI approval is as critical to deal timing as merger control or foreign subsidies clearance.

We regularly conduct multi-jurisdictional FDI filing analyses for our clients, in parallel with a review of potential merger control filing requirements and the applicability of the EU Foreign Subsidies Regulation.

This ensures that our clients have a clear, holistic view of where filings need to be made, the risk of regulatory intervention, and the implications on the timeline of the deal.

If FDI filings are required, we prepare these filings and advocate on our client’s behalf to ensure timely approval.

Where necessary, we work with trusted local counsel, providing a seamless “one-stop shop” service to our clients.