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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1634 resultsBulgaria
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Hungary
01 Jan 2024Introduces tax relief for the pharmaceutical industry
On 17 July 2023, the Government of Hungary enacted Government Decree No. 317/2023 (VII.17.), amending provisions related to extra-profit taxes in the pharmaceutical industry. This amendment introduces tax relief, enabling taxpayers [...]
Canada
01 Jan 2024Introduced new reporting obligations relating to forced and child labour in supply chains
On 1 January 2024, the Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act entered into force in Canada. It establishes an obligation for private sector entities and governmental institutions to submit annual reports [...]
Italy
01 Jan 2024Introduces measures to promote investment in the southern regions
On 30 December 2023, the Government of Italy enacted the 2024 Budget Law (Law No. 213 of 30 December 2023), which includes tax measures designed to stimulate investment. These include a new tax credit aimed at encouraging investments [...]
France
01 Jan 2024Makes the foreign investment control regime permanent and further expands its scope
On 28 December 2023, through Decree No. 2023-1293 the Government of France implemented changes to the foreign investment screening regime. Notably, the Decree makes the regime to control non-European investors crossing the 10 per cent [...]
United States of America
01 Jan 2024Beneficial Ownership Information requirements enter into force on 1 January 2024
Starting from 1 January 2024, companies operating in the United States will be required to provide information on their beneficial owners to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network, a bureau of the U.S. Department of the Treasury. [...]
France
30 Dec 2023Introduces tax credits for investments in green energy projects
On 30 December 2023, the Government of France published Law 2023-1322 of 29 December 2023 on finances for 2024, which introduces a tax credit for investments in the production of batteries, solar panels, wind turbines, and heat pumps. [...]
Peru
22 Dec 2023Introduces new incentives for the textile and clothing sectors
On 22 December 2023, Peru adopted the Law No. 31969. Effective from 1 January 2024, this law introduces new measures to enhance competitiveness and job creation in several sectors, including textile, clothing, agriculture, irrigation, [...]
United States of America
22 Dec 2023Introduces secondary sanctions on foreign financial institutions
On 22 December 2023, the President of the United States issued an Executive Order titled "Taking Additional Steps With Respect to the Russian Federation’s Harmful Activities." This order introduces sanctions against foreign financial [...]
Ecuador
20 Dec 2023Adopts PPP regime, SEZ regime and several new investment incentives
On 20 December 2023, Ecuador published the Law on Economic Efficiency and Employment Generation in the Official Gazette, which contains various tax reform measures, including: New Temporary Tax Residence Regime for Individuals: [...]
United States of America
20 Dec 2023The U.S. Treasury revised its Guidance on the Price Cap for Russian Oil
On 20 December 2023, the Treasury of the United States published its updated 'Guidance on Implementation of the Price Cap Policy for Crude Oil and Petroleum Products of Russian Federation Origin', which introduces amendments agreed [...]
European Union
19 Dec 2023Adopts the twelfth package of sanctions against the Russian Federation
On 18 December 2023, the European Union adopted the twelfth sanctions package against the Russian Federation. The new restrictions include additional measures such as asset freezes on economic entities across a range of industrial [...]
Hungary
14 Dec 2023Introduces State's pre-emption right on acquisition of strategic companies involved in solar
On 14 December 2023, the Government of Hungary amended its FDI screening rules through Government Decree No. 566/2023, introducing government pre-emption rights for FDI deals involving strategic solar power plant companies. This right [...]
Netherlands
13 Dec 2023Publishes new guidance on the application of its FDI screening regime
On 13 December 2023, the Investment Assessment Bureau (BTI) of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate published guidelines on the application of its FDI screening regime as laid down in the Vifo Act. The BTI's guidance papers [...]
United States of America
12 Dec 2023Imposed new sanctions relating to the confilct in Ukraine
On 12 December 2023, the Department of the Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the United States, in alignment with commitments from the G7 Meeting, expanded its list of sanctions to include over 150 individuals and [...]
Romania
06 Dec 2023Amends its FDI screening regime
On 29 November 2023, the Government of Romania introduced amendments to its FDI screening regime through the Emergency Ordinance No. 108/2023. The amendments expands the scope of the screening mechanism, which now encompasses below-control [...]
Saudi Arabia
05 Dec 2023Offers a 30-year tax relief package to attract regional corporate headquarters
On 5 December 2023, the Government of Saudi Arabia offered a 30-year tax exemption package for foreign companies establishing their regional headquarters (RHQ) in Saudi Arabia. The incentive is a key part of its campaign to attract [...]
Sweden
01 Dec 2023Introduces FDI screening regime
On 1 December 2023, the Swedish FDI screening regime (Lag om granskning av utländska direktinvesteringar) entered into force, introducing substantial changes to the regulatory framework governing foreign investments in Sweden. Foreign [...]
Uruguay
28 Nov 2023Launched a single window for investment
On 28 November 2023, the Government of Uruguay launched the Single Window for Investment (VUI - Ventanilla Única de Inversiones), accessible at https://vui.gub.uy/. This initiative aims to enhance the business environment in Uruguay [...]
Viet Nam
28 Nov 2023Approves new minimum corporate income tax (CIT) for multinational enterprises
On 29 November 2023, the National Assembly of Viet Nam approved a Resolution No. 39/2023/UBTVQH15 on applying additional corporate income tax in line with the Global Anti-Base Erosion Rules (global minimum tax). Under this resolution [...]
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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.