FINSA

The Foreign Investment and National Security Act of 2007, which took effect on October 24, 2007 amended the Exon-Florio Act of 1988. Under this new rule, CFIUS is now given a 45-day compulsory period to formally look into investments owned by foreign government entities. The amendments also included, among other provisions, the identification of the so-called critical structures for a more thorough analysis and inquiry by the CFIUS. However, this Act will not only affect foreign government entities, but also foreign private investors who are planning on setting up an investment venture in the United States. Hence, they should be mindful of this legal development.

The Knowledge Congress is assembling a panel of experts from the government and key thought leaders in the field of investments who will discuss the substantial aspects of this Act. Every concerned sector has to know the aspects of these acts including the advantages/disadvantages and their impact on foreign investments. The two-hour teleconference will also include a live interaction with the audience through a question and answer portion towards the end of the presentation.

Featured Speakers for FINSA (Foreign Investment and National Security Act of 2007):

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SEGMENT 1:


Stephen W. Preston, Co-Chair, Defense and National Security Practice Group
WilmerHale

- CFIUS Basics (abbreviated)
- Strategies for Navigating the Process
- Sovereign Wealth Funds

SEGMENT 2:


Christopher P. Simkins, Of Counsel
Covington & Burling LLP

- Insight into the risk model that CFIUS uses
- Insight into the interplay among agencies within CFIUS
- How political pressure affects (or doesn't affect) CFIUS

SEGMENT 3:


Jeanne Archibald, Director of International Trade Group
Hogan & Hartson

- Key changes in proposed CFIUS regulations (including new EO)
- Preparing and executing a political strategy
- Interaction of CFIUS with other regulatory processes


WilmerHale
Stephen W. Preston
Co-Chair, Defense and National Security Practice Group
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Covington & Burling LLP
Christopher P. Simkins
Of Counsel
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Hogan & Hartson
Jeanne Archibald
Director of International Trade Group
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Who Should Attend?

Prospective investors in U.S. Companies and Their Advisers

Why Attend?

- This is a must attend event for anyone interested in understanding FINSA
- New guidance explained by the most qualified key leaders & experts
- Hear directly from key regulators & thought leaders
- Interact directly with panel during Q&A

Registration Information

** Discounts Apply for early registration

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