United States: Inward/ Foreign Investment

Minimal progress has been achieved towards a permanent settlement of conflict between the DRC and the Rwanda-backed rebel group M23. Fighting in the eastern Congo persists, and both sides continue to accuse...

The FY 2027 H-1B cap lottery data reveals a dramatic transformation in employment-based immigration, driven by USCIS's new wage-based weighted selection process and a $100,000 fee for offshore hires. These policy changes have fundamentally altered employer filing strategies, shifting focus from high-volume foreign recruitment to U.S.-educated talent while prioritizing mid-to-senior level professionals over entry-level candidates.

Three partners from Foley & Lardner share key insights from the Milken Institute Global Conference in Beverly Hills, including Jensen Huang's perspective on AI infrastructure...

Recent gains in Chinese economic influence across Africa highlight gaps in current US Africa strategy, indicating that the current level of engagement may be insufficient to fully counter Beijing’s presence.

The Trump administration's Maritime Action Plan aims to rebuild US shipbuilding capacity, modernize ports, and expand the merchant fleet through unprecedented public-private partnerships.

Navigating the complex process of removal from OFAC's Specially Designated Nationals List requires understanding the regulatory framework, petition requirements, and strategic considerations involved in delisting.

FinCEN's proposed whistleblower program would create substantial financial incentives for reporting violations of the Bank Secrecy Act, US sanctions laws, and related national security regulations, with awards ranging from 10-30% of collected monetary penalties.

In March 2026, China convened its annual Two Sessions, referring to the consecutive meetings of the CPPCC, China’s top political advisory body, and the NPC, China’s national legislature, whose work included legislation to progress further the integration of national minorities ...

Corporate tax remains a key consideration in cross-border investment in 2026, as governments balance competitiveness, revenue protection and alignment with global minimum tax standards.