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France Boosts Oversight on Foreign Investments
The French government has launched new measures to tighten control over foreign investments in companies operating in strategic sectors, aiming to protect national security and economic sovereignty. The new laws require any investor outside the European Union wishing to acquire 10% or more of the shares of a listed French company or one operating in foreign markets to obtain prior approval from the government, compared to the previous threshold of 25%. This move comes amid escalating geopolitical tensions and a significant rise in Chinese and foreign investments in Europe, especially in the fields of technology, energy, and military industries. These measures enable France to intervene before foreign investors gain complete control and help maintain a balance between attracting investments and safeguarding national security. This step is part of a broader trend within the European Union to enhance oversight of investments in critical sectors, emphasizing the concept of "economic sovereignty" to ensure that foreign investments do not undermine the independence of national decision-making or European security.
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