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EU investment-screening revamp hits red lines laid down by governments over scope

By Oscar Pandiello ( December 5, 2025, 13:17 GMT | Insight) -- Key parts of the planned EU revamp of foreign-investment screening face rejection by EU governments, which are pushing back against extending scrutiny to sectors such as financial services and critical medicines. Diplomats from 15 member states spoke at a meeting on Friday to outline priorities and red lines ahead of a final round of talks due on Dec. 11 with EU lawmakers, who continue to advocate for a far broader scope.Key parts of the planned EU revamp of foreign-investment screening face rejection by EU governments, particularly its sectoral scope, with several drawing clear red lines as legislative talks enter their final phase, MLex has learned....

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