Regulatory framework defining sanctions has been dynamic and is progressively becoming more complex. In view of the equivocal principles governing the field, the matter of sanctions’ compliance has developed to be one of the crucial elements of business relations in a variety of areas. In practice, while the mainstream talk sees sanctions from the limited angle of trade and commerce, the market has also experienced significant effect on investment arrangements.
We summarise in this practical note the impact of sanctions on global M&A and their role as a driver of increased M&A activity based on the latest examples we have experienced.