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CELIS Thought Leaders Programme

Brussels

Discuss with Europe's Leading Experts

Expand your professional network in the heart of Brussels

CELIS Thought Leaders Programme

Brussels (20-21 February 2025)

Join us in Brussels for a comprehensive two-day course on the challenges of investment screening. Screening of foreign investments for security concerns is rapidly expanding in both scope and complexity, as is the need for legal professionals to be able to navigate the complexities of foreign investment. Located in the heart of Brussels, this course provides a deep dive into the law and policy of investment screening in Belgium, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands, with an additional focus on investment screening in seaport infrastructure.

In this course, participants will:

  • Engage with experienced professionals from various sectors to gain a comprehensive understanding of investment screening.
  • Benefit from unique networking opportunities with fellow professionals, foster valuable connections and strengthen their referral network.
  • Participate in interactive sessions analysing and discussing relevant case scenarios and important regulatory aspects.
  • Learn more about investment screening in the fields of seaport infrastructure.

The Brussels course is an integral part of the CELIS Institute's Thought Leaders Programme. Designed for attorneys-at-law, government officials, judges, and in-house lawyers, this course is your pathway to mastering the legal and policy aspects of investment screening and positioning yourself at the forefront of your field.

Course Schedule

CELIS Thought Leaders Programme - Brussels

In Brussels the Course will address the following:

  • In-depth analysis of FDI screening in 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗴𝗶𝘂𝗺, 𝗟𝘂𝘅𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗼𝘂𝗿𝗴, and 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀
  • A dedicated panel on "𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝘀𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗺𝗶𝗰 𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗘𝘂𝗿𝗼𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘀"
  • Don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking program that bridges knowledge and practice. Secure your place today—tickets are limited.
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CELIS Thought Leaders Program: Course 3 - Brussels
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Meet the Trainers (more to be announced)

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Isabelle Ryckbost

Secretary General
European Sea Ports Organisation (ESPO)
Leicester, England

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Anne Bonet

Head of FDI Screening
Belgian Interfederal Screening Commission
Brussels, Belgium

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Jochem De Kok

Senior Associate
A&O Shearman
Amsterdam, The Netherlands

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Ivo Nobel

Head of FDI
Ministry of Economic Affairs and Climate Change
Den Haag, The Netherlands

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Aiste Slezeviciute

Head of Sector, FDI Screening
DG Trade, EU Commission
Brussels, Belgium

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U.S. Department of Homeland Security

Representative  

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Kathleen Van Brempt

Member of the European Parliament
European Parliament
Brussels, Belgium

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Francesca Ghiretti

Research Leader
RAND Europe
London, England

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Vincent Mussche

Partner
Liedekerke
Brussels, Belgium

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Marc Scheer

Deputy co-chair of the inter-ministerial committee for investment screening
Ministry of Economy
Luxembourg

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Tickets

Course 3 - Brussels

Fees include

  • Sessions led by leading experts
  • Course material
  • Meals and refreshments during event as set out in schedule
  • One exclusive dinner

CELIS Affiliates from private practice receive an extra 10% discount.

CELIS Affiliates from government, academia, and as inhouse lawyers receive an extra 5% discount.

Please get in touch with us when you want to book the courses as a CELIS Affiliate.