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CELIS Thought Leaders Programme

London

Discuss with Europe's Leading Experts

Expand your professional network in the heart of the UK

CELIS Thought Leaders Programme

London (08 April 2026)

Join us in London for a comprehensive one-day round table 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. Based in the heart of UK's vibrant capital city, this course provides an essential insight into investment screening mechanisms in the UK and Ireland with an additional focus on investment screening in financial markets.

  • Multi-jurisdictional and technical discussions
    By examining three jurisdictions per edition, participants develop comparative best practices and strengthen their ability to anticipate regulatory challenges across borders.
  • Industry-specific sessions
    Each edition focuses on key industries, with a focus on sectors covered by the Directive (EU) 2022/2557 on the resilience of critical entities, providing insight into how these sectors operate in practice. 
  • Public-private dialogue and trust-building
    Each country-level session is guided by an official from the screening authority and a private practitioner expert. This joint approach deepens mutual understanding and builds trust among actors involved in complex investment transactions.
  • Small-group interactive sessions
    Participants engage with authorities and peers in a trusted, small-group setting. This format enhances practical skills while fostering meaningful professional networks across the European investment screening community. 

 

The London Edition 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.

Meet the Speakers

UK Panel

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Kathryn Roe

Deputy Director
Investment Security Unit, Cabinet Office, United Kingdom
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Matthew Sinclair-Thomson

Partner
Kirkland & Ellis, London

Irish Panel

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Anne Barrett

Director
Trade Regulation and Investment Screening, Department of Enterprise, Trade and Employment, Ireland

New screening regulation in the EU – What to expect?

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Alexandra Koutoglidou

Head of Unit
European Commission, DG TRADE

Round table on investment screening in financial markets

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Robbert Meijering

Strategic Autonomy and Economic Safety,
Ministry of Economic Affairs

Many more speakers to be announced soon..

CELIS Thought Leaders London is generously supported by

Tickets

Course 6 - London

Fee

Please contact the team directly

 

Fees include

  • A place at the round table together with Europe's leading experts
  • Course material
  • Meals and refreshments during event as set out in schedule
  • One exclusive dinner

    Please reach out to Joanna at jkt@celis.institute for tickets or inquiries.