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Nordic FDI seminar

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Borenius, Kromann Reumert, Logos, Thommessen and Vinge kindly invite you to our afternoon seminar focusing on Foreign direct investment (FDI) in the Nordics.

FDI plays a crucial role in shaping the business landscape across the Nordics. This seminar provides a unique opportunity to gain insights into the latest trends, regulations, and opportunities for FDI in Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Norway and Sweden. Our panel of experts from leading the law firms will share their perspectives on navigating the complexities of FDI in the region.

Key note | FDI regimes in a strategic perspective: trends and opportunities
Hedvig Moe // Partner // Thommessen
Hedvig is a distinguished legal expert with extensive leadership experience in financial crime, geopolitics, sanctions and national security. Her high-level roles in the National Authority for Investigation and Prosecution of Economic Crime and the Norwegian Police Security Service (PST) have made her a trusted advisor to top executives and boards. Known for her strategic insight into crisis management and political processes, Hedvig excels in guiding organizations through complex legal and risk landscapes.

Country presentation of national FDI regimes in Finland, Denmark, Iceland, Norway and Sweden
Representatives from Borenius, Kromann Reumert, Logos, Thommessen and Vinge.

Ilkka Aalto-Setälä // Partner // Borenius
Bart Creve // Partner // Kromann Reumert
Gudbjorg Hjartardottir // Partner // LOGOS
Eivind J. Vesterkjær // Partner // Thommessen
Daniel Wendelsson // Partner // Vinge

Followed by Q&A

Expertise

Speakers

  • Image of Eivind J. Vesterkjær, Partner og Advokat See CV for Eivind J. Vesterkjær

    Eivind J. Vesterkjær, Partner Advokat

    Eivind advises clients on competition law (including merger control), public procurement, state aid, regulatory issues, FDI, and general business law. He has broad experience from a variety of sectors and industries, including technology & telecom, financial services, shipping, energy, life sciences, and consumer retail. Eivind has for a number of years been ranked among Norway's leading lawyers within competition law and public procurement. According to clients quoted by The Legal500 2022, Eivind "has very high integrity, and puts our interests as a client first like few other lawyers do. His ability to provide sound legal advice applied to our business is second to none. Also, he is a genuinely pleasant person to work with." Eivind is a member of the Norwegian Bar Association's expert committee for European law and competition law.
  • Image of Hedvig Moe, Partner og Advokat See CV for Hedvig Moe

    Hedvig Moe, Partner Advokat

    Hedvig began her legal career at Thommessen in 2000 and returned to the firm in May 2023. In the intervening years, she held key positions at the National Authority for Investigation and Prosecution of Economic and Environmental Crime, where she primarily focused on financial crime and held the position as acting director. Hedvig has also held leadership roles in the Norwegian Police Security Service (PST), including Deputy Director, where she developed knowledge on topics such as geopolitics, national security, and foreign intelligence. This has also provided her with valuable experience in collaborating with the defense sector. Through these and several other public sector positions, she has gained a deep understanding of central and local administration, political processes, and legislative work. At Thommessen, she leads the firm's National Security Advisory, where she provides legal and strategic advice across all areas relevant to national security. This includes the Security Act, personnel security, foreign direct investment (FDI), and defense procurements. Hedvig is also responsible for the firm's advisory on compliance, export control, and sanctions legislation. Hedvig has substantial experience with crisis planning and management, as well as public and media relations.