The Dutch government has announced a significant expansion of the ‘Wet veiligheidstoets investeringen, fusies en overnames’ (Vifo Act), the Netherlands’ investment screening framework. It is proposed that, with effect from Jan. 1, 2027, six additional technology sectors will become subject to mandatory security screening in the context of investments, mergers, and acquisitions. This development reflects the Netherlands’ commitment to protecting national security while maintaining an open economy.
