Boards are increasingly focused on preparedness, particularly in relation to possible restrictions on the movement of people, money, and data. While the current geopolitical landscape presents unprecedented challenges and uncertainties, valuable lessons can be drawn from historical experience and the existing sanctions regime to help businesses anticipate and manage risk.
During the session, the following Reed Smith lawyers will share their insights:
- Alex Brandt (London) and Leigh Hansson (London) will discuss the potential use of sanctions and tariffs as tools of geopolitical pressure and the resulting impact on businesses’ operations.
- David Ashmore (London) will examine possible restrictions on the movement of people, including visa limitations, employee travel refusals, workforce relocation, and the impact of employees’ public opinions on businesses.
- Philip Thomas (London) and Christian Leuthner (Frankfurt) will focus on potential restrictions on data flows, third-party government access to data and corporate devices, and increased regulatory scrutiny of businesses.
- Rizwan "Rizzy" Qureshi (Washington, DC) will discuss government enforcement in a fragmenting Transatlantic order, including the narrowing of international cooperation, potential expansion of jurisdictional reach by U.S. authorities, and how this impacts corporate governance
The discussion will be facilitated by Asélle Ibraimova (London).
We would be delighted if you could join us. Please feel free to share this invitation with colleagues who may also be interested.
