Key terms still hazy under Exon-Florio

Article Abstract:

The final regulations for implementing Sec. 721 of Title VII of the Defense Production Act of 1950, formulated by the Treasury Dept., address the national security considerations of foreign investment in the United States. Unfortunately, the new regulations are still unclear as to which investments might 'impair' national security. The regulations reflect a compromise between those who want no obstacles to the flow of foreign investment and those who want vigorous review of that investment.

Economic aspects, Economic policy, National security, International trade regulation, United States. Department of the Treasury, United States. Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States

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SEC disclosure; international deals

Article Abstract:

Issues are discussed regarding the SEC cooperation in an international move to unify securities disclosure rules. The agency is a member of the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO), and IOSCO has its members subscribe to international disclosure standards which facilitate cross-border investment.

International aspects, Disclosure (Securities law)

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Major change in disclosure law to take effect soon; applications will be published 18 months after first priority date, even if no patent issues

Article Abstract:

Pre-grant publication of patents to take effect on Nov 29, 1999, is discussed. This provision is part of a larger movement to harmonize patent globally and was part of the Inventor's Rights Act of 1999. Examiners may treat published applications as prior art from their original filing dates.

Investigations, Powers and duties, Patents, United States. Patent and Trademark Office

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