In this episode, host Jason Hewitt is joined by Efraim Chalamish — NYU professor, senior advisor at Kroll and international media commentator — to explore the complex intersection of energy markets and foreign investment screening. They unpack how the Iran crisis has reshaped global energy supply, why investment in renewables and nuclear is surging despite geopolitical fragmentation, and how supply chain dependencies and China adjacency are creating new risks. The conversation also covers sovereign wealth funds, private capital, the data center–driven nuclear boom, battery storage challenges and how evolving FDI regimes are navigating the race to secure tomorrow's energy infrastructure.

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On this episode of "Foreign Correspondent," host Jason Hewitt is joined by Anne Bonet, who led the implementation of Belgium’s FDI regime, and Vincent Mussche, partner at Liedekerke and leader of its foreign investment screening team.Together, they explore the practical realities and policy considerations behind Belgium’s foreign direct investment review process. The discussion covers how Belgium’s unique interfederal structure shapes FDI screening, the types of transactions and sectors that attract closer scrutiny, and the evolving landscape for international investors. Listeners gain insights into the operational aspects of the regime, recent trends in deal reviews, and the factors influencing risk assessments in Belgium’s approach to foreign investment.

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With unprecedented defense spending commitments and a clear focus on innovation, the U.K. faces a critical question:How large of a role should private capital play? Host Jason Hewitt is joined by Air Marshal Andrew Turner, CEO of Saibre Capital and Space4Sight, and Mark Wheatley, founder of Delano Wheatley Consulting and DWC Technology. Together, they delve into the opportunities and challenges for private investment in the U.K.’s defense sector, with a particular focus on emerging dual-use technologies that bridge civilian and military applications.

The discussion highlights the evolving attitudes toward ESG in defense investment, the need for politically aligned and patient capital, and the critical interplay between security and prosperity in a rapidly changing geopolitical landscape.

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