Expert Discusses Complexities of Foreign Investment in U.S. Businesses

Shrutih Tewarie of Foley Hoag LLP presents on CFIUS regulations at NAF Boston virtual event

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Shrutih R. Tewarie, a leading expert in international trade law and national security, recently presented on the complexities of the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) at a virtual speaker series hosted by the NAF Boston Chapter. The presentation explored the implications of foreign investment in U.S. businesses, particularly in rapidly evolving sectors like life sciences, biotechnology, and artificial intelligence.

Why it matters

The discussion was particularly relevant for startups and high-growth companies, given the recent expansion of CFIUS's jurisdiction to include certain non-controlling foreign investments. As foreign investment in U.S. businesses continues to raise national security concerns, understanding CFIUS regulations has become crucial for companies seeking capital or engaging in mergers and acquisitions with foreign entities.

The details

Tewarie, a partner and co-chair of the International Trade & National Security practice at Foley Hoag LLP, detailed how CFIUS, an inter-agency committee of the U.S. Government, reviews transactions for potential threats. The presentation highlighted the impact of CFIUS regulations on U.S. companies seeking capital or engaging in mergers and acquisitions with foreign entities.

  • The webinar was held on March 22, 2023.
  • Tewarie also participated in the 2025 Netherland-America Foundation (NAF) New England Business Roundtable in September 2025.

The players

Shrutih R. Tewarie

A leading expert in international trade law and national security, and a partner and co-chair of the International Trade & National Security practice at Foley Hoag LLP.

Foley Hoag LLP

A law firm with expertise in international trade and national security, where Tewarie is a partner and co-chair of the International Trade & National Security practice.

Netherland-America Foundation (NAF) New England

A non-profit organization dedicated to fostering connections between the Netherlands and the United States, which hosted the events where Tewarie presented.

Erik Huestis

A partner and co-chair of the Technology Industry Group at Foley Hoag LLP, who moderated the 2025 NAF New England Business Roundtable where Tewarie participated.

Nicole Perez

A partner at Foley Hoag LLP, who also attended the 2025 NAF New England Business Roundtable.

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What they’re saying

“The presentation highlighted the impact of CFIUS regulations on U.S. Companies seeking capital or engaging in mergers and acquisitions with foreign entities.”

— Shrutih R. Tewarie, Partner and Co-Chair, International Trade & National Security practice, Foley Hoag LLP

What’s next

Tewarie is scheduled to present on supply chain law at an event hosted by Greenberg Traurig in Tokyo, Japan on April 9, 2026.

The takeaway

As foreign investment in U.S. businesses continues to raise national security concerns, understanding CFIUS regulations has become crucial for companies seeking capital or engaging in mergers and acquisitions with foreign entities, particularly in rapidly evolving sectors like life sciences, biotechnology, and artificial intelligence.