International Trade & CFIUS: Shrutih Tewarie at NAF Boston
- 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...
- The webinar, held on March 22, 2023, addressed the growing concerns surrounding national security risks associated with inbound foreign investment.
- 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.
Boston, MA – 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, titled “International Trade & CFIUS,” explored the implications of foreign investment in U.S. Businesses, particularly in rapidly evolving sectors.
The webinar, held on , addressed the growing concerns surrounding national security risks associated with inbound foreign investment. According to program descriptions, the discussion was geared towards companies involved in international trade, those seeking foreign financing, and investors looking to acquire or invest in U.S. Businesses – including those from the Netherlands.
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 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. The webinar also focused on industries receiving increased scrutiny from CFIUS, including life sciences, biotechnology, biomanufacturing, artificial intelligence, clean energy, and critical technology.
Tewarie’s expertise in navigating these complex regulations was further underscored by her participation in the 2025 Netherland-America Foundation (NAF) New England Business Roundtable. At that event, she led a discussion titled “From Risk to Resilience: The Legal Side of Innovation,” sharing her perspective on protecting and scaling global research and development through adherence to international trade laws. Erik Huestis, partner and co-chair of the Technology Industry Group at Foley Hoag, moderated the roundtable, with partner Nicole Perez also in attendance.
The NAF New England Business Roundtable, held in in Boston, Massachusetts, focused on how companies can turn legal challenges into opportunities for growth. Tewarie reportedly shared insights on balancing innovation with compliance in the current global landscape.
Tewarie’s work extends beyond these specific engagements. Her capabilities include expertise in export controls and economic sanctions, in addition to CFIUS regulations. She is described as shaping how companies balance innovation with compliance in a complex global landscape.
Greenberg Traurig also noted Tewarie’s presentation at the NAF Boston Chapter Virtual Speaker Series, with a mention of a related event scheduled for in Tokyo, Japan, focusing on supply chain law. The firm highlighted her expertise in the field in their 2026 Chambers Global Guide recognition.
The Netherland-America Foundation (NAF) New England, a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering connections between the Netherlands and the United States, hosted these events as part of its ongoing efforts to support business and innovation on both sides of the Atlantic.