Global Sanctions: The Old, the New, and the Implications for Investors

Multilateral and US sanctions have long played a role in US foreign and security policy. Last year saw the normalization of relations between Cuba and the US as well as a relaxation in US sanctions on Iran. With these and other international developments, what are the implications on US Federal and State sanctions divestment mandates? What do global institutional investors need to know about the sanctions landscape, the countries and companies affected, and the implications on investment decisions?

Speakers

Pat Doherty, Director of Corporate Governance, Office of the New York State Comptroller

Emily Lawrence, Vice President, Head of Business Involvement Screening Research Operations, MSCI

Moderator: Michelle Lapolla Friedman, Executive Director, Business Development Custom and Screening Research, MSCI