On 29 April 2026, BE-NEXEL and partners hosted a high-level hybrid webinar bringing together business leaders, diplomats, and legal experts from across the globe to address the most pressing challenges facing SMEs in cross-border operations today. Here is a recap of what was discussed.

As part of our ongoing commitment to delivering high-impact events at the intersection of law, business, and diplomacy, BE-NEXEL is proud to co-host this hybrid webinar alongside HCLA, Knowleds, and the Brussels Diplomatic Academy of the Vrije Universiteit Brussel.

Join us on 29 April 2026 for a practice-oriented session where a panel of distinguished experts will address the most pressing challenges facing SMEs in cross-border operations today — from sanctions and regulatory complexity to geopolitical risk and operational continuity. Free registration is now open.

In international business, opportunities appear quickly. New partners, new markets, and new investments can open the door to exciting growth.

But there is one question many companies forget to ask:

Who is really behind the company you are about to work with?

Many businesses rely on KYC (Know Your Customer) checks. While important, KYC mainly verifies identity. It rarely reveals the deeper realities behind a transaction, such as ultimate ownership, financial reliability, regulatory exposure, hidden liabilities, or reputational risks.

In cross-border transactions, these risks are often embedded within complex corporate structures spanning multiple jurisdictions. Understanding who controls a company, what risks may exist, and whether a transaction is truly safe requires far more than reviewing documents.

Proper due diligence goes much further than KYC.

It requires experienced legal professionals, a strong understanding of international business, and access to trusted global networks that can verify company structures, identify risks, and uncover potential issues before agreements are signed.

At BE-NEXEL, in cooperation with the international legal and arbitration network HCLA, we help companies carry out deeper legal and commercial checks before entering international partnerships.

Our goal is simple:
to help businesses expand globally with confidence, clarity, and protection.

In global business, trust should not be based on documents alone.
It should be built on careful verification.

Before you sign.
Before you invest.
Before you expand.

Make sure you truly know your partner.

BE-NEXEL | Law & Business Solutions for Global Growth

Mexico as a Strategic Investment Platform: Key Insights from the Brussels Dialogue

On 26 February 2026, policymakers, business leaders, and legal experts gathered at the Embassy of Mexico in Brussels for the event “Investing and Trading with Mexico – A Global Platform for Strategic Opportunities.” The event, organized by BE-NEXEL in collaboration with the Hague Centre for Law and Arbitration (HCLA) and Knowleds, brought together key voices to explore Mexico’s expanding role in global trade and investment.

The discussion featured distinguished participants including Leda Giuffrida, Dominic Boucsein, Francisco Tovar, César Guerra Guerrero, Erik Van De Sande, and Ali Marossi, who collectively examined the evolving economic relationship between Mexico and Europe and the practical considerations for companies seeking to enter the Mexican market.

Across the panels, a clear theme emerged: Mexico is increasingly positioned as a strategic gateway for international investment, particularly in the context of global supply chain reconfiguration and growing demand for resilient trade corridors. With a strong industrial base, access to major global markets, and an extensive network of trade agreements, Mexico offers investors a unique platform to operate across North America, Europe, and beyond.

The conversations also highlighted sectors with particularly strong potential—from advanced manufacturing and automotive supply chains to clean energy, logistics infrastructure, and emerging technology industries. These opportunities are further reinforced by Mexico’s young and competitive workforce, expanding industrial ecosystem, and the country’s continued efforts to strengthen investment frameworks and international cooperation.

At the same time, the dialogue underscored the importance of structured guidance and legal clarity for companies navigating cross-border expansion. This is precisely where BE-NEXEL, working alongside HCLA and Knowleds, plays a key role. By combining legal expertise, strategic advisory, and international business insight, our collaborative approach helps investors assess opportunities, mitigate risk, and structure successful market entry strategies.

For companies looking to expand globally, Mexico represents not only a market—but a strategic platform for growth. As global trade continues to evolve, the opportunities emerging from the EU–Mexico relationship are significant, and those prepared to engage early stand to benefit the most.

At BE-NEXEL, our mission remains clear: helping businesses Think Global, Go Global with confidence.

Mexico as a Strategic Investment Platform: Key Insights from the Brussels Dialogue

On 26 February 2026, policymakers, business leaders, and legal experts gathered at the Embassy of Mexico in Brussels for the event “Investing and Trading with Mexico – A Global Platform for Strategic Opportunities.” The event, organized by BE-NEXEL in collaboration with the Hague Centre for Law and Arbitration (HCLA) and Knowleds, brought together key voices to explore Mexico’s expanding role in global trade and investment.

The discussion featured distinguished participants including Leda Giuffrida, Dominic Boucsein, Francisco Tovar, César Guerra Guerrero, Erik Van De Sande, and Ali Marossi, who collectively examined the evolving economic relationship between Mexico and Europe and the practical considerations for companies seeking to enter the Mexican market.

Across the panels, a clear theme emerged: Mexico is increasingly positioned as a strategic gateway for international investment, particularly in the context of global supply chain reconfiguration and growing demand for resilient trade corridors. With a strong industrial base, access to major global markets, and an extensive network of trade agreements, Mexico offers investors a unique platform to operate across North America, Europe, and beyond.

The conversations also highlighted sectors with particularly strong potential—from advanced manufacturing and automotive supply chains to clean energy, logistics infrastructure, and emerging technology industries. These opportunities are further reinforced by Mexico’s young and competitive workforce, expanding industrial ecosystem, and the country’s continued efforts to strengthen investment frameworks and international cooperation.

At the same time, the dialogue underscored the importance of structured guidance and legal clarity for companies navigating cross-border expansion. This is precisely where BE-NEXEL, working alongside HCLA and Knowleds, plays a key role. By combining legal expertise, strategic advisory, and international business insight, our collaborative approach helps investors assess opportunities, mitigate risk, and structure successful market entry strategies.

For companies looking to expand globally, Mexico represents not only a market—but a strategic platform for growth. As global trade continues to evolve, the opportunities emerging from the EU–Mexico relationship are significant, and those prepared to engage early stand to benefit the most.

At BE-NEXEL, our mission remains clear: helping businesses Think Global, Go Global with confidence.

Mexico is increasingly positioned as a strategic hub for international trade and investment. Under the Think Global, Go Global (TGG) programme, HCLA and BE-NEXEL, in collaboration with Knowleds OÜ, will convene a high-level event at the Embassy of Mexico in Brussels to discuss market opportunities and the legal frameworks that shape cross-border business—covering regulation, customs and taxation, contract execution, and dispute resolution. Attendance is by invitation and prior registration.

Entering 2026, cross-border contracts are facing heightened operational and compliance volatility—often surfacing as delay, cost escalation, disrupted payment flows, and supply chain interruption. This post outlines practical contractual tools to manage performance risk and disputes, including force majeure and hardship mechanisms, change-in-law and sanctions clauses, and disciplined notice and mitigation. It also highlights why governing law and dispute resolution design remain decisive for effective enforcement when volatility tests contractual performance.

This webinar summary highlights key discussions on the enforcement of foreign arbitral awards, drawing on expert insights from MENA, the EU, and Central Asia. Held as part of the Team Global Go Global (TGG) initiative, the session brought together arbitrators, legal experts, and academics to examine procedural challenges and regional approaches to award enforcement in international arbitration.

A high-level cross-regional webinar exploring procedural and advocacy perspectives in international arbitration across MENA, Central Asia, and the EU. Featuring leading arbitrators and academics, this session offers practical insights for practitioners engaged in complex cross-border disputes.

Based in The Hague, BE-NEXEL blends legal expertise, strategic business insight, and technology to guide lawyers, businesses, and startups in their international expansion. Through strategic advisory, legal support, and our Think Global Go Global program, we empower clients to navigate global markets with confidence.

Effective dispute management is a critical factor in today's complex business environment. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) offers a range of effective out-of-court dispute resolution methods, including mediation and arbitration. By understanding the differences between these processes, businesses can choose the most appropriate route for their needs.

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