Papua New Guinea Pins Its Hopes On New SEZs
The government has a pipeline of 12 special economic zones to diversify the economy “PNG’s decision to go into SEZs is probably the most...
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July Newsletter: What Are The FDI Sectors Of The Future?
The Asia Pacific Economic Development, FDI, Trade & Investment Community Dear Friends and Colleagues, As part of this month’s newsletter,...
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ASEAN INVESTMENT FORUM: “Investments for Sustainable Development”, 2nd Sept, Jakarta
Organized by United Nations ESCAP, together with the ASEAN Secretariat, the Ministry of Investment of Indonesia and the World Association...
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Jump-Starting Thailand–Indonesia Electric Vehicle Collaboration
A former Indonesian minister of tourism once called Thailand and Indonesia ‘sparring partners’. This can be applied not only to tourism...
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Ranked: The World’s Most Competitive Countries (2019-2023)
Ranking the Most Competitive Countries Around the World Just as a well-made ship needs fair weather for a smooth voyage, businesses need...
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Protectionism: Trade Restrictions Reach An All-Time High
The IMF says “geoeconomic fragmentation” would weigh on global GDP The number of unilateral restrictions imposed by countries on...
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WAIPA Applauds UNCTAD On Launch Of New Generation Productive Capacities Index (PCI)
UNCTAD launches new index for countries to better measure economic potential - Countries can use the new generation Productive Capacities...
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Friend-Shoring Battery Supply Chains
The production of electric vehicle batteries is among the greatest vulnerabilities in the global supply chain as China enjoys a near...
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WEF: We're Entering A New Era For Sustainable Investment. Here's Why
- Three major developments are coinciding to make 2023 the year that started a new era for global investment policy and practice. - New...
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Home-Grown Talent Essential For Investment Promotion
Fierce competition for highly skilled talent from abroad adds weight to domestic programs, Dr Martin Kaspar, fDi Intelligence. Close...
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FDI In AI - What Are The Global Trends?
These has been a massive surge in AI-related FDI, from 369 projects in 2021 to 660 projects in 2022, but what (and where) is driving this...
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UNESCAP Launches Outward FDI Policy Toolkit for Sustainable Development
The toolkit has been developed for policymakers, international organizations, companies, analysts, researchers, and other stakeholders...
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Which Sectors Have Seen The Largest Increase in FDI Since The Pandemic?
Strategic Industries Buck Post-Covid Investment Slump - Chips, renewables, and electronics have seen the largest increase in FDI since...
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The Most Innovative Companies in 2023
Every year, Boston Consulting Group (BCG) releases their Most Innovative Companies ranking. Based on a survey of over 1,000 innovation...
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How Is Climate Change Risk Affecting FDI Inflows?
New research is examining multinationals’ investment decisions amid increasing climate risk and the vulnerability of FDI in a changing...
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Electric Vehicle FDI Accelerates
A record high of more than $93bn was pledged to projects in 2022, fDi Intelligence A total of 281 FDI projects were recorded in 2022 with...
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Top 10 Crucial Trade Trends in Semiconductors
The strategic geopolitical battle over semiconductors, the key ingredient in computers and phones, is ramping up, as the U.S., China, and...
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Mapped: The State of Economic Freedom in 2023 - Asia Pacific
The concept of economic freedom serves as a vital framework for evaluating the extent to which individuals and businesses have the...
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UAE Builds ‘Corridor Of Opportunity’ With ASEAN Trade Deals As It Tries To Lure China Investments
UAE builds ‘corridor of opportunity’ with ASEAN trade deals as it tries to lure China investments The UAE’s trade minister has said the...
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IMF: World Trade Can Still Drive Prosperity
But the international architecture must adapt to a fast-changing world The tide is turning against economic interdependence and...
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