Togo won a record number of greenfield investment projects last year.

Lower fertility rates will boost economic growth, according to a demographic model developed by Renaissance Capital. 

$73.8m mega-project will be the first of its kind in the city.

Escalation in protests across the globe in 2019 are forecast to persist into the new decade, according to Verisk Maplecroft report.

Severe threats to the environment accounted for all of the five most likely long-term risks in the WEF’s Global Risks Report 2020.

ING Media names Tokyo, New York, London and Paris as global super brands for digital visibility.

The US has the world’s strongest soft power, while China and Russia are rising in influence, according to a recent ranking from Brand Finance.

Announced greenfield projects into China plummeted in early 2020 with the US and Europe taking the lion's share of global foreign investment. 

Authorities in the US, the EU and across the developed world are stepping up efforts to scrutinise foreign investment on the grounds of both national security and tech sovereignty.

Sustainability is gaining traction in the creative industries, with the Italian region of Trentino designing a film production rating protocol that is being considered by the EU.

Western European carmakers should consider an R&D footprint in CEE, says McKinsey.

Serbia’s minister of finance, Siniša Mali, explains why the country is one of Europe's economic stars, and how its FDI levels have risen on the back of this.

London event hears how the UK export credit agency is increasing its focus on trade with African countries. Jason Mitchell reports.

Foreign investment into Serbia is growing at a healthy pace thanks to its attractive automotive manufacturing industry and highly regarded free zones.

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The documentary "American Factory" tells us communities need to go beyond the job creation narrative when it comes to attracting foreign investment. 

Bangladesh minister for ICT Zunaid Ahmed Palak talks to Jacopo Dettoni about the government’s ambitious Digital Bangladesh programme designed to reach village level. 

Wavteq's Henry Loewendahl discusses which sectors retain potential for foreign investment amid the current global crisis 

FDI in the leisure and entertainment sector has risen sharply in recent years, with Asia-Pacific the leading region 

Covid-19 crisis has laid bare the weaknesses of global value chains around the world

The UK is the top country, but Dublin is leading city, for foreign companies setting up headquarters in Europe, according to fDi’s ranking.

Philomène Dias, director of inward investment at Portuguese investment promotion agency Aicep, on how staff and organisation are working through lockdown.

The UAE followed Singapore’s swift reaction to combat Covid-19, to preserve the health of its citizens. Now moves are in place to tackle the country’s economic wellbeing.

Consulting firms in the Middle East are likely to take a hit in 2020 due to the coronavirus, after two strong years.

The pandemic is likely to hit the Middle East’s more fragile countries hardest.

The federal state of Brandenburg is committed to ensuring investors are welcomed into Frankfurt (Oder) through a string of generous incentives.

Frankfurt (Oder) is building on the strengths of its university to foster the development of successful start-ups through new co-working spaces and the promotion of sustainable practices and products. 

Tesla's decision part of broader trend of investment into Germany at UK's expense.

Marcus Weldon, chief technology officer of Nokia and president of its research arm Nokia Bell Labs, talks about what guided the decision to set up a new global R&D centre and the company’s strategy for driving innovation.

Steve Armitage, general manager of destination at Auckland Tourism, Events and Economic Development explains why the New Zealand city’s international profile is growing so fast.

AstraZeneca will set up a R&D centre and an AI innovation centre in Shanghai, as well as create a $1bn fund that would invest in healthcare start-ups.

Despite recurrent challenges, Afghanistan’s business environment is improving. Now the authorities are working to persuade investors the rewards are worth the risk through a series of economic and legal reforms. 

Asia outstrips the world for tourist arrivals and is still experiencing growth. Constant maintenance and upgrade are essential to maintain this lead.

Ajmal Ahmady, Afghanistan's minister of industries and commerce, outlines government efforts to make the country more conducive to business.

Sino-European foreign direct investment is converging, according to data from fDi Markets.

The eastern Chinese city of Zibo is recognised as the official birthplace of football. However, its local government is hoping it will soon be known for its excellence in the chemical, medical and manufacturing industries.

Having experienced issues with security and bureaucracy for decades, Pakistan is making a comeback as a tourism destination. However, foreign investors have yet to make their presence felt in the sector.

Kyrgyzstan is trying to stabilise a volatile business environment by diversifying its economy away from gold and remittances, and employing an ombudsman to reassure investors.