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Serbia's automotive companies drive inward investment

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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How Serbia has landed on the tech radar

Serbia’s technology cluster is gaining momentum and attracting FDI, for both its software and hardware expertise.




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Spotlight: Serbian free zones

Serbia’s 15 free zones are driving forward an ongoing flurry of foreign investment in the country’s buoyant manufacturing scene, especially in automotives.




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Nokia Bell Labs looks to make maximum impact from minimum sites

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




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India invites foreign capital

India’s 2020 budget continues the process of opening up to overseas investment.




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View from Asia: why Asia needs to nurture its tourism offering

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




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View from Asia: the crippling effect of coronavirus

China's coronavirus outbreak is having a seismic effect in Asia and beyond, writes Lawrence Yeo.




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Latin America embraces China's Belt and Road with enthusiasm

Up to 18 countries across Latin America have joined China’s new Belt and Road Initiative, hoping to boost their infrastructure development and investment.  




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Bolivian minister hails tourism increase

Marcelo Eduardo Arze García, Bolivia’s vice minister of tourism, tells Sebastian Shehadi why tourists are turning their attention to one of South America's less explored destinations. 




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End of the road for Vodafone India?

A government bailout for the ailing subsidiary of the telecoms powerhouse has fallen through. 




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fDi's Virus Diaries: “We’re still receiving new investor attention”

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




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The Global Lawyer: Yukos v Russia mega-litigation revived

The Dutch appeal court has reinstated a major $50bn award to Yukos shareholders by Russia, in a long-running dispute.




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2025 Rivian R1S

What kind of vehicle is the 2025 Rivian R1S? What does it compare to? The Rivian R1S is an electric three-row SUV with three battery pack size options. With its gut-dropping acceleration, bona fide off-road prowess, and overall on-road comfort, it can’t be matched by the Kia EV9, Tesla Model X, and any other of the small but growing number...




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Italian company plans tribute to the Maserati Shamal

Maserati Shamal restomod project in the works Restomod will use Biturbo Coupe body and Ghibli S twin-turbocharged V-6 Production to be limited to 33 units The Maserati Shamal launched in 1990 didn't see much success, despite featuring a body penned by the legendary Marcello Gandini, and a twin-turbocharged V-8 under the hood. It was devised when...




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Lucid Air cop car tested by California Highway Patrol

Lucid Motors is pitching its Air electric sedan as a potential police cruiser. On Sunday the automaker posted photos of an Air decked out in police equipment on X (formerly Twitter). Lucid said the car had recently participated in California Highway Patrol testing, but did not provide any other details. We've reached out to Lucid with questions...




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Kazakhstan takes digital route to prove innovation credentials

As the Digital Kazakhstan programme creates an environment conducive to innovation, start-up hubs are springing up across the country. Their task? To move the economy beyond commodities and make the country a regional centre of innovation. 




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Singapore investment in Indonesia still falling

Project numbers drop almost 40% between 2017 and 2018.




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FDI into Lithuania increases in 2018

Lithuania is enjoying a boost in FDI project and jobs, with the capital, Vilnius, getting the lion's share.




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Manufacturing FDI into India on an upward curve

Figures show 2018 was India’s best year for manufacturing FDI in seven years.




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UK top destination for financial services FDI in Europe

Over the past three years, the UK has led Europe for financial services FDI, with the US as top investor. Emma McCoy reports.




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Cistri helps shape the cities and communities of Asia

Australian urban planning and design and economics consultancy Cistri is using its evidence-based insights to help Asian developers design and plan urban communities that enhance quality of life.




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High-flying inspection system lands in Australia

Utilities in Australia are looking to the sky when it comes to avoiding costly network failures and bushfires, enlisting the expertise of investors such as Canada’s Aethon Aerial Solutions to monitor power lines.




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Canadian miner capitalises on golden opportunity in Victoria

Australia’s proud mining history, the quality of its workers and high working standards were instrumental in bringing Canadian mining and exploration company Kirkland Lake Gold to the Victorian gold fields.




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Starware sets up Asia-Pacific HQ in Australia

Dutch company Starware has defied the challenges of COVID-19 and established a subsidiary in Melbourne, Victoria.




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Maeil Dairies makes first investment in Australian dairy facility

Maeil Dairies Australia has invested A$13.5 million to acquire Corio Bay Dairy Group’s partially built dairy processing facility in Geelong, Victoria.




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Australia welcomes new animation studio

American entertainment studio Bento Box Entertainment has partnered with Australia’s Princess Pictures to form a new animation studio




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Australian space industry set to rocket to new heights

Australia’s space industry is ready for lift-off, after granting the first-ever launch facility licence to Australian company Southern Launch.




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Israel’s IAI enters into JV with Australian mining services company

Israel Aerospace Industries (IAI) has entered into a joint venture with Australia’s Bis to launch Auto-mate, a new company that will provide autonomous systems to the mining industry.




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New PwC delivery centre to meet Australian demand for cyber services

Australia’s demand for cyber services has prompted PwC Australia to open a new onshore delivery centre in Adelaide, South Australia.




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PUBNUB: Making Engaging Realtime Experiences a Reality in India

Realtime Communication is providing enterprises with an innovative way to deliver better, more cost-effective customer service.
Technology companies in India are racing towards a more connected and always-on world, making it easier, faster, safer, and more convenient for everyday people to do the things they need and achieve the things about which they dream. PubNub’s Realtime Communication Platform provides the backbone that any company can rely on to deliver engaging experiences that users love, including fast-growing companies like Swiggy, Apollo Health and others.





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Environment Variables in Apache and Xampp

Few days back one of my friend's project database credentials got exposed. After some investigation, we realized that it is because of the .git config commit. I would recommend configuring your sensitive credentials with operating system environment variables. This way you can protect information from the code base. This post will explain how to set up an environment variable for an Apache web server.





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Insight – US grants new access for Australian roasted macadamia nuts

The US has granted new market access for Australian roasted macadamia nuts.




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Insight – Australian agricultural exporters set to benefit from AI-ECTA

The Australia-India Economic Cooperation and Trade Agreement opens new market access opportunities for Australian agricultural exporters.




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Insight – Australian agricultural exporters set to benefit from A-UK FTA

Australian agricultural exporters will benefit from tariff eliminations when the Australia-UK Free Trade Agreement enters into force.




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Insight – Cultural insights help tourism businesses welcome Indian visitors

India is one of Australia’s fastest growing tourism markets. Tourism businesses can realise the potential of the Indian market by learning about travellers’ culture and service expectations.




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Insight – The impact of recent South American free trade agreements on Australian agriculture

Recent South American free trade agreements will have implications for Australian agricultural exports.




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Insight – Opportunities for Australian sheepmeat exports to India

There are strong prospects for Australian sheepmeat exporters, thanks to rising demand and reduced tariffs under Australia’s trade agreement with India.




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Insight – Australian dairy exports to Chile to benefit from improved market access

New rule changes mean Australian dairy establishments exporting to Chile will no longer be required to undergo periodic in-country audits by Chilean officials.




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Fresh prospects for Australian mining equipment, technology and services (METS) in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 identifies mining as a key component of the Kingdom’s industry strategy. This will open major opportunities for Australian companies in the mining, equipment, technology and services (METS) sector.




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Insight – New access for Australian Hass avocados to India

Australian Hass avocados have received provisional access to the Indian market. New access was granted after Australia demonstrated that its high-quality avocados could meet India’s biosecurity and food import requirements.




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Insight – Additional raw sugar access into the US for Australian exporters until September 2023

Australian raw sugar exporters can take advantage of unused US quotas in 2023.




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Insight – Downstream mining equipment, technology and services opportunities grow in Indonesia

Expansion in processing of nickel, coal and bauxite in Indonesia will increase demand for Australian METS.




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Insight – How global energy prices are affecting the price of Australian farm inputs

Global energy prices have eased, but Australian farmers will continue to pay elevated prices for fertiliser and diesel.




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'Gladiator II' review: Ridley Scott grapples with modern masculinity in ancient Rome

Paul Mescal, Denzel Washington, and Pedro Pascal face off in Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II." Review.




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Why Elon Musk is the real winner of the 2024 US Presidential election

Here's who Elon Musk is considering for a Donald Trump administration that benefits him and his companies like Tesla and SpaceX.




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Social Security recipients get a raise soon. Scammers are on notice.

Social Security recipients will receive a bump in funds soon and scammers may try to target them.




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Aussie food and beverage front and centre at Fijian trade show

Australian food and beverage were a hit at HOTEC, Fiji's premium tourism and hospitality trade event.



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Australia stars at the world’s largest fintech festival

Australian fintechs were in the spotlight at the Singapore Fintech Festival.



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Fruitful show of Aussie produce at Asia Fruit Logistica

Australian produce was in the spotlight at Asia Fruit Logistica, the region’s largest horticultural trade show.



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Australia’s India trade deal set for December go-ahead

Australia’s landmark AI-ECTA trade deal to come into force on 29 December



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