More than $1000bn-worth of infrastructure projects are planned in Latin America in the next few years, according to speakers at the Fourth Latin American Investment Forum.
Panama's new president expected to continue business reforms
Experts believe that the surprise result in Panama's May presidential election will not harm the country's investment attractiveness, which has gone from strength to strength in recent years under the leadership of outgoing president Ricardo Martinelli.
China losing its competitive manufacturing edge: BCG
The rising cost of manufacturing in China has dented the country's competitive advantage as a manufacturing location, according to the Global Manufacturing Cost-Competitiveness Index by the Boston Consulting Group.
Portland joins up to Global Cities Initiative
The Global Cities Initiative has selected another member area, Portland, Oregon, for its economic project.
New York's corporate tax regime improved: Tax Foundation
New York's corporate tax climate has been enhanced by changes announced in the state's new budget, according to think tank the Tax Foundation.
How the biotech bug is spreading
Widely considered the Holy Grail of inward investment, the biotech industry is perceived as possessing relative immunity to economic woes. With such potentially high rewards at stake, more and more destinations are trying to gain a foothold in the sector.
Are inner-cities the place the build innovation?
Just what makes an innovation district? asks Emily J Brown. Is it a city’s cultural vibe, modern amenities and transport? Or is it the mix of business and cutting-edge technology located there?
View from America: The US talent exchange
The US needs to extend more of a welcome to trained talent from abroad.
The changing global energy map
Inspired by the shale revolution in the US, a rising number of firms are looking to profit from the untapped energy potential in other countries, turning typically unattractive investment destinations, such as Tajikistan and Iran, into potentially lucrative markets.
SME attraction: turning the newfound love of SMEs into a lasting relationship
With locations around the world falling for the charms of SMEs, Michal Kaczmarski looks at the innovative ways in which IPAs are attracting and nurturing smaller business, and assesses benefits they receive as the SMEs blossom into something much more lucrative.
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