Ongoing uncertainty about the future of UK-EU relations is already having a significant impact on EU27 businesses, while the UK is seeing reduced trade and investment and fewer skills crossing the Channel, according to Baker McKenzie’s recent survey. Sebastian Shehadi reports.
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Macedonia-Greece name change accord is bittersweet for FDI
Greece and Macedonia have signed an accord that formally ends a decades-long dispute. While this is positive news for Macedonia’s EU accession, political tensions have been stoked. Sebastian Shehadi reports.
Sydney surfs the tech wave
Technology thrives on the flow of talent, ideas and money, and Sydney is building on its widespread appeal to build a strong tech ecosystem that adds another international dimension to the city’s economy, writes Douglas Clark.
Jordan hopes to cash in on Middle East oasis status
With most of its neighbours suffering unrest, Jordan is a relative oasis of calm in the Middle East. Its minister of state for investment hopes this will encourage investors to its free zones, as Adrienne Klasa discovers.
Unctad World Investment Report shows 23% FDI dip in 2017
Unctad's World Investment Report 2018 shows a 23% dip in FDI, with developing economies bearing the brunt of this fall. Sebastian Shehadi reports.
Political uncertainty considered top concern among European investors, says EY survey
Despite geopolitical tensions, foreign investors remain confident in European investments, reports Timothy Conley.
Moldova elections show a country stuck between Russia and EU
Moldova’s impressive FDI performance may be threatened if the country swings fully into Russia’s orbit during the upcoming elections. Emerson Davis reports.
Jordanian PM resigns but FDI likely to remain stable
Ongoing protests in Amman have led Jordanian prime minister Hani Al-Mulki to step down but FDI inflows are likely to remain stable – for now. Sebastian Shehadi reports.
Amsterdam and Stuttgart among Europe’s next office hotspots
Research by JLL predicts medium-sized cities will outperform major European cities such as London and Paris. Sebastian Shehadi reports.
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