Global accounting processes for US companies making international investments are to be streamlined due to a proposal by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to switch to international accounting rules.

UK mining group Vedanta Resources is planning to invest $20bn in India in the next four years to expand its metals, mining and electricity generation operations in the country.

The fDi inaugural Aerospace Manufacturing Investment Competitiveness Index has found the US to rank high above other well-established locations.

Syria’s oil and mineral resources ministry has signed an agreement with China National Petroleum Corporation (CNPC) to build a refinery in the country.

Intercontinental Hotels Group (IHG) will follow a global expansion strategy across emerging markets with the creation of a series of new hotels in Russia, India and Indonesia.

Coca-Cola extends technical operations to China, South Africa and Mexico to support long-term growth plans.

As oil prices rocket, the race to commercialise sustainable energies is becoming ever more frantic. Karen E Thuermer reports.

US universities are transferring some of their skills abroad by setting up medical schools. Karen E Thuermer reports on the benefits and risks.

Retail and tourism developments are a key thread in Dubai’s plans to become a global-scale business and leisure hub, writes Mark Ford