Tag: Foreign Direct Investment
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A Stronger Africa Requires Stronger Investment Policies: Lessons from Algeria’s Energy Push
Introduction: Africa’s Investment Imperative In a continent rich with natural resources and entrepreneurial energy, the real challenge to transformation lies in policy—specifically, investment policies that attract and retain capital. A thoughtful, stable framework can unlock Africa’s economic potential, especially in the energy sector where international investors seek predictable rules, fair access, and transparent governance. Recent…
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Confounding Investors: Why Philippine Policy Shifts Hold Back Growth
Overview: A Choke Point for Confidence Confounding investors is almost a national sport when policy-making seems to zigzag mid-game. In the Philippines, rapid shifts in regulation, licensing, and project approvals create an unpredictable environment that makes both foreign and local investors cautious. When rules change with limited notice or appear to favor quick political wins…
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China’s Global Investment Surge in 2024
Overview of China’s Outbound Investments China has established itself as a leading powerhouse in both attracting foreign investment and making significant outbound investments. According to the 2024 Annual Report on China’s Foreign Direct Investment, the outbound investment flow reached a remarkable $192.2 billion in 2024, marking the 13th consecutive year that China ranks among the…
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China’s Global Investment Surge: Key Trends and Insights
Introduction to China’s Global Investment Landscape China is increasingly becoming a powerhouse in global investments, cementing its position as one of the largest nations attracting and deploying foreign capital. In 2024, a significant milestone was reached, with China’s outbound foreign direct investment (FDI) flow reaching an impressive $192.2 billion, marking the 13th consecutive year that…