International
As global economies flourish, cities around the world are seeing unprecedented economic expansion. These internationally-produced special text-and-advertising sections highlight the growth and opportunity for potential investors.
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Profiting with Partnerships
Investors are bullish on the Philippines as a new generation president forges partnerships with business for sustainable, accountable and profitable development in an era of robust growth.
December 26, 2011 | more -

Exploring New Horizons
The Russian economy is resurgent and finally finding ways to overcome the perennial challenges of its vast size and historic dependence on natural resources.
December 26, 2011 | more -

A Reassured Victory
Fast growing, open and resource-rich, Angola has come back dramatically from the embers of civil war and looks forward to a sustainable economy.
December 26, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Amboim Natural | NetOne | Besa | TAAG | Port Do Lobito | BAI | Port do Namibe | LRJ Associates -

Turning Up the Heat
Moscow is rapidly becoming one of the world’s most dynamic and commercially attractive business destinations.
November 21, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Moscow United Electric Grid Co. (MOESK) | MTZ Transmash -

From Mayan Gold to Eco-Tourism
Mexico’s Yucatán Peninsula not only has the fortune to be one of the most beautiful parts of the world, it is also blessed with a fascinating Mayan history.
November 7, 2011 | more -

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Africa’s Road Map to Sustainability
The emerging market is reinventing itself as all market sectors modernize to meet 21st century standards—from transport infrastructure to energy production.
September 26, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Porto Amboim | ITEL | Net One | Beso | Aeroportos Internacional Amilcar Cabral | Gridco | Ghana Cocoa Board | Valco | Labadi Beach Hotel | Sage Petroleum Ltd. | Volta River Authority | Port Autonome de Dakar | ARTP | IPMC | Vodafone -

Roadmap to the E.U. Presidency
Global Business investigates the changes taking place as Cyprus prepares to assume presidency of the European Union in July 2012.
September 5, 2011 | more -

Trinidad & Tobago: A Diverse Business Hub
Culturally fascinating, environmentally rich and economically diverse—there can be few Caribbean islands more intriguing than Trinidad and Tobago.
July 25, 2011 | more -

Mauritius: Star of the Indian Ocean
The beautiful archipelago excels as an exclusive tourism destination and is gaining recognition for its fast-growing and transparent financial services sector.
July 25, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Emtel | Bank of Mauritius | Board of Investment | Air Mauritius | Airports of Mauritius | Mauritius Telecom | CIEL Group | CIM -

Saudi Arabia
The Fastest Growing Companies
July 25, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Saudi Arabia: The Faster Growing Companies -

Russia: Exciting Times
The Russian government has committed to a huge $60 billion privatization program that will fund its enormous one trillion dollar infrastructure upgrade.
July 25, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Absolut Bank | Credit Europe Bank | CyberPlat | InterPromBank | Prodimex | ProgressTech | Sberbank | Sistema | Zenit -

Indonesia
Investment on the Agenda
May 23, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: KADIN | Bank Bukopin | Permata Bank | Angkasa Pura I | Jamsostek | Jiwasraya | Maspion | Procon | Tozy Sentosa -

Aspiring Kuwait Transforms
The cosmopolitan oil exporter is undergoing major social, structural, and economic changes as it builds a roadmap to a more sustainable future.
May 23, 2011 | more -

Turkey: Europe’s New Star Has Risen
Turkey recorded the highest growth in Europe last year. Here is a look at the opportunities in this industrious and enterprising nation.
May 23, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Turk Mall | Tuprag | iNANLAR | Akbank | Kaptan | Servus | Sur Yapi Trading | nef | Latek Logistics | Eser Holding | Back-up Concierge | iSBANK | HSBC Corporate -

Seychelles: Changing Fortunes
Unspoiled natural beauty and high-end luxury resorts are only half the story found on these enterprising and well-connected islands.
May 2, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Central Bank | Cable & Wireless | SIBA | TTK | Seychelles2020 EXPO | STC | SFA | Desroches Island -

Puerto Rico: A Competitive Gateway
Puerto Rico offers outstanding opportunities for the savvy investor.
February 28, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Scotiabank de Puerto Rico | Global Business Worldwide -

Russia: A major makeover for the telecom sector
Russia re-emerges as a desirable investment destination
February 28, 2011 | moreSPONSORS: Telecominvest | Jet Infosystems | Asteros | TTK | IFD Kapital | BN Bank | Cherkizovo | United Grain Company -

Resilience at the Crossroads
Lebanon’s economy is growing at a rapid pace, thanks to a robust banking system and a Diaspora with strong links to home.
December 27, 2010 | more -

Guatemala: Investment Hub
Foreign investment is pouring into Central America’s best-performing economy as business confidence in the forward-thinking nation soars.
December 27, 2010 | more -

Culture Festival Lights Up the Senegalese Skies
The third edition of the Black World Festival celebrates Africa’s renaissance as free, proud, creative, and optimistic.
December 6, 2010 | moreSPONSOR: Black World Festival
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OMAN Flying the Flag
Strong growth fueled by economic diversification is attracting record numbers of foreign investors to this dynamic country.
November 15, 2010 | moreSPONSORS: Oman Air, Peter Hill, CEO | Sultan Qaboos University, Ali bin Saud Al-Bemani, Vice Chancellor | Public Establishment for Industrial Estates, Hilal Hamad Al-Ahasani, CEO | www.peie.om Oman Sail, David Graham, CEO | Oman LNG, Brian Denis Buckley, general Manager and CEO | Muscat Eye Laser Center, Sameer Al Awam, CEO and Marketing Director | Sarooj Construction Company, Simon Karam, Director | Oman International Bank, Douglas Emmett, General Manager | Oman Ceramics Co., Vish Natrajan, CEO | Oman Cables Industry, C.J. Meiring, CEO | Galfar, Hans Erlings, CEO -

The Best of Brazil
While the rest of the world continues to reverberate from the 2009 credit crisis, Brazil is enjoying a period of growth unprecedented in its long history. In fact, Brazil’s prospects have never been better.
November 15, 2010 | moreSPONSORS: ABC BRASIL | APEX BRASIL | BANCO PINE | INVESTE SAO PAULO | GROUPO ENCALSO | ULTRA | FIBRA BANK | ITAU | WORLDWIDE INVESTMENTS -

Guatemala: Land of Possibility
International investors are flocking to Central America’s rising star as economic diversification and record tourism fuel solid growth.
October 18, 2010 | moreSPONSORS: Guatemala -

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Banking on Increasing Investment
While energy and infrastructure have been earmarked as the key sectors in Belaruss privatization program, several state-owned financial institutions are also being put up for sale. These include Paritetbank, whose recent history is fairly typical of the cluster of banks that sprung up during the countrys initial foray into market socialism 20 years ago.
August 16, 2010 | more -

Argentina Bicentennial 2010
Looking at the past, present, and future.
July 26, 2010 | moreSPONSORS: Riva S.A. | Fen Hotels | Pan American Energy | Banco Provincia | Riglos | Cachamai | Molinos | Fundacion Bunge Y Born | Tzedaka -

Ghana: Setting the Standard
The country is poised for a major industrial takeoff that will transform its dependence on primary raw materials into a diversified and prosperous 21st century economy.
July 26, 2010 | more -

OPEC — A Champion of Stability in Uncertain Times
Celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, OPEC looks at the achievements of the past and the challenges of the future.
July 26, 2010 | more -

A Hotbed of Services
Kenya has its sights set on becoming a regional ICT hub.
May 3, 2010 | more -

Nigeria: Africa's Economic Giant Takes Major Leap Forward
Blessed with mssive oil and gas reserves, the West African country is investing heavily in new infrastructure and welcoming foreign investors in ever-increasing numbers.
May 3, 2010 | more -

Qatar: Opening Up To The World
The sports-oil state promises to stage a spectacular World Cup if its 2022 bid is successful, giving spectarors around the globe an unforgettable event in a unique stetting.
April 12, 2010 | more -

Angola — Africa's Investment Gem
Diamonds, oil, and economic diversification are enticing increasing numbers of global investors to one of Africa's fastest-growing economies and investment hotspots.
March 22, 2010 | more -

Malta — An Economy in Transition
A historic paradise, Malta has its sights set on the future as global businesses and foreign investors cash in on the country's favorable tax system and business-friendly policies.
March 1, 2010 | more -

Tanzania's Changing Business Climate
The home of Mount Kilimanjaro and many other breathtaking attractions is turning the global downturn into an opportunity by unveiling a new mandate to attract the private sector.
February 8, 2010 | more -

Zambia
One of Africa's most mineral-rich nations, Zambia is now inviting bids for oil exploration projects.
February 8, 2010 | moreSPONSORS: Ministry of Mines and Minerals -

Mexico's Competitive Challenge
To rebound from the global recession, the United States' closest neighbor introduces an economic development plan to kick-start growth.
December 21, 2009 | more -

Turkey — Strength, Stability, Security
An emerging nation leads by example.
October 12, 2009 | moreSPONSORS: VakifBank | Superonline | AkBank | Güris Construction | GarantiBank | Prysmian | Aras Cargo | Aksa Energy | IsBank | Mövenpick Hotel | Milli Re | TKBB | Unicorn Capital | Albaraka Türk | Marti Hotels | LC Waikiki | TAV Airports | Servus | Y&Y | TIM | Istanbul 2010 | Hyatt Residency Istanbul -

The Philippines
Welcoming a New Era
September 28, 2009 | moreSPONSORS: Pagcor | SM Investments | M.Lhuillier | Napocor | Unilab Laboratories INC | Del Monte Philippines INC -

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Island Economies Part 1: The Maldives
The Republic of Maldives is embracing privatization and market liberalization to attract foreign investors in a wide range of sectors.
August 31, 2009 | moreSPONSORS: Farooq Umar, chairman, State Trading Organization Plc | Shahid Ali, managing director, State Trading Organization Plc | Mohamed Rasheed, Minister of Economic Development, Invest Maldives | Ali Hashim, Minister of Finance and Treasury | Ismail Rasheed, CEO, Dhiraagu | Bandhu Saleem, managing director, Island Aviation Services | Ali Faiz, managing director, MIFCO | Mohamed Ahmed Didi, managing director, Male' Water & Sewerage Company Pvt Ltd | Mohamed Aswan, principal collector, Maldives Customs Service -

Inviting Business to Italy
With excellent opportunities and company-friendly laws, Italy's door is wide open for business. Investors will enjoy a thorough range of free business services, public financing, flexible procedures, a fast and efficient turn-around, plus the security of an economy that has emerged as one of the strongest during the crisis. The right time to invest in Italy is now.
July 20, 2009 | moreSPONSORS: Invitalia | Toscana Promozione | Fiera Milano | Mokarabia | Poste Italiane | Landi Renzo | Valvitalia | Prysmian Group | Enerqos | Ferrovie dello Stato | Alitalia | Aeroporti di Roma | Aviogei -

SPAIN: The Energy Behind the Nation
With sun and wind in abundance, the Iberian giant is powering up to excel in global renewable energies markets.
July 20, 2009 | moreSPONSORS: IDEA | Promotion Madrid | Galicia Calidade | Valencian Community Investments | Aragón Exterior | Grupo Hospes | Bodegas Domecq | Cosentino | Zeltia | Mafre -

Indonesia
Archipelago of Opportunity: Finding the New Equilibrium
June 22, 2009 | moreSPONSORS: PT Berlina Tbk | DNR | Mandiri | Bank Muamalat | PT. Suryainti Permata, Tbk. | Pertamina | Adaro -

Indonesia - Star Energy Shines
The greatest geothermal energy potential in the world.
June 8, 2009 | moreSPONSORS: Star Energy -

Republic of Kosovo: A Realm of Golden Investment Opportunities
As Europe's newest country welcomes a wave of foreign investment, the central Balkan nation is making the most of its young population as its pro-business government establishes strong bonds in Europe, the United States, and beyond.
May 25, 2009 | more -

Nigeria The Heart of Africa Part 1
As Africa's most heavily populated nation, Nigeria is emerging from the shadows as it benefits from huge investments in many industries, including energy, tourism, finance, and insurance.
May 4, 2009 | moreSPONSORS: Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation | Energy Commission of Nigeria | Power Holding Company of Nigeria | Rural Electrification Agency | Universal Insurance & Chairman of African Alliance | Global Fleet Group | M.R.S. Group | Continental Reinsurance | Eko Hotels Ltd | LAMATA | Lagos Water Company -

Malaysia Rising
One country's path to progress.
May 4, 2009 | more -

Non-Stop Dubai
Dubai is moving full speed ahead with its unwavering dedication to excellence, world-class practices, and cutting-edge modernization.
May 4, 2009 | more -

UAE Ras Al Khaimah Goes Global
HH Sheikh Saud Bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Crown Prince and Deputy Ruler of the dynamic RAK Emirate, outlines his vision for the future.
March 30, 2009 | more -

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Innovative Spain
The Iberian giant is becoming a platform for research and development within the key sectors of energy, biotechnology, services, and Information and Communications Technology. We take a closer look at the country's vast potential as it moves toward greater internationalization.
February 2, 2009 | moreSPONSORS: Galicia Calidade | VCI | Es Madrid | Silestone | IDEA | Aragon Exterior | Zelita | VnesheConomBank -

Angola - On The Road To 2010
With a climate of political and social stability, and the continent's highest economic growth, Angola looks to 2010 as the perfect opportunity to show the world its achievements.
December 22, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Financial Partners | Odebrecht Angola | Prado Valladares | Queiroz Galvao | Somague | Ridge Solutions | Port of Cabinda | ANIP | Banco Keve -

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The Philippines
Home sweet second home awaits you in this idyllic tropical playground.
December 22, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: The Philippines Tourism Board | Pagcor -

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All Eyes On South Africa
South Africa is achieving ambitious business and tourism goals as the world's gaze turns to its hosting of soccer's 2010 FIFA World Cup.
December 22, 2008 | more -

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Ghambia & Burkina Faso
The Ghambia: Welcome to the Smiling Coast of Africa - A platform for West African markets, a popular tourism hot-spot, a place to discover new investment possibilities...take a closer look at The Gambia. Burkina Faso: With a new aid agreement signed, West Africa's gold and cotton producer has unveiled an investment program that will move it closer to its goal of self-sufficiency.
December 8, 2008 | more -

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Turkey: A Vital Bridge for Business
With a host of privatizations under way, Turkey offers exciting opportunities to international investors across a range of industries, all from a pivotal position that connects continents and markets.
October 27, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Isbank | Hotel Les Ottomans DHMI | Merty Energy | Akbank | Ihlas Holding | AirTies | Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) | Halkbank | VALE -

Ukraine | Russia | Poland
Fertile Investments.
October 13, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Horizon Capital | Sigmableyzer | Life | ITT Investment Group | Golden Gate Business | Ernst & Young | Furshet | Sincome | Ukrgasbank | FIM | Nemiroff | Vnesheconombank | Warsaw Stock Exchange -

Why Choose Romania?
Business Opportunities 2008
September 15, 2008 | more -

Philippines II
Family Fortunes - The entrepreneurial spirit is an important driver of the Philippines economy embodied in the nation's family-run businesses.
September 1, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Globe Asiatique | San Miguel -

Philippines
The Heart of Asia
August 18, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Bank of Commerce | Ayala Land | YGC | HCG | PLDT | Philippine Information Agency | Banco De Oro | SEAIR | Nami Resort | Phillipines Department of Tourism -

Brazil and Jamaica
July 21, 2008 | more
SPONSORS: Samaritino | Aspen | Hcor | Unianhanguera | Hospital Samaritano | Furnas | Globe Insurance | Supreme Ventures | Jamaica Trade and Invest | Pulse -

Rush for the Blue Gold
An insider's view of two of Greece's most high performing sectors: finance and shipping.
July 21, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Alpha Bank | GreenLife 4 Banking | National Bank of Greece | Piraeus Group | Liquimar | Posidonia Queensway -

The Rise of a Giant
High oil prices and a rolling program of regulatory and economic reforms have triggered a surge of investment into Saudi Arabia, and its economy is booming. With one of the world's youngest populations, its government is using this wealth to lay sustainable foundations for a 21st-century, knowledge-based society.
July 21, 2008 | more -

Canary Islands
The islands are ready to become the Atlantic business platform and gateway for three continents: Europe, America, and Africa.
July 21, 2008 | more -

Africa In The Spotlight
With two major international conferences turning their focus on Africa this month, we investigate some of the continent's fastest-growing economies and the opportunities they provide.
May 26, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Ethiopian Airlines | Ethiopian Telecommunications Corporation | Sotelma | CBE | Wegagen Bank | EIC -

Booming Brazil Part I
Brazil's potential to date is a drop in the ocean to what the modernizing, resource-rich, energy powerhouse is capable of.
May 5, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Energias do Brasil | DA | Odebrecht | EKOBE | Tigre | LANXESS | FIA | SantelisaVale | Atlas | Rio Oil and Gas | Elektro -

Catalunya - 1st Class Destination
With Barcelona as its capital, Catalonia is making a name for itself as a Mediterranean hub of innovation and ICT.
May 5, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Orange | ESCI | ESADE | Hotel AB Skipper | La Caixa | GTD | Aritex | Seeliger Y Conde | Abertis Telecom | Barcelona Media | Cap Roig | KMEC | Catalonia Investment Agency -

Phillipines The Heart of Asia
China may have the brawn of Asia and India the brains, but the Phillipines is the heart of it.
May 5, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Bank of Commerce | Ayalaland | YGC | HCG | PLDT | Philippine Information Agency | Banco De Oro | SEAIR | Nami Resort | Phillipines Department of Tourism -

Slovenia - Investment Access
One of the smallest, yet most prosperous of all the European transition countries, Slovenia is a dynamic force in the heart of Europe.
May 5, 2008 | more -

Energy Innovation
It has one of the smallest populations in the world, but Iceland is the giant of green energy production and expertise.
April 28, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Reykjavik Energy | United Nations University | Metan | Skeljungur | Reykjavik University | Iceland Agency | N1 | Siliken -

NEW ZEALAND
The environmentally aware country is well on its way to achieving its goal of becoming the world's first truly sustainable nation.
April 28, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Fisher & Paykel | Mighty River Power -

Caribbean Hotspots - Brighter Investments
We present new opportunities in tourism, finance, telecoms and other service sectors in three of the Caribbean's most promising regions.
March 31, 2008 | moreSPONSORS: Barbados | Princess Juliana Intl Airport | Winair | TelEm | St. Maartien Marry Me | The Montaque Group | BTC -

Serbia - A Country on Fast Forward
Serbia has always benefited from its strategic position between East and West. As it shrugs off the stigma of the Milosevic era and drives through a program of political and economic reform, more and more Western companies are waking up to the advantages of investing in the republic.
March 31, 2008 | more -

Reborn Northern Ireland
A booming economy, multi-billion pound investments coming on stream, and a coalition government focused on growth and prosperity. Welcome to the new Northern Ireland.
January 21, 2008 | more -

African Value Research
Innovations in renewable energy will play a crucial role in helping Africa make the most out of its unexplored resources, believes Pearl Walsh, President of African Value Research. On the following pages we highlight three investment opportunities from small businesses that have the potential to make a big difference.
December 24, 2007 | more -

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Panama Connecting North & South
It's full steam ahead in the canal country, with a billion-dollar canal expansion under way that is set to double current capacity, thus guaranteeing growth. New investments are flowing in, most noticeably in real estate, tourism, and finance.
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Madagascar
Madagascar is home to one of the world's most unique collections of flora and fauna, from lemurs to forests of otherworldly Baobab trees. Despite this eclectic mix of some of nature's most colorful and quirky creatures, Madagascar rarely raises a blip on the tourist radar, let alone attracts the interest of investors. Unusual, given that the country is the world's fourth largest islandbigger than France and Belgium combinedand sits in a prime strategic location between Africa and Asia.
November 26, 2007 | more -

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Spain
Energizing Spain - As part of an energy-hungry planet searching for clean sources, Spain stands as one of the most active players in the global push towards energetic diversification and efficiency. In the past two decades, the country's energy landscape has changed radically, giving rise to a globally competitive renewable energy sector. Behind these changes is the reality that Spain is one of the fastest-growing major industrialized economies, yet it imports 99% of the oil and natural gas that it uses.
November 12, 2007 | more -

Mozambique
Mozambique has come a long way within a short space of time. In less than 15 years it has moved on from its long period of internal conflict to become a stable democracy with an increasingly liberalized and fast-growing economy. Compared to most African countries, Mozambique is an island of peace and prosperityhospitable, friendly, and open to international investment.
October 29, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: MIPS -

Djibouti
Global Vision - Djibouti's buzzing Free Zone is undergoing major expansion, as the country prepares for a more prominent role on the business world stage.
October 15, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: Djibouti Airlines | Daallo Airlines | Djibouti Free Zone | DP World | Jafza International | Dubai Customs -

Andalucia
The land of flamenco and bullfights is also one of Europe's best-performing regions, and has enjoyed continued growth since 1994.
October 1, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: La Zagaleta | El Bulli Hotel -

Egypt
The Paradigm Shift
September 17, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: AAIB | CItadel Capital | Telecom Egypt | Orascom Telecom | Orascom CI | Orascom Hotels and Development | Maritim Resorts -

Ready For Take Off
As the Tom Thumb of America, El Salvador is Central America's smallest country. Like the fairy-tale character, however, it still packs a punch, and is preparing to take center stage in a host of industries that include business tourism, finance, communications, and clean energies.
September 17, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: Red | Sheraton Presidente San Salvador | Arriaza Vega | La Geo | Consortium Legal | Proesa -

Saudi Arabia
Cities of the Future.
September 17, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: King Abdullah Economic City | Jazan Economic City -

St. Kitts & Nevis
Two years after its sugar industry officially closed, the twin-island federation is moving on to more sustainable pastures.
September 3, 2007 | more -

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Vietnam
In Transition - An Investment Perspective.
July 23, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: Bitexco | Vinaconex | Viglacera | VSIP | PMH Corp. | Majestic Hotel | Saigon Invest Group | BIDV | Habubank | Hanoi Daewoo Hotel | Vietnam Airlines -

Tanzania
The Lion's Share - When it comes to growth, stability, and good governance, Tanzania is held up as the prodigal African nation. Global Business investigates the new opportunities emerging from a resource-rich destination whose potential is still untapped.
July 23, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: TCRA | Tanzania Buildings Agency | Tanzania National Parks | Tanzania Tourist Board | Moevenpick -

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Caribbean
Adventure Capitals – We present new opportunities in tourism, finance, telecoms, and other service sectors in two of the Caribbean's most promising regions.
June 25, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: St. Lucia Tourist Board | SlaSpa | National Development Corporation | Lucelec | ECFH | BTC -

Turks and Caicos
Dive into Turks and Caicos – While the government implements a new strategy to diversify and strengthen the national economy, tourism and real estate are booming in the Turks and Caicos Islands, thanks to tax incentives and investment-friendly legislation.
June 25, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: Seven Stars | Osprey Beach Hotel -

Philippines
On The Rise – Political uncertainty fails to hold back the Philippines' resilient economy, which is ready for a growth spurt.
June 11, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: The Pennisula / Manilla | SM Corporation -

Slovakia
Little country – Big opportunities
April 30, 2007 - F500 | moreSPONSORS: Sario | Slovakia Tourism -

Greece/Cyprus
Exceeding Expectations
April 30, 2007 - F500 | more -

MTC Atheer/Iraq
Leading cellphone operator MTC Atheer has taken off against the odds. Its CEO tells why he is one of many in Iraq willing to ride out the storm.
April 30, 2007 - F500 | moreSPONSORS: MTC Atheer -

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Iceland
Fast-growing Iceland may be small but it extends a large welcome to global investors.
February 5, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: 101 Hotel | Eimskip | Gray Line Iceland | Hertz | Hotel Holt | ICEX | Icelandair | Invest in Iceland Agency | Kreditkort | Ístak | Straumur-Burdarás -

Costa Rica
The natural heart of the Americas.
January 22, 2007 | moreSPONSORS: Banco de Costa Rica | Café Britt | Century 21 Central America | Los Sueños Resort and Marina | Sur -

Brazil
With political and economic stability at a 30-year high, Brazil is looking better than ever for investors.
December 25, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: APEX-Brasil | Banco Real | Brazil Ministry of Tourism | Company S.A. | COPASA | CPFL Energia | Energias do Brasil | Odebrecht | TAM Airlines | Varig Log -

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Cape Verde
Local hospitality and investment opportunities warm the opening of historic port islands to the world.
November 27, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: ASA | Editur, S.A. -

Malta
Financial Pocket of Excellence – What does it take in this age of globalization to become a reliable and robust financial center, when so many countries and nation-states are vying to become financial centers par excellence?
November 27, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: HSBC | Malta Stock Exchange -

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Russia IV
Growing in Confidence – As the EU-Russia summit takes place this week in Helsinki, the chairman of Vnesheconombank outlines the importance of a development bank for modern Russia.
November 27, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Vnesheconombank -

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Kazakhstan
New Horizons
October 30, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Air Astana | Almaty | Astana | Eurasia Insurance Company | J W Marriot Residences | K'Cell | Kazyna Sustainable Development Fund | Lucas | Samruk -

South Africa on Target
On the road to 2010.
October 30, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: The Department of Trade and Industry | Econet Wireless Group | Drake & Scull | The Free State Provincial Government | Gold Fields | Land and Agricultural Development Bank of South Africa | Limpopo Provincial Government | MTN | Nedbank | Office of the Premier KwaZulu-Natal Provincial Government | PetroSA | Southern Sun | Transnet | V&A Waterfront | Yedcor Consulting -

Switzerland
Business Relations with Asia
October 16, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Banque Amas | Banque Piguet | Crédit Agricole Private Bank | Conzepte Technik Umwelt | Curtiss-Wright | FläktWoods | IonBond | Ivers Lee | Keytrade | Micronas Semiconductors | Nubeo | OEMB | Oerlikon | Osterwalder | Platit | Rothschild | sia Abrasives | Sulzer Chemtech | Swiss Post International | Uster | Vertime -

Portugal
Back on Track – Government measures are tough, but long-needed.
October 2, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Alto Minho I | Galp Energia | Lisnave | Portugal Tourism Board | REN - Redes Energéticas Nacionais -

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Albania I
Moving In The Right Direction
July 24, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Banco Italo Albanese | Agjencia Nacionale e Trafikut Ajror | Albanian Refining and Marketing of Oil | AlbPetrol | Albtelecom | KESH -

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Sweden
Business Relations with Asia
July 10, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: AP&T | CRYO | Danaher Motion | Direct Link | Eldan Recycling | Emerson Process Management | Envac | Fagerdala | Gislaved Folie AB | Haki AB | Kapsch TrafficCom | Larsson Sweden | Maquet | Martinsons | Minelco | Netintact | Opcon | Oriflame | Q-MATIC | Saab Rosemont | SBL | SHL Group | Teng Tools | Välinge -

Demark
Business Relations with Asia
June 26, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Container Centralen | Copenhagen Malmö Port | Copenhagen Capacity | COWI | Danfoss | The East Asiatic Company | Grundfos | Gumlink | Hamlet Protein | Hydro-X | Imedeen | Jamo | Junckers | Klipsch | Krøll Cranes | Lyngsø Marine | Penta | Santa Fe Relocation Services | Semco Maritime | Suzlon Energy -

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South Africa's Regions
Alive with possibility.
June 12, 2006 | more -

Russia
The Next Frontier – Vnesheconombank is playing a key role in introducing public-private partnerships (PPPs) to Russia. Vladimir A. Dmitriev, the bank's chairman, discusses the challenges ahead.
May 15, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Vnesheconombank -

Puerto Rico
The best of both worlds – Exciting changes are happening on the island at the bridge of the Americas.
April 17, 2006 | more -

Russia
The Next Frontier – Vnesheconombank is playing a key role in introducing public-private partnerships (PPPs) to Russia. Vladimir A. Dmitriev, the bank's chairman, discusses the challenges ahead.
April 17, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Vnesheconombank -

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Dominican Republic
The New Caribbean Chic
March 20, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Amhsa Marina | dgtec | Dirección General de Aduanas | Dollar Rent-a-car | Dominican Republic Ministry of Tourism | Empresas Vimenca | Hotel Sanctuary Cap Cana Golf & Spa | Orange | Rincón Bay Samaná | Roko Ki | Sea Horse Ranch | Verizon -

Finland
Business Relations with Asia
February 20, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Avant Tecno | Borealis | Checkmark | Dekati Ltd. | Ecocat | Elematic | Emfit | EV Group | Fibox | Filtronic Comtek | Finn-Power Group | Finnchain | FlexLink | Gasmet Technologies | Genano | Habbo | Helkama Bica | Kolmeks Group | Finnchain | Lumene | Rintekno | Rocla | Sanako | Sandvik Group | SATEL | SEB | Teollisuuden Voima Oy (TVO) | Tervakoski | Vaahto | Vaisala | Vehasen Saha | Vivoxid | WSP Environmental Oy -

Iraq
While much of Iraq's business news is overshadowed by the country's dramatic political climate, we focus on one company making a difference.
February 20, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: MTC Atheer -

Russia
Great expectations – Having kicked off 2006 with a new investment strategy, Russia's Vnesheconombank is looking to increase its share in infrastructure and export-oriented projects.
February 20, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Vnesheconombank -

Vietnam
An Investment Perspective
February 20, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: INCOMBank | Kinhbac City | Majestic Hotel | Melia Hanoi Hotel | MobiFone | Vietnam Airlines | Vietnam Singapore Industrial Park -

Maldives
Paradise Re-opened
February 6, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: AAA Hotels & Resorts | ADK Enterprises Pvt Ltd | American Express Selects | Amin Construction | Cyprea | Dhiraagu | Halaveli Holiday Village | HSBC | Maldives National Shipping Limited | Malé International Airport | Mifco | Olhuveli | State Electric Company Limited | Universal Resorts | Vilu Reef | Visit Maldives -

Jordan
Seizing the Moment
January 23, 2006 | moreSPONSORS: Abdali Project | Arab Potash Company | Audi Saradar Group | Jedco | Le Méridien Amman | Saraya Holdings

