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City of Dreams Mediterranean: Transforming Cypriot Tourism

Soon to be Europe’s largest integrated resort, the world-class development is elevating the island’s offering as an all-season destination The Republic of Cyprus is well-known for being an attractive tourism destination, welcoming at least four million visitors each year. The island nation enjoys average temperatures of around 55 degrees Fahrenheit in winter and 93 degrees…
Exploring Ireland’s Economic Growth and Potential

How a stronger relationship with the USA is contributing to Ireland’s economic success The tradition of an agrarian economy is still apparent in Ireland. The iconic rolling hills are still lush and picturesque. Many of the streets still boast cobblestones and charming architecture straight from a storybook. However, there is a new energy in the…
Diversity in the Docklands

By Arlene Harris Right from their creation in 1796, the Grand Canal Docks in Dublin have always been a hive of activity with cargo ships, laden with goods and livestock, jostling for space amongst sailing boats and fishing vessels as they ventured in and out of Ireland’s most important port. Industry in the immediate area…
Irish Expertise Drives the Global Data Center Industry

Based in Ireland’s third-largest city since 1964, Kirby Group Engineering is now a leading name in data centers Europe has rapidly established itself as a market leader in the data center industry, and Ireland is playing a crucial role in making this rise possible. Last year, the Irish data center market was expected to be…
Limerick: A Hotspot for Irish Innovation

Ireland’s third-largest city continues to boost its appeal through its “Limerick 2030” strategy The city of Limerick has a reputation of being Ireland’s innovation capital – a reputation that will not be changing any time soon. Chief Executive of Limerick City and County Council, Dr. Pat Daly, and other local private sector executives spoke about…
A Look Inside the World’s Most Innovative Economy

The World Intellectual Property Organization analyzed 131 economies, and for the last ten years, Switzerland has ranked as the world’s most innovative country. The nation specializes in offering innovative solutions to complex global challenges, and has a unique ecosystem for business and investment opportunities. International corporations value Switzerland as an efficient, stable and productive location…
Switzerland Employs Half a Million Across the USA

Swiss industry continuously brings high-quality jobs and the ‘Swiss spirit’ to even the most remote regions Although the USA is one of the most powerful countries globally, it still has its share of unemployed, impoverished citizens, and is keen on attracting foreign investment to boost local economies. The past decade’s economic growth bypassed many rural…
An Inside Look at Ireland’s Economic Growth

Ireland’s polished business ecosystem caters to foreign direct investment and nurtures innovation. The global footprint of Irish companies has never been greater Walking through the cobblestone streets of Dublin, the juxtaposition of modern buildings wedged between historic Georgian brick offices represents the tidal wave of change foreign direct investment has implemented across the nation. Growth…
Project Ireland 2040

The Government’s National Planning Framework and National Development Plan Project Ireland 2040 entails a diverse range of investments being made by the State. This governmental 116 billion euro long-term overarching infrastructure strategy aims to counterbalance the continued growth of Dublin with that of other regions. It seeks to develop cities and regional towns as alternatives…
Ireland’s Regions Seek Investment

Interview: John Mulholland Chief Executive Laois County Council What is your economic forecast for County Laois? County Laois has benefited from nearly 700 million euro in public national infrastructure projects over the past two decades. These projects connected Laois’ central location to Ireland’s west and east coasts. The county benefitted from its strategic location in…
Eight percent of global shipping transits Egypt’s Suez Canal

The Egyptian government is implementing an ambitious strategy to improve and develop the transport sector to enhance the state resources and benefit on Egypt’s strategic location. Egypt has 108 000 kilometers of roads and 9 750 kilometers of railways, along with 20 airports, 15 harbors and a series of land ports. Transport and logistics represented…
New Administrative Capital in Cairo

Since the day the Pharaohs commissioned the Great Pyramids of Giza, Egypt has been home to vast mega-projects. Today is no exception, with the Suez Canal to the ongoing New Administrative Capital, presented as the biggest planned city of all time, Egypt has been living up to its Ancient ancestors. In March 2015, Egyptian Minister…
Sustainable Development Strategy: Egypt Vision 2030

“The new Egypt will possess a competitive, balanced and diversified economy, dependent on innovation and knowledge, based on justice, social integrity and participation, characterized by a balanced and diversified ecological collaboration system, investing the ingenuity of place and humans to achieve sustainable development and to improve Egyptians’ life quality,” Egypt Vision 2030 Sustainable Development Strategy.…
Egypt EU Trade relations improving

The European Union remains Egypt’s largest investors Three-quarters of foreign direct investment come from EU states, and trade represents a third of the country’s GDP. The has been constant EU assistance and partnership programs since 1998, which established stable relations between Egypt and the EU. The Association Agreement was the most effective agreement when it…
Serbia: An impressive turnaround

Serbia aims to boost private sector-led growth through reforms. According to the estimates of the Statistical Office of the Republic of Serbia, the nations GDP in real terms increased by 1.9% in 2017. The International Monetary Fund estimates Serbia’s projected Real GDP growth for 2018 will reach 3.5%. Overview: Serbia has successfully stabilized its economic…
Serbia: Transport – Interconnecting Southeast Europe

Mass investments aim to support and ease transit The sector is one of the fastest developing branches of the economy in Serbia. Value of ongoing projects in infrastructure is EUR 5 000 million. Needs for future transport plans is EUR 6 000 million. Serbia’s strategic location at the crossroads of European traffic Corridors offers great…
Country Profile: Serbia

Regional integration – Western Balkan neighbors are increasing collaborations History: Serbia was shaped as a nation by the numerous external invasions it suffered; starting in the 4th century BC with the Celts overthrowing the Illyrians, the arrival of the Romans and the Slavs in the sixth century AD. A crucial event in AD 395 was when…
Serbia: EU accession accelerating

Serbia is one of the most advanced countries in the process. Serbia is a small and open economy in South Eastern Europe. The nation’s development is considerably below the European average, while by growth it is one of the fastest developing countries in Europe. Growth potential in Serbia is tremendous in every segment of the economy.…
Latvia: An essential global strategic transit hub

The success of Latvia’s transport sector lies on a series of favorable circumstances. Latvia’s geographic location with access to both Russian and EU markets and its excellent infrastructure are the pillars of this success. Being located on the external border of the European Union, Latvia has quality infrastructure connecting the country to the Russian Federation,…
Country Profile: Latvia

The Republic of Latvia is a small country in Northern Europe and one of the three Baltic States. Latvia is a small open economy, and its exports account for the majority of its GDP. Due to the strategic geographical position of Latvia, the transport and transit sector is highly developed. Latvia became a success story…