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Data from the first 11 months of 2012 shows a dramatic decrease in the number of Chinese FDI projects in the Bulgarian manufacturing sector compared to 2011.
Chinese FDI outflows in decline in 2012
FDI out of China has slowed in 2012, with project numbers recorded in the first 10 months of the year down on the same period in 2011.
South Korea launches its international finance centre
South Korea is challenging the status of Hong Kong and Singapore as Asia's leading financial hubs, with the launch of its own international finance centre in Seoul.
Depressed US looks to China for stimulus
The US midwest was hit hard during the financial crisis but an unlikely source is helping to spark its revival, with Chinese firms making their presence increasingly felt in the region with a series of investments
Bangladesh's export expectations
Bangladesh's export growth may be slowing, but finance minister Abul Maal A Muhith remains strident in his ambitions for the country. Courtney Fingar talked to him at the IMF/World Bank annual meeting in Tokyo.
Will Hong Kong’s new law win FDI?
The introduction of an anti-competition law in Hong Kong promises to open up closed industries and attract foreign investment, but authorities are concerned it could undermine the region’s competitiveness.
Poland rises up World Bank list
The World Bank's latest Doing Business report names Poland as the world's most improved business environment.
Tax trap for investors in US
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China woos foreign companies to western provinces
China has lowered tax rates for foreign businesses investing in the western provinces to stimulate development.