Ras Al Khaimah has posted GDP growth double that of the United Arab Emirates, according to Peter Fort the newly appointed CEO of RAK Free Trade Zone.
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Africa enjoys May FDI boost
Inward FDI in Africa experienced huge growth in May 2013, with the food and tobacco sector leading the way.
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FDI in Kuwait shows strong potential for 2013
The first five months of 2013 have seen an increased level of FDI in Kuwait.
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MENA logistics on the right track
Renewed investment in infrastructure in the Middle East and north Africa region is boosting inwards investment in the logistics sector.
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Middle East and Africa suffer FDI decline in 2012
Flows of FDI into the Middle East and Africa slowed in 2012, according to data from The fDi Report 2013.
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Bahrain defies negative headlines to maintain pole position
Bahrain's bid to show its investment potential to the rest of the world by hosting a Formula 1 grand prix may have been blighted by negative press, but the country has still attracted a host of global companies thanks to its emerging financial services sector and logistics capabilities.
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FDI returns to north Africa's telecoms sector
As the discord from the Arab Spring uprisings recedes in north African countries such as Morocco and Egypt, FDI is returning, with broadband and communications infrastructure a prime target for investors looking for high growth potential.
CAR rebel victory throws resource deals into doubt
As the Central African Republic reels from the instability brought about by the overthrow of its government, observers are questioning South Africa’s role in the country, resource deals signed by the previous regime could be undone.
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The big score: how host countries benefit from sporting events
There is nothing like the buzz of a major sporting event to spark the feel-good factor in a host location. But is it possible to capitalise on this positive mood and turn it into something more sustainable that can encourage inward investment?
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In profile: growth prospects for Kenya, Mauritius and Uganda
At the World Economic Forum meeting on Africa in Cape Town in May, fDi spoke to leading officials from three African countries that are implementing strategies to improve their records for attracting foreign investment.
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