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  • Tuesday, 19 February, 2019
    Russian business & finance
    Calvey’s arrest spooks Russia’s foreign investors

    US founder of Moscow-based Baring Vostok was seen as savvy operator

  • Monday, 18 February, 2019
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    Saudi crown prince pledges $20bn to Pakistan

    Mohammed bin Salman kicks off tour that is expected to include India and China

  • Monday, 18 February, 2019
    beyondbricsEmerging markets
    Chinese investment leaves Serbia in a bind

    Blocking foreign funding could undermine the stability of the western Balkans

  • Monday, 11 February, 2019
    AnalysisThe Big Read
    The Maldives counts the cost of its debts to China

    The government joins a backlash against Beijing-financed infrastructure projects

  • Monday, 4 February, 2019
    The FT ViewThe editorial board
    India puts the squeeze on Walmart and Amazon

    Stringent new ecommerce rules send unfortunate signal to international investors

  • Friday, 1 February, 2019
    Technology sector
    India’s ecommerce law forces Amazon and Flipkart to pull products

    Several lines are now unavailable to comply with new regulations

  • Thursday, 24 January, 2019
    Special Report
    Morocco: Gateway to Africa

    The kingdom is increasing its presence in the sub-Saharan Africa to boost its economy and international standing. Moroccan banks accept greater risks to pursue high returns in markets to the south, Casablanca is rebranded as a finance hub but the country’s bid to join the Economic Community of West African States (Ecowas) faces opposition from members

  • Friday, 11 January, 2019
    beyondbricsAfrica
    The west should not miss the Africa opportunity

    Preconceived ideas and inadequate analysis prevent investment into the continent

  • Wednesday, 19 December, 2018
    Germany
    Germany toughens investment rules over China concern

    Tighter curbs seen as bulwark against Beijing’s influence in sensitive business sectors

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  • Wednesday, 28 November, 2018
    AnalysisNorth Korea
    North Korea turns to Vietnam for economic ideas

    Top official from Pyongyang visits Hanoi to study results of Doi Moi reforms

  • Wednesday, 28 November, 2018
    UK inward investment
    Small towns miss out on foreign investment surge

    Number of FDI projects have dropped while growing 167 per cent in cities

  • Wednesday, 7 November, 2018
    Cheung Kong Infrastructure Holdings Ltd
    Australia says CKI utility bid not in national interest

    Outcome of deal for APA Group may set tone for Australia-China investment relations

  • Monday, 5 November, 2018
    Telecoms
    Orange battles for control of Iraqi telecoms group

    Dispute involving French company and Kuwait’s Agility highlight pitfalls of investing in Iraq

  • Tuesday, 30 October, 2018
    Special ReportMauritius at 50
    How tiny country became India’s main investor

    Statistical disparities highlight foreigners’ tax evasion even as FDI has driven progress

  • Tuesday, 30 October, 2018
    Special ReportNew Trade Routes: Arab World
    Cairo sees Chinese investment and tourism as a ‘win-win’

    Beijing steps in with ‘comprehensive strategic partnership’ as traditional allies hold back

  • Tuesday, 23 October, 2018
    Cyril Ramaphosa
    South Africa must turn freedom into prosperity

    Improved infrastructure and stable public finances can attract foreign investment

  • Wednesday, 10 October, 2018
    US & Canadian companies
    US to expand scrutiny of foreign investments

    New measures aim to protect critical technology from countries including China

  • Monday, 8 October, 2018
    Utilities
    Oman launches electricity sector privatisation drive

    Gulf state to sell off strategic stakes in 5 transmission and distribution groups

  • Thursday, 4 October, 2018
    Special ReportInvesting in Bahrain
    Bahrain FDI rebounds as state touts five sectors

    Mondelez and Amazon are moving in but a more open Saudi Arabia threatens further gains

  • Thursday, 4 October, 2018
    Special ReportInvesting in Bahrain
    Oilfield lifts hopes of Bahrain energy resurgence

    Oil minister is on a push to lure outside partners to help develop the new find

  • Friday, 28 September, 2018
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    Global M&A activity hits new high

    Animal spirits are on show with $3.3tn of deals, but banks’ fees are down

  • Wednesday, 12 September, 2018
    Special ReportInvesting in Ukraine
    Ukraine’s painful reforms start to bear fruit

    The country’s economy has been overhauled but vested interests remain a challenge

  • Tuesday, 11 September, 2018
    Special Report
    Investing in Kuwait

    Kuwait is trying to diversify its economy beyond oil, but the transition to a knowledge economy is being held back by a lack of skilled local workers. The government wants to scale back the number of expats but Kuwaitis are reluctant to quit the shrinking but comfortable state sector.

  • Tuesday, 11 September, 2018
    Special ReportInvesting in Kuwait
    Foreign investment vital to diversify economy

    Tax incentives and full ownership rules aimed at attracting new investors

  • Sunday, 2 September, 2018
    Capital markets
    Sri Lanka sinks deeper into China’s grasp as debt woes spiral Premium

    Colombo to borrow $1bn from China and issue $250m Panda bonds before year-end

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