By Larry Cooke, Head of Legal, Binance Africa Foreign direct investment (FDI) continues to be a critical driver of economic growth across Africa. Investors are increasingly discerning, seeking jurisdictions that combine market potential with regulatory clarity, strong governance, and transparent business practices. In the fintech and digital asset arena, these
In a remarkable shift, China is experiencing a net outflow of foreign investment for the first time since 1990. Data from the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE) reveal that in the second quarter of this year, direct investment liabilities in China fell by US$14.8 billion, with a decrease of
In a significant economic development, China witnessed a historic outflow of foreign investment in the last quarter, reflecting growing global concerns about the health of the world’s second-largest economy. According to the latest data from the State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE), China’s direct investment liabilities in its balance of
As protectionism and trade war rhetoric intensify in the US and Europe, Asia-Pacific remains a beacon of optimism for global trade and investment. Tom Becker of the United Nations Economic and Social Commission for Asia and the Pacific, and Martin Kaspar, a business development executive at a German Mittelstand company,
As Chinese businesses look to expand into the United States, bringing with them opportunities for jobs and technological advancements, they encounter increasing suspicion and a deteriorating investment environment. According to a recent report by the Associated Press, these companies are met with escalating scrutiny under the guise of national security
China and Italy have long been significant trading partners, each playing a crucial role in the other’s economic landscape. Despite shifts towards greater competition in key sectors such as fashion and machinery, their relationship remains robust, impacting broader European perspectives on China, especially given Italy’s strategic position within the EU-China
Despite a general decline in foreign direct investment (FDI) in China, the country has observed an increased flow of overseas funds into its advanced manufacturing sector. Zhu Bing, director of the Foreign Investment Administration under the Ministry of Commerce, highlighted during a recent press briefing that while the overall FDI
In a significant shift in the landscape of foreign direct investment (FDI) in Europe, London has surpassed Paris as the leading region for new FDI projects, according to the latest data from EY’s annual FDI survey. The UK capital saw an increase of 20% from the previous year, attracting 359
Despite Japan’s strong economic fundamentals, foreign direct investment (FDI) in the country is disproportionately low, accounting for just 8% of GDP. This stands in contrast to its global peers, largely due to unique regulatory and business challenges. However, Japan’s government is taking ambitious steps to enhance its attractiveness to foreign
Chinese officials have intensified their global efforts to attract foreign capital in line with President Xi Jinping’s directive, though these endeavors face skepticism due to conflicting domestic policies. A recent promotional event in Singapore highlighted these challenges as Inner Mongolian officials pitched their rare earths sector to potential investors, only
