Morocco 2013

Investing in durability

Morocco

Investing in durability

A safe choice for business in North Africa

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Irish smart solutions for a better world

Ireland

2024

Irish smart solutions for a better world

Thriving as a business hub, Ireland is emerging as a lab for crafting smart solutions in technologically advanced sectors such as biopharma and MedTech.
The top choice for global businesses

Canada

2024

The top choice for global businesses

From its dynamic startup scene to its well-established industries, Canada stands out as a heavyweight in the global business arena.
Investing in the heart of Central Europe

Hungary

2024

Investing in the heart of Central Europe

With solid infrastructures and a skilled workforce, Hungary emerges as an appealing base in Europe.
The creative island

Iceland

2022

The creative island

From Hollywood productions to avant-garde arts, Iceland punches above its weight when it comes to cultural influence.
The global island

Ireland

2022

The global island

Ireland has emerged as one of the best bases to launch a business with global ambitions.
Singapore, ahead of the curve

Singapore

2021

Singapore, ahead of the curve

Long established as a global center for finance and trading, Asia’s smart nation hits a new inflection point through digital transformation.
Swiss tech for a better world

Switzerland

2021

Swiss tech for a better world

Green solutions developed in Switzerland lead the way as global businesses gear up for a major sustainability push.
How Malta is charming some of the world’s finest technologies

Malta

2020

How Malta is charming some of the world’s finest technologies

In order to achieve its ambitions, the Mediterranean island needs to win the battle for talents.
Enabling growth

Maldives

2019

Enabling growth

The Maldives’ dispersed geography, while bestowing the country’s irresistible appeal, also carries unique challenges to a growing economy.
The west coast of Europe

Portugal

2019

The west coast of Europe

An economic miracle for some, Portugal is modernizing and alluring. From start-ups to surf waves, the country evokes an almost Californian model on the west coast of Europe.
How a small island nation became Africa’s business champion

Mauritius

2019

How a small island nation became Africa’s business champion

In only 50 years, Mauritius defied all economic predictions and is today ranked number one in Africa for its ease in doing business.
Revive Greece, restore Europe

Greece

2018

Revive Greece, restore Europe

Signs of recovery make a compelling case for easing the Greek debt.
Where business  mixes with beauty

Maldives

2018

Where business mixes with beauty

The Greater Malé Region, formed by the union of six neighboring islands, will decongest the capital and enable unprecedented tourism growth.
The nation with a reach much greater than its borders

Luxembourg

2018

The nation with a reach much greater than its borders

Luxembourg has become a leader in financial firsts that belies its size.
Access point to Africa

Mauritius

2017

Access point to Africa

A forthcoming free trade agreement could energize an ancient commercial route between China and Mauritius, forging a cross-continential gateway centuries in the making.
Poised for regional reconstruction

Jordan

2017

Poised for regional reconstruction

Jordan is positioning itself as a launchpad for the rebuilding of Iraq and Syria.
Access to the heart of Europe

Luxembourg

2015

Access to the heart of Europe

Luxembourg’s financial sector expertise and business friendly culture are helping Chinese businesses to engage in Europe.
Reforms spark progress

Portugal

2014

Reforms spark progress

Far-reaching structural reforms have paved the way for a sustained recovery in growth and investment
Stability locks in future growth

Ivory Coast

2016

Stability locks in future growth

Côte d’Ivoire’s economic renaissance is rapidly creating a new golden era
Building the dream

Maldives

2016

Building the dream

The Maldives invests in infrastructure to unleash growth
Re-engineering for growth

Egypt

2016

Re-engineering for growth

Egypt is undergoing an infrastructure overhaul
Oil nation charts a new course

Brunei Darussalam

2016

Oil nation charts a new course

Ancient Sino-Bruneian trade routes have been revived, marking 25 years in diplomatic relations.
Economic ties boosted as President Xi visits Egypt

Egypt

2015

Economic ties boosted as President Xi visits Egypt

Egyptian President al-Sisi and Chinese President Xi deliver a joint statement at the Presidential Palace in Cairo on January 21st, 2016.
An all-weather friend in Africa

Zimbabwe

2015

An all-weather friend in Africa

President Xi’s historic visit to Zimbabwe marks a breakthrough in the strengthening of ties.
Looking seaward

Cape Verde

2013

Looking seaward

A growing hub for services in the Atlantic
Investing in durability

Morocco

2013

Investing in durability

A safe choice for business in North Africa
Investing in democracy

Tunisia

2013

Investing in democracy

The road to economic revival
Unleashing its growth potential

Zimbabwe

2012

Unleashing its growth potential

A call for international investment
Uma porta para Africa no coração do Atlântico

Cabo Verde

2012

Uma porta para Africa no coração do Atlântico

Exemplo de democracia e governação na região em que se insere, Cabo Verde procura parceiros privados que o ajudem a constituir-se como um centro internacional de prestação de serviços. Por ar, terra e mar.

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Explaining an exception

Economy

Explaining an exception

In the past two years, the Kingdom has achieved a turnaround on a political as well as an economic and social level. Despite the economic crisis in

“Meeting the goals of Vision 2020: total investments exceeding $17.5 billion”

Tourism

“Meeting the goals of Vision 2020: total investments exceeding $17.5 billion”

Imad Barrakad

Chairman of Moroccan Agency for Tourism Development, SMIT

Faith in moderation

Economy

Faith in moderation

Abdel-Ilah Benkiran

Head of Government

Think Big,  Act Smart

Finance

Think Big, Act Smart

Nizar Baraka

Minister of Economy and Finance

Aiming for the world’s top 20

Tourism

Aiming for the world’s top 20

Tourism stands to become the country’s primary industry, with 20 million visitors by 2020 if things go according to plan.

On investors’ radar

Economy

On investors’ radar

70 foreign investment projects on Moroccan soil hauled the Kingdom up to second in the ranking of African countries in terms of direct foreign investment

“We offer banking services across 11 African countries”

Finance

“We offer banking services across 11 African countries”

Mohamed El Kettani

President of Attijariwafa Bank

Energy transition

Energy

Energy transition

Morocco’s solution to the challenges of energy dependence is the object of worldwide interest. Details on this innovative formula.

“Sub-Saharan is the new frontier”

Finance

“Sub-Saharan is the new frontier”

Othman Benjelloun

President of BMCE Bank and Vice-President of the Union of Arab Banks

Betting big on Africa

Finance

Betting big on Africa

Said Ibrahimi

CEO of Casablanca Finance City

“We aim at maintaining our leadership position in Morocco”

Finance

“We aim at maintaining our leadership position in Morocco”

Mohamed Benchaâboun

President of Banque Centrale Populaire

Reforming the capital market

Finance

Reforming the capital market

Karim Hajji

CEO of the Casablanca Stock Exchange

Nurture and grow

Industry

Nurture and grow

Mostafa Terrab

CEO of OCP Group

A measure of confidence

Finance

A measure of confidence

Morocco has succeeded in raising $1.5 billion at favourable interest rates, a performance worthy of praise given the currently depressed international

“We believe in Africa as a whole”

Tourism

“We believe in Africa as a whole”

Hamid Bentahar

Vice-President of Sofitel Southern Europe and Africa and Chairman of the Regional Council of Tourism (CRT).