Greece
Revive Greece, restore Europe
Signs of recovery make a compelling case for easing the Greek debt.Featured articles by Greece 2018
Economy
Revive Greece, restore Europe
Signs of recovery make a compelling case for easing the Greek debt.
Finance
National Bank of Greece restores investor confidence
The National Bank of Greece weathered the 2015 crisis thanks to successive recapitalizations and aims to open a new chapter of stability and attract
Energy
Gas pipelines turned on full throttle towards Europe
As a de facto transit state in Europe’s gas, Greece aims to make its way in the energy market and act as a regional platform.
Telecom & IT
Start-ups, audiovisual media, internet: a new era
Start-ups flourish in Athens, the administration is modernizing, the internet is improving and audiovisual media is transforming. A new era has come.
Luxembourg
The nation with a reach much greater than its borders
Luxembourg has become a leader in financial firsts that belies its size.Featured articles by Luxembourg 2018
Finance
“Our economy will be 25% larger than in 2013”
Pierre Gramegna
Minister of Finance of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg
Finance
“We’re open to new phenomena: Our regulator was the first to consider virtual currencies as ‘money’”
NICOLAS MACKEL
CEO of Luxembourg for Finance
Finance
Fund industry tops €4 trillion on UCITS success
The UCITS, an EU-based mutual fund, is one of the secret ingredients to growth in the EU's fund industry, and Luxembourg leads the way.
Finance
A green revolution in finance is born
Luxembourg is embarking on a more sustainable vision of finance, as demonstrated by the launch of the world's first green securities exchange.
Cyprus
Doing business at the corner of 3 continents
Featured articles by Cyprus 2017
Finance
“Bank of Cyprus has had 10 consecutive quarters of growth”
John Hourican
CEO of Bank of Cyprus
Business Services
Tax exemption on worldwide income reinforces Cyprus as regional base for professional services
An increasingly favorable tax regime that has broadened eligibility for exemptions is improving the investment appeal of Cyprus.
Real Estate & Construction
New luxury properties add to investment allure
Limassol, Cyprus’ de facto commercial hub, is providing next-generation luxury property options for investors big and small.
Ireland
How Ireland charmed America’s finest businesses
Featured articles by Ireland 2017
Economy
From Apple to Pepsi, Cork is a host of global ambition
Ireland's second city boasts office rentals half the price of Dublin, yet workers still earn on average only 10% less than the capital.
Finance
Can Dublin become the EU’s next finance hub?
Brexit creates serious uncertainities for financial players in London wishing to ensure access to the single market.
Mauritius
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.Featured articles by Mauritius 2017
Diplomacy
Mauritius: 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
Finance
Africa’s largest bank confirms growing interest for Mauritius
DANIEL NG TSEUNG
Head of Corporate Banking and Transactional Products and Services, Standard Bank (Mauritius) Limited
Tourism
China set to become top tourist source
Once negligible, tourist arrivals from China are on the rise and destined to redefine the island’s tourism landscape.
Jordan
Poised for regional reconstruction
Jordan is positioning itself as a launchpad for the rebuilding of Iraq and Syria.Featured articles by Jordan 2017
Diplomacy
“Jordan, with its unifying identity, welcomes and supports its Arab brethren”
Today the "biggest host to refugees in the world," the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan has emerged as a role model of stability, tolerance and economic
Economy
Jordan uniquely qualified to become hub for region’s reconstruction
Host to millions of refugees, Jordan is today preparing to ensure their countries get rebuilt, with investment demand estimated to be $200bn in Syria
Luxembourg
Access to the heart of Europe
Luxembourg’s financial sector expertise and business friendly culture are helping Chinese businesses to engage in Europe.Featured articles by Luxembourg 2015
Portugal
Reforms spark progress
Far-reaching structural reforms have paved the way for a sustained recovery in growth and investmentFeatured articles by Portugal 2014
Finance
“Fosun’s global reach brings us immense potential”
Jorge Magalhães Correia
CEO of Fidelidade Seguros
Aviation
Business pushing for Portugal-China air link
Intensification of commercial and holiday travel underscores the need for direct flights from lisbon to china
Ivory Coast
Stability locks in future growth
Côte d’Ivoire’s economic renaissance is rapidly creating a new golden eraFeatured articles by Ivory Coast 2016
Diplomacy
Stability locks in future growth
Côte d’Ivoire’s economic renaissance is rapidly creating a new golden era
Maldives
Building the dream
The Maldives invests in infrastructure to unleash growthFeatured articles by Maldives 2016
Economy
Building the dream
The Maldives is being reimagined, with smart cities and industrial hubs literally rising from the sand and sea.
Economy
Women ride rising tide of gender equity
More female leaders are in positions of power than ever before, challenging traditional views of the role of women in the Muslim Indian Ocean nation.
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Tourism
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Greece’s tourism arrivals are growing at double the global average.
Tourism
/ Greece
The Ionian Islands have witnessed four straight years of tourism growth. The region’s governor is predicting
Tourism
/ Greece
Named European Region of Gastronomy for 2019, the South Aegean Islands are about to impress the world.
