FDI

The future should be Africa

Published: June 30, 2021

One thing which is certain in the world of geopolitics and demographics is that the population of Africa is set to grow rapidly. Having been held back by Aids, Africa has a very young population, and numbers are set to accelerate dramatically over the coming years. For reasons that are not well understood but may have to do with the age profile, the pandemic has not had a great direct impact and hopes are that richer countries will provide some access to vaccines before a new, more powerful wave can arrive.

Indian companies seek to reduce duty on EU machinery imports

Published: July 3, 2020

Companies from various sectors in India have reportedly started submitting proposals to the government in a move that seeks to reduce import dependence on China.

India could reduce leather imports from China

Published: June 5, 2020

India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi has named leather, furniture and air conditioning as priority sectors for which imports could be reduced, it is claimed.

India seeks to seize opportunity vacated by China

Published: May 19, 2020

As China faces growing global tension over its handling of the coronavirus, India sees a door of opportunity to attract further international investments, including manufacturing, with the state of Uttar Pradesh allegedly forming a special task force for this.

Ethiopia attracts over $4 billion in FDI

Published: August 24, 2018

Ethiopia has attracted more than $4 billion foreign direct investment (FDI) during the last fiscal year ending July 8, 2018 according to a state official. The nation managed to attract 156 big companies during the year with a combined capital of over $4.1 billion, including investments in the leather and leather goods sectors.

Tanners come under pressure for immediate relocation

Published: April 25, 2016

The Leathergoods and Footwear Manufacturers and Exporters Association of Bangladesh (LFMEAB) has demanded the immediate relocation of tanneries to Savar to build a positive image of the country and attract the much needed foreign investment.