Has Covid-19 delivered the death blow to US-China FDI?
The trade war between the US and China has been stoked further by Covid-19. But how will this 'decoupling' affect investment between the two countries?
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The US-China decoupling: Inside the big break-up
US-China economic integration shaped today’s world. This New Statesman Media Group special report looks at why parts of it are now going into reverse.
Covid-19, corruption and the cybercrime backdrop
Covid-19 has forced companies and workers to work more remotely and rely more on digital channels, but with this has come an increased risk of criminal activity, particularly in countries with high corruption levels.
What is agritech? Driving the future of food
Agricultural technology – commonly abbreviated to agritech – aims to make the food production process as efficient as possible but does not stop at the growing of food.
Covid-19 forces a rethink of global supply chains
The Covid-19 pandemic is causing companies to think again on their supply chains, with a complete shake-up of the FDI landscape looming.
The state of play: FDI in Indonesia
Over the past two decades, Indonesia has rapidly become one of the world’s top destinations for FDI.
European solar energy development shines on
Solar power installations in Europe have slowed during the Covid-19 pandemic, but the sector is proving resilient.
Industry 4.0 to the rescue?
With companies reconsidering the future of their supply chains and manufacturing operations in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, embracing Industry 4.0 will aid their recoveries.
Which regions will benefit from a post-Covid-19 reshoring trend?
Canada, Mexico, and Central and Eastern Europe are identified as three key regions that investors will turn to when looking to reduce their exposure to Asia.
Covid-19 and infrastructure: A chance for innovation?
While the Covid-19 pandemic is locking down many countries, opportunities are arising to complete infrastructure projects on empty roads and streets, while governments are being given a stark lesson on the importance of their digital frameworks.
Free zones: The breeding ground for economic recuperation?
Free zones could spearhead the move to restore economic activity in their host countries in the wake of Covid-19 based on diversification, and demand and investments from abroad.
Power down: Decreased demand and production slowdown plagues energy sectors
With production stunted, commodity prices in free fall and supply chains restricted, many governments are implementing measures to ease the energy downturn brought on by Covid-19.
