Vietnam: Investment Opportunity for an Integrated Services Project in the Lệ Thanh Border Gate Economic Zone
The authorities in Gia Lai Province intend to select an investor to develop a commercial services complex and fuel station in the Lệ Thanh International Border Gate Economic Zone through an auction of the project site’s land-use rights. The complex will occupy more than 6.6 hectares in Ia Dom Commune, with an investment value of […]
Bangladesh: Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation in Trade, Investment and Technology in Economic Zones with Lithuania
During the second round of consultations between the foreign ministries of Bangladesh and Lithuania in Dhaka, the two countries agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation mechanisms and expand their partnership in trade, investment, technology and skilled-worker mobility. The discussions included encouraging private-sector participation and inviting Lithuanian investors to explore opportunities in Bangladesh’s special economic zones, particularly […]
Saudi Arabia: The Kingdom Among the World’s Top Ten for Foreign Investment Confidence in Economic Zones
For the first time, Saudi Arabia entered the list of the world’s top ten countries in the 2026 Kearney Foreign Direct Investment Confidence Index, supported by the economic and regulatory reforms associated with Saudi Vision 2030. This progress reflects the growing attractiveness of the Saudi market, with foreign direct investment inflows rising to SAR 133 […]
Russia: Technopolis Moscow Special Economic Zone Marks Its 20th Anniversary
The Technopolis Moscow Special Economic Zone is celebrating 20 years since its establishment, having become a major centre for localising advanced industries and high technologies in the Russian capital. The zone hosts more than 250 companies operating across 10 sites covering over four square kilometres, with activities spanning microelectronics, biomedicine, information technology and robotics. Among […]
Zimbabwe: Special Economic Zones Support Industrialisation and Investment Under Vision 2030
Zimbabwe is seeking to use special economic zones to promote industrialisation and attract investment as it hosts the 25th Summit of the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA). These zones provide regulatory frameworks and financial and non-financial incentives aimed at attracting capital, expanding production, creating jobs, and connecting industrial activities with domestic and […]
Algeria: Proposals to Upgrade 16 Industrial Zones under the 2027 Finance Bill
During a hearing before the National People’s Assembly, Algerian Minister of Industry Farid Kourtal presented proposals included in the 2027 Finance Bill to upgrade and rehabilitate 16 industrial and activity zones across 14 provinces, alongside funding to complete works on 62 industrial zones currently under development. He explained that these measures aim to increase the […]
Egypt:Proposal to Establish an Integrated Korean Industrial Zone in the Suez Canal Economic Zone
During a meeting in Seoul with representatives of 23 leading Korean companies, Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi proposed establishing an integrated Korean industrial zone in the Suez Canal Economic Zone. The proposal aims to attract Korean investment and expand cooperation in manufacturing and technology, while leveraging Egypt’s strategic location and trade agreements to create a […]
Jordan: Investment Incentives to Develop the Automotive Industry in Zarqa Development Zone
The Jordanian Cabinet has approved a package of incentives and exemptions aimed at attracting investment in automotive manufacturing and assembly in Zarqa Development Zone, as part of efforts to enhance local value added and strengthen Jordan’s competitiveness in the sector. The level of support is linked to the size of the investment and the extent […]
Sultanate of Oman: Presentation of Investment Opportunities in the Duqm Waterfront Project
The Public Authority for Special Economic Zones and Free Zones presented the master plan, key components, and investment opportunities of the Duqm Waterfront Project to a number of developers, investors, and operators as part of its participation in the Urban October Exhibition 2026. The project aims to develop a mixed-use coastal destination in the Special […]
Bangladesh: US$20 Million Investment to Establish a Lubricants Blending Plant in the National Special Economic Zone at Mirsharai
Rancon Lubricants Limited, a subsidiary of Rancon Group, has signed an agreement with Invest Bangladesh to lease a 6.5-acre developed plot for 50 years, renewable, in the National Special Economic Zone at Mirsharai in Chattogram. The company plans to invest US$19.65 million to establish a lubricants blending plant with an initial annual production capacity of […]