United Arab Emirates: Growing American Investment Presence in Ras Al Khaimah
Ras Al Khaimah is witnessing notable growth in the number of American companies operating in the emirate, with more than 700 US-affiliated companies now established within Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ). This growth reflects the emirate’s attractiveness as a hub for business, industry, and technology, supported by the development of its economic and technological […]
Seychelles Moves to Establish Special Economic Zones to Attract High-Value Investment
The Cabinet of Seychelles has approved a new framework for establishing special economic zones targeting value-added sectors, including financial services, free ports, trade and industry, and the blue economy. The initiative aims to diversify the economy and attract high-value investment through tailored arrangements for governance, licensing, incentives, and substantive activity requirements in each zone. For […]
Qatar: Facilitating Investment Services in Special Economic Zones through the (Companies House)
Qatar has launched the “Companies House” as a unified authority for registering companies and licensing their activities across several economic zones, including the Qatar Financial Centre, the Qatar Free Zones Authority, Qatar Science and Technology Park, and Media City Qatar. The Companies House will also maintain public registers, provide tax and immigration services, and verify […]
Russia: Development of the Special Economic Zone in Novgorod Region
During his meeting with President Vladimir Putin, Novgorod Region Governor Alexander Dronov reviewed the performance of the special economic zone established in 2021 to support high-tech industries. He noted that investment commitments had exceeded 9 billion rubles, that 16 companies had obtained resident status, and that eight investors had begun production with investments totalling 4.5 […]
Saudi Arabia at CIFIT 2026: Investment Opportunities Pave the Way for Chinese Capital
Saudi Arabia participated as the guest of honour at the 26th China International Fair for Investment and Trade (CIFIT 2026), hosted in the Chinese city of Xiamen from 8 to 11 September 2026. The Saudi pavilion showcased an integrated range of investment opportunities, enablers and incentives across sectors including energy, industry, mining, technology, artificial intelligence, […]
Vietnam: Transforming the Van Don Special Economic Zone into a Model for Sustainable Tourism Development
The Van Don Special Economic Zone, located in Quang Ninh Province in northern Vietnam and covering an area of 581 square kilometres, is regarded as a promising tourist destination due to its stunning natural scenery, an archipelago comprising more than 600 islands, and its proximity to Ha Long Bay, a UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site. […]
Morocco: Establishment of Industrial Zones to Support Global Investments
The Moroccan Council of Government approved two draft decrees aimed at expanding the network of Industrial Acceleration Zones by amending the regulatory framework governing the Jorf zone and establishing the Bouknadel 2 zone. The initiative forms part of Morocco’s efforts to provide serviced industrial land that attracts productive investment and to capitalise on these zones’ […]
Ghana: Prospects for a Canadian Partnership and Investments in the Gomoa Special Economic Zone
Canada is exploring the possibility of establishing a strategic partnership to support the development of the proposed Gomoa Special Economic Zone, with the aim of creating a leading industrial complex in Africa across a total area exceeding 85 square kilometres, at an estimated investment cost of approximately USD 250 million. The zone is intended to […]
Iran: Proposal to establish a joint economic zone near the Iranian-Armenian border
Hadi Moghadam Zadeh, CEO of Iran’s Aras Free Economic Zone, proposed establishing a joint economic zone near the Iranian-Armenian border to support manufacturing projects between the two countries. The proposal was made during his meeting with Armenia’s Deputy Minister of Economy. The zone could be established in the Armenian city of Meghri, within the Aras […]
Kyrgyzstan: Investment opportunities in the Tamchy Special Financial and Investment Zone Explored at the AIM Investment Summit 2026 in Dubai
Kyrgyzstan highlighted the investment opportunities offered by the Tamchy Special Financial and Investment Zone during its participation in the 15th AIM Investment Summit in Dubai, held under the theme “Reshaping Global Prosperity: Unlocking New Investment Pathways Towards a Sustainable and Inclusive Future.” The zone’s delegation was led by Ayaz Baetov, Chairman of its Board, who […]