More money than ever is being invested in renewable energy. But given the ambitious long-term targets, the EU could show a little more leadership.
Will Apple windfall be sliced among EU countries?
While Ireland and Apple are appealing a European Commission ruling that their tax arrangements amounted to selective treatment, other European countries are hoping for a share in the recovered €13bn if the decision is upheld. Philippa Maister reports.
Orbán's Hungary defies the critics to draw in FDI
Hungary’s politics – perceived by some as insular – might have drawn flak, but they have certainly not deterred investors. Officials say the country’s stability is successfully attracting FDI as well as substantial reinvestment, while exports recently hit a high, as Courtney Fingar reports.
Belarus looks towards life after sanctions
As tensions ease in its relationships with the EU and the US, Belarus is confident that it can leave recession behind now that sanctions against the country are being relaxed. Courtney Fingar reports
The Investment Plan for Europe: one year on
The EU's ambitious Investment Plan for Europe launched in mid-2015 and has already notched up some notable successes. Philippa Maister assesses its progress so far.
Poland focuses on innovation
Poland’s Deputy Minister of Development, Jadwiga Emilewicz, talks to Sebastian Shehadi about how the country can reduce its dependence on foreign capital
FDI into Romania on five-year downward trend
Job creation and project numbers have been falling since 2011
Canada-EU agreement bucks trend of failure
Post-TTP and TTIP, the Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement between Canada and the EU points the way forward for global trade
Poland aims to reverse brain drain
Twenty million strong, the Polish diaspora is one of the world’s largest. With so much talent heading abroad, the ruling Law and Justice Party (PiS) is seeking to reverse this and lure Poles, especially innovators, back to Poland.
Heathrow expansion: a boon for investment
Heathrow’s expansion means more investment. Increased airport capacity is essential for the UK’s prosperity and competitive advantage, especially as global air trade and travel continue to rise.
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