Freelance
A green future for Cape Town’s Atlantis
04/16/20
The article highlights Atlantis, a former Apartheid-era experiment near Cape Town, now rebranding as a green technology hub. Through the Atlantis Greentech Special Economic Zone (SEZ), it aims to attract investment in sustainable manufacturing, leveraging its industrial history and skilled workforce. The goal is to create jobs and economic growth while embracing renewable energy and innovation, targeting markets both locally and across Africa…
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France ups investment screening
03/02/20
The article discusses France's recent tightening of foreign investment regulations, aligning with EU trends. The new rules, effective from April 2020, expand scrutiny on foreign deals, lower control thresholds, and broaden the scope of regulated activities. Despite fears, experts predict minimal impact on investment, emphasizing quicker approval times and harsher penalties for non-compliance…
CEE region key for automotive R&D, says McKinsey
01/30/20
The article highlights research by McKinsey suggesting that central and eastern Europe (CEE) could enhance automotive competitiveness through its advantages in software development and R&D.