Investment Promotion Agency
Afghanistan: Investment Support Agency
The Investment Support Agency of Afghanistan aims to promote business growth, foreign investment, and cross-border partnerships through proper regulations and policies. This site contains a list of laws, current industrial parks, and reasons to invest in Afghanistan among other resources.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 14, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Financial Services, Business Services, Afghanistan, Industry Specific, Regulatory Agencies
Agence pour la Promotion des Investissements au Mali
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Mali
AICEP Portugal Global
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: July 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Portugal
Algeria: The National Investment Development Agency (ANDI)
The National Investment Development Agency (ANDI) of Algeria is charged with promoting and growing international and local investment within Algeria. This is done through policy development and regulation. The site contains lists of useful statistics, laws, and business centers within Algeria.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: March 28, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Algeria
Andorra Development and Investment (ADI)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 30, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Andorra
Antigua and Barbuda: Antigua & Barbuda Investment Authority (ABIA)
The Antigua & Barbuda Investment Agency (ABIA) was created by the government of Antigua & Barbuda to attract domestic and foreign investment in the country. The site provides investors with intelligence on local facilities, industries, and regulations. ABIA also regulates foreign direct investment into Antigua & Barbuda.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 9, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Financial Services, Antigua and Barbuda, Industry Specific, Regulatory Agencies
Argentina: Prosperar National Investment Promotion Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Argentina
Armenian Development Agency (ADA)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 26, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Business Services, Armenia, Industry Specific, Export Promotion Agency, Regulatory Agencies
Australia: Australian Trade Commission
Austrade was created by the Federal Government to help Australian businesses sell their products (including perishable goods, manufactured items, and professional services) overseas. A directory of Australian Exporting firms, trade statistics, event calendar, industry reports, and information on investing in Australia are included.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 26, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Business Services, Australia, Industry Specific, Export Promotion Agency, Regulatory Agencies
Austria: Austrian Business Agency
Detailed information on doing business in Austria. This is a "government-operated consulting firm" that offers free services to international investors willing to make business in Austria, it has information on incentives, taxes, etc. (Available in English, German, French, Italian, Russian, Japanese and Chinese)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 1, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Austria
Azerbaijan Export and Investment Promotion
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 1, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Azerbaijan, Export Promotion Agency
Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 1, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Bahrain
Bangladesh: Board of Investment (BOI)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 1, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Bangladesh
Belize: Beltraide - Belize Trade and Investment Development Service
This Belize Trade and Investment Development Service page contains relevant information on the requirements to invest in Belize, links to the actual applications for licenses and fiscal incentives.. There is a business directory, links to useful resources, regulatory requirements, and news and events updates.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: October 31, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Business Services, Belize, Industry Specific, Regulatory Agencies
Board of Investment, The National Investment Promotion Agency of Mauritius
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Mauritius
Botswana: Botswana Export Development and Investment Authority
The website is home to the Botswana Export Development and Investment Authority (BEDIA), which is a private sector led organization that aims to promote increased export-oriented enterprises. The site provides information on investing within Botswana, industrial procedures, and more. Site is available in English, French, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Botswana
Brazil: BrasilGlobalNet
Within the Ministry of Foreign Relations of Brazil, the Trade Promotion Department offers this site through the BrasilGlobalNet. This site offers information for potential investors in Brazil. In addition to a foreign investor's guide, important addresses, information on company formation, and a listing of trade fairs can be found. Free registration required. The site is available in English, Spanish, and Portuguese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Brazil, Export Promotion Agency
Bulgaria: InvestBulgaria Agency
This site explains why Bulgaria is a good country for investment. It provides brief country economy information like foreign investment statistics, as well as news headlines. Besides publications, this site also provides success stories of companies that have invested in Bulgaria. Site it availabe in English, Bulgarian, and German.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Bulgaria
Business Lithuania
Resources for both investing in Lithuania and also trade. Invest Lithuania offers reasons to invest along with success stories of those who invested with Lithuania. The trade with Lithuania side of the site offers the ability to find business partners and lays out the enterprise services available to those who participate in trade with Lithuania.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 9, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Lithuania
Canada: Invest in Canada
Invest in Canada is a useful guide for those interested in investing in Canada. The site provides information on the Canadian advantages, the attractive industry sectors, as well as detailed provincial and territorial information.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 7, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Canada
Cape Verde Invesments
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 7, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Cape Verde
Cayman Islands: Department of Commerce & Investment
The Department of Commerce & Investment is responsible for the promotion of investment within the Cayman Islands. The agency serves as a central resource point for potential investors and provides plenty of guides, laws, and how-to pamphlets to start investing in the Cayman Islands.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Financial Services, Cayman Islands, Industry Specific, Regulatory Agencies
Centre de Promotion des Investissements
The Investments Promotion Center is an agency under the Ministry of Economy, Prospective, Development and Evaluation of the Public Action (MEPDEAP). Its mission is to promote the development and promotion of investments in Benin. The site contains information of market analysis and guide to start businesses. Available in French and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 2, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Benin
Chile: Investment Review
The Chilean Foreign Investment Committee is the government agency that promotes the investment of foreign capital in Chile. The web site contains business and trade information and statistics such as bilateral treaties. The publications section gives access to its bimonthly newsletter: “Chile: Investment Review”. The information of this page is available in Spanish and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Chile
Colombia's Official Investment Portal
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Colombia
Cyprus: Investment Promotion Agency
The Cyprus Investment Promotion Agency has a mandate to promote Cyprus as an attractive international investment centre in key priority growth sectors, to advocate reform in Cyprus required to improve the regulatory and business environment and infrastructure and to provide investor support with after care and further development services. The site includes information on specific industries as well as steps on how to start a business.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: March 25, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Cyprus
Czech Republic: CzechInvest
CzechInvest describes investment opportunities in the Czech Republic, and gives background data on the Czech economy as well as the political situation and other general information about the Czech Republic. There is also an interesting case study on ABB's entry into the market. The site is available in Czech, Japanese and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: December 5, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Czech Republic
Democratic Republic of Congo: National Agency for the Promotion of Investments
Translation available through google
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 15, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Democratic Republic of the Congo
Denmark: Invest in Denmark
Information on this site is provided by the Danish Ministry of Foreign Affairs. It includes detailed information on doing Business in Denmark including a rundown of business costs, incentives for investors, infrastructure and taxation information and much more. There is also a newsletter that provides updates on the business environment and laws. Some of the information is a few years old.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 30, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Denmark
Djibouti: National Investment Promotion Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Djibouti
Dominican Republic: Invest in the DR
The Investment Promotion Department of The Export and Investment Center of the Dominican Republic promotes and encourages investment in the Dominican Republic through providing a free, confidential and comprehensive set of support services to all investors.Invest in the DR objectives include to provide business terms related to commercial and investment practices, and also to optimize and diversify the supply of goods and services in order to competitively insert the country into global markets.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 28, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Dominican Republic
Economic Development Board of Madagascar
The Economic Development Board of Madagascar provides general information about doing business in Madagascar. The site includes statistics on Madagascar's economy, potential business opportunities in Madagascar, the process for starting a new business in Madagascar, and the laws of investment. It aims to strengthen the competitiveness of Madagascar as an investment market. The site is available in French, English, and Chinese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 30, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Madagascar
Egypt: General Authority for Investment and Free Zones
GAFI is a government department that provides information for investors wanting to do business in Egypt. Investment laws, areas available for privatization, projects available for investment, and information on how to start projects in free zones are some of the services provided. Site is available in English, Japanese, and Arabic.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 26, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Egypt
Estonian Investment & Trade Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Estonia
Ethiopian Investment Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Ethiopia
Fiji Islands Trade and Investment Bureau
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 6, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Fiji, Export Promotion Agency
Finland: Invest in Finland
Among the various resources this site offers, PDF fact sheets on topics like the economy, labor and energy markets, and infrastructure are included. Also, reports are provided about some of Finland’s industries like health care and the environment. This is a multi-lingual site.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 9, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Finland
Foreign Investment Promotion Agency of Bosnia and Herzegovina (FIPA)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Bosnia and Herzegovina
France: Invest in France Agency (North America)
This site provides documents on how to establish a business in France, on financial assistance, on taxation and on how to hire French and international employees; all these documents are PDF files.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 4, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, France
Germany: Foreign Trade and Investment Promotion Scheme
A conglomerate of Euler Hermes Kreditversicherungs-AG and PricewaterhouseCoopers Aktiengesellschaft Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft (PwC AG) was appointed by the German government to manage foreign trade and investment promotion schemes. The site includes information on export credit guarantees, investment guarantees, and untied loan guarantees specific to Germany.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 7, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Germany, Export Promotion Agency
Ghana: Ghana Investment Promotion Center
Created with the goal of attracting foreign investment to Ghana, this web site provides a wealth of information on the country and its investment climate. Sections on the site include an investment guide, information on taxes and tax exemptions, free trade zones, and company rankings. Also available in French.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 3, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Ghana
Greece: Invest in Greece
Invest in Greece is designed to inform potential investors of all the opportunities that exist for them in Greece. It features information by sector and a very useful interactive map that shows the information by region.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 18, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Greece
Grenada: Grenada Industrial Development Corporation
As the investment promotion agency of the Government of Grenada, the Grenada Industrial Development Corporation (GIDC) aims to increase private sector investment through attracting new investment, increasing the number of small businesses, and facilitating the development of existing business. The site provides a wealth of information on investing or setting up a business in the country, as well as publications available for download.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Grenada
Guyana: Guyana Office for Investment
This office provides the investors with the necessary information and steps to begin commerce operations in the country, including information about taxation, employment restrictions, banks and finance, and trade promotions. A link to “Investor’s Roadmap” which covers all stages to invest in the country is provided. Also, information is provided about the country's agriculture, seafood, forestry, manufacturing, tourism, information technology, mining and energy industries.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Guyana
Hong Kong: Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK)
Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) is a government department whose aim is to provide assistance to companies looking for direct foreign investment opportunities in Hong Kong. Necessary information on opening a business in Hong Kong is provided, including: setting up a company, taxation, trade regulations, economic environment facts, banking, labor conditions, intellectual property protection, and trade and other key statistics. Site available in English and multiple Asian and European languages.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 16, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Hong Kong
Hungary: Investment and Trade Development Agency (ITDH)
The Hungary Investment and Trade Development Agency (ITDH) promotes international economic relations and business endeavors having direct impact on the development of the Hungarian economy. Information is broken into Investment in Hungary, Priority Sectors, and Trade with Hungary. The site is available in English, German, Hungarian, Italian, and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 14, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Hungary
IDA Ireland Foreign Investment
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: March 20, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Ireland
IDA: Invest Dominica Authority
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Dominica
India Brand Equity Foundation
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, India
Indonesia Investment Coordinating Board
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: March 12, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Indonesia
Invest El Salvador
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 8, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, El Salvador
Invest in Cambodia
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 31, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Cambodia
Invest in Guatemala
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Guatemala
Invest in Luxembourg
Provided by Luxembourg for Business, Invest in Luxembourg relies on the strengths of both public and private partners and operates as a trade promotion agency to foster Luxembourg's outbound activities.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: December 5, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Luxembourg
Invest in Macedonia
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Macedonia, Export Promotion Agency
Invest in Mauritania
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 5, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Mauritania
Invest in Spain
The State Company for the Promotion and Attraction of Foreign Investment is a public corporation that strives to capture foreign investment focusing on the countries, sectors and companies in international businesses with the greatest growth potential, promote the adequate investment climate by identifying the potential needs of investors and suggesting the appropriate measures to meet them, and foster initiatives necessary to promote and attract inward investment in Spain. Resource available in Spanish and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Spain
Invest Saint Lucia
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Saint Lucia
Israel Investment Promotion Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Israel
Jamaica Promotion Corporation
Jamaica Promotions Corporation focuses on trade and investment in Jamaica. It offers latest news in Jamaica, along with links and articles connecting visitors with information on Tender Opportunities, Funding, Related Agencies and Career Opportunities.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: March 14, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Jamaica, Export Promotion Agency
Japan: Invest Japan!
Invest Japan provides interesting information, such as a cost simulation model to help estimate start-up costs of establishing a new operation in Japan, an overview of Japan's regional transportation infrastructure, information regarding regulations on establishing new enterprises, and more. The site is also available in Japanese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Japan
Jordan: Jordan Investment Board
The Jordan Investment Board is a governmental organization in support of increasing foreign direct investment in Jordan. JIB provides assistance to international private investors to acquire licensing and simplified procedures to get businesses started. Their website provides information about market access, government, demographics, and investment information.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Jordan
Kazakhstan: National Export and Investment Agency
The National Agency for Export and Investment Kazakhstan, KAZNEX aims to promote Kazakhstan's non-oil exports and foreign direct investment. This site offers many analysis papers about exports and investments in Kazakhstan. It also contains news stories and video interviews. The site is available in Russian and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 31, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Kazakhstan, Export Promotion Agency
Kenya: Kenya Investment Authority
The Kenya Investment Authority strives to promote and facilitate investment in Kenya. This site provides information on why one should invest in Kenya, doing business, opportunities, publications and living in Kenya.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Kenya
Kosovo: Investment Promotion Agency of Kosovo
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: February 8, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Kosovo
Kuwait Foreign Investment Bureau
(Available in Arabic and English)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 20, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Kuwait
L'Agence Burundaise de Promotion des Investissements
The Burundi Investment Promotion Agency was created by Presidential Decree on October 19, 2009. The agency's mission is to inform investors about investment and exportation; to support investors and exporters particularly in obtaining documents and complying with the law; to conceive the necessary reforms; and to challenge the government on misapplication of regulations.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: December 5, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Burundi
Latvia: Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA)
The Investment and Development Agency of Latvia (LIAA) aims to facilitate foreign investment and increase the competitiveness of Latvian entrepreneurs in both domestic and foreign markets. Investment and trade information is provided across a range of topics. Site is available in Chinese, English, Japanese, Latvian and Russian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Latvia
Lebanon: Investment Development Authority of Lebanon
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Lebanon
Lesotho: National Development Corporation
The Lesotho National Development Corporation serves the purpose of putting into action the policies of industrial development in Lesotho. The website discusses incentives, investment opportunities, investment services, projects, and gives general information about investment and Lesotho in general.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 10, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Lesotho
Macau Trade and Investment Promotion Institute
Macau Trade and Investment Promotion Institute aims to introduce potential investors to the local investment environment and opportunities in Macau. It provides trade, economic, statistical, general information, market analysis and updated events to assist investors doing business in Macau.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 1, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Macau
Malawi Investment Promotion Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Malawi
Malaysia: Malaysian Industrial Development Authority (MIDA)
The Malaysian Industrial Development Authority website provides reasons for investment in Malaysia, as well as information ranging from taxation policies to intellectual property protection. Site is available in English, Arabic, Bahasa Malaysian, Japanese and Chinese.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Malaysia
Maldives: Foreign Investment Services
Along with having general background information on the Maldives, this site features useful information regarding the Maldives as an investment destination. While providing background on different areas of investment in the Maldives, the site also offers guidance on the process of registering a foreign investment. Invest Maldives also can help with issuing licenses for foreign investors to conduct business in the Maldives.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 30, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Maldives
Malta: Malta Enterprise
Malta Enterprise includes extensive information on doing business in Malta, including incentives for investors, financial and banking information, maritime and freeport facilities, and more. Other sections of the same site include a business directory of exporters, industry reports, company profiles, calendar of events, and a newsletter.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Malta
Mexico: ProMexico-Investment Promotion Agency
ProMexico is the Mexican Government Institution in charge of strengthening Mexico's participation in the international economy. This site provides detailed Mexican company information, export activity of companies and coordinates actions to attract foreign direct investment to national territory. It also provides investment and purchasing information and opportunities for foreign visitors, including service, Mexico Investment Map, Trade directory and road maps. The website is available in English and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Mexico
Micronesia: Investment Guide
An investor’s guide to the investment climate and opportunities in Micronesia, this site features investment related application forms and documents that are available in PDF format. Specific investment opportunities are available by industry and by state.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Federated States of Micronesia
Moldova: Moldovan Investment and Export Promotion Organization (MIEPO)
The Moldovan Investment and Export Promotion Organization (MIEPO) directly reports to the Ministry of Economy and Trade of the Republic of Moldova. The primary objectives are to enhance social and economic development through investment and export promotion activities. The site provides an overview of Moldova, Investment Opportunities, an Exporter's Database, and Trade Agreements. Site is available in English and Romanian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Moldova
Monaco: Invest in Monaco
Invest in Monaco is part of the comprehensive Monte Carlo Online portal which offers general information on Monaco. The Investing section has information on the tax system, legislation and banks. A business directory is also featured. Site is available in English, French, Italian, German, Russian and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Monaco
Mongolia: Foreign Investment and Foreign Trade Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Mongolia
Moroccan Investment Development Agency
The Moroccan Investment and Development Agency (MIDA) is a financially autonomous public institution, in the form of a legal entity. MIDA is the national body in charge of the development and promotion of investment in Morocco.The resource's services include informing potential investors about the regulatory framework and investment opportunities in Morocco, assisting them in their quest for investment, facilitating their contact with local and administrative partners, and making sure they benefit from the best environment for the development of their business.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 15, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Morocco
National Investment Site of the Republic of Belarus
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: August 1, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Belarus
Nepal: Ministry of Industry
The Foreign Investment Promotion Division provides the investor with information pertaining to the investment policies and economic climate of Nepal, as well as various investment opportunities.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Nepal
Netherlands: The Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA)
As a government agency, the Netherlands Foreign Investment Agency (NFIA) provides information and practical assistance to international investors who wants to enter the Netherlands' market. The NFIA introduces corporate investors to a variety of Dutch networks and service suppliers in business, to government authorities at national and regional levels, to academic and private sector consultants, and to others, of relevance to the investment process. The services are provide free of charge.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Netherlands
New Zealand Trade and Enterprise
This website helps link high-growth businesses in New Zealand with international investors. It helps bring companies to New Zealand along with helping New Zealand companies expand globally. As developing industries begin to expand overseas from New Zealand, NZTE allows investors to work with the companies in order to ensure the most efficient process possible.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 3, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, New Zealand
Nigerian Investment Promotion Council (NIPC)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Nigeria
Oman: The Omani Center for Investment and Export Development
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: July 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Oman, Export Promotion Agency
Organization for Investment Economic and Technical Assistance of Iran
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 11, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Iran
Pakistan: Board of Investment
The Pakistan Board of Investment assists companies and individuals interested in investing in the country. The government site provides reasons for investing in Pakistan, services available, news, and important links.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Pakistan
Papua New Guinea: Investment Promotion Authority
The Investment Promotion Authority implements policies and programs aimed at increasing total annual investments, greater increases in non-mining sector investments and increasing the level of investments financed by the domestic sector. The IPA is a statutory organization established in 1992 by an Act of Parliament to promote and facilitate investment in Papua New Guinea.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Papua New Guinea, Export Promotion Agency
Paraguay: Red de Inversiones y Exportaciones
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Paraguay, Export Promotion Agency
Peru: Private Investment Promotion Agency
The Private Investment Promotion Agency of Peru is a government institution that aims to promote investment in order to boost Peru's competitiveness and sustained development. It provides an insightful introduction about Peru, the latest news, investment opportunities, and an overview of the economic environment. Site is available in English and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: July 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Peru
Philippines: Board of Investment (BOI)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Philippines
Poland: Polish Information and Foreign Investment Agency (PAIiIZ)
The Polish Information and Foreign Investment Agency (PAIiIZ) provides information about what makes Poland a great place for business. Besides the general information on Poland, PAIiIZ offers reports on a series of topics on exporting to Poland and demographic and economic statistics. There is also a section on legal publications in several languages. Site is available in English, Polish, Japanese, Korean, German, French, Russian and Italian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Poland
Republic of Iraq National Investment Commission
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 23, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Iraq
Rwanda Development Board
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Rwanda
Saint Kitts: Investment Promotion Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: July 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Saint Kitts and Nevis
Saint Vincent and the Grenadines: Invest SVG
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
Saudi Arabia: Saudi Arabia General Investment Authority
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Saudi Arabia
SelectUSA
SelectUSA seeks to highlight the many advantages the United States offers as a location for business and investment.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: December 3, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, United States
Senegal: Investment Promotion Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Senegal
Serbia Investment and Export Promotion Agency (SIEPA)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: December 3, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Serbia, Export Promotion Agency
Seychelles Investment Bureau
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Seychelles
Sierra Leone Investment and Export Promotion Agency
Sierra Leone Investment and Export Promotion Agency stimulates domestic and foreign investment by the leveraging of public and private sector resources. The site contains information on exports and provides a guide for starting a business in Sierra Leone.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 3, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Sierra Leone, Export Promotion Agency
Singapore: Economic Development Board
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: September 26, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Singapore
Slovak Investment and Trade Development Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 30, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Slovakia, Export Promotion Agency
South Africa: Department of Trade and Industry
The South African Department of Trade and Industry's aim is to encourage a dynamic industrial, globally competitive South African economy, characterized by inclusive growth and development, decent employment, and equity, built on the full potential of all citizens. It's strategic objectives include facilitating the transformation of the economy to promote industrial development, investment, competitiveness and employment creation; building mutually beneficial regional and global relations to advance South Africa´s trade, industrial policy and economic development objectives; and facilitate broad-based economic participation through targeted interventions to achieve more inclusive growth.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 14, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, South Africa, Export Promotion Agency
South Korea: Invest Korea
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 11, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, South Korea
Sudan: Ministry of Investment
The Ministry of Investment in Sudan is accountable for formulating strategies, policies, goals and programs aimed at developing local and foreign investments in Sudan. The site provides information on topics such as commercial laws, free trade, and investment regulations. Site is available in Arabic and English.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Sudan
Swaziland Investment Promotion Authority
SIPA works to attract investment in Swaziland by offering statistics as well as law and regulations for the country. They also link investors up with avenues for investing within Swaziland.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 28, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Swaziland
Sweden: Invest in Sweden
The site publishes facts and news of interest for Swedish export companies and foreign investors, as well as ongoing marketing programs, seminars and events relating to international trade. It aims to make Sweden more attractive as an international business partner. Most of the content can be accessed free of charge, while some of the content requires registration and paid subscription. The site is also available in Swedish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 23, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Sweden
Switzerland: Swiss Import and Export Promotion Agency
The Swiss Import and Export Promotion Agency informs, advises and guides SMEs from Switzerland and Liechtenstein in their international business ventures. It links companies, experts and private and public organizations around the world, thus facilitating efficient promotion of foreign trade. Apart from export promotion, it has also been responsible for promoting Switzerland as a business location abroad since the beginning of 2008, as well as for promoting imports from selected developing and transition countries. Resource available in English, French, German, and Italian.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: January 29, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Switzerland, Export Promotion Agency
Tanzania Investment Center
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: July 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Tanzania
The People’s committee of Ho Chi Minh City Investment and Trade Promotion Center (ITPC)
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 24, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Vietnam
Trinidad and Tobago Investment Promotion
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: December 7, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Trinidad and Tobago
Tunisia: Foreign Investment Promotion Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Tunisia
Turkey : Invest in Turkey
A comprehensive compilation of information for investors interested in Turkey, Invest in Turkey provides general information about the investment environment in Turkey, investment opportunities, legislative framework, and living in Turkey. Site is available in a number of different languages.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Turkey
Uganda Investment Authority
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: July 19, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Uganda
UK Trade & Investment
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: June 13, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, United Kingdom, Export Promotion Agency
Uruguay: Investment and Export Promotion Agency
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: April 30, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Uruguay, Export Promotion Agency
Uzbekistan: UZINFOINVEST
“UZINFOINVEST”, the Information Support & Foreign Investments Promotion Agency, provides information and support to foreign investors in Uzbekistan. The site contains general information of Uzbekistan, investment guides, and investment opportunity analysis.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 2, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Uzbekistan
Vanuatu: Investment Promotion Authority
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Vanuatu
Venezuela: National Council for Investment Promotion
National Council of Investment Promotion includes a wealth of information regarding business opportunities in a variety of sectors, programs of the Council and the legal environment. Users can also subscribe to the e-magazine. Site is available in English and Spanish.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 21, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Venezuela
Yemen: General Investment Authority
The Yemen General Investment Authority aims to facilitate ongoing investment across Yemen through partnership with the private sector and other stakeholders. The site provides news, links to Yemen laws, investment information and helpful links.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: May 2, 2013
Tags: Country Specific, Yemen
Zambia: Development Agency
The Zambian Development Agency is responsible for fostering economic growth and development in Zambia through promoting trade and investment and has the challenge to develop an internationally competitive Zambian economy through innovations that promotes high skills, productive investment, and increased trade.
Last reviewed by globalEDGE on: November 8, 2012
Tags: Country Specific, Zambia, Export Promotion Agency