Foreign Direct Investment (fDi)

Big Pharma�s big bang

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Tie-ups with the life sciences sector could save the pharmaceutical industry from its unsustainable business model, writes Karen E Thuermer.

US shows biotech strength

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

fDi�s first biotech sector power rankings show the traditional behemoths leading the way.

Foreign affairs

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

With its shift of gravity outside the US, GE International is slowly becoming a more global company under the guidance of its president and CEO. Interview by Lara Williams.

Tax pitfalls

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

Rio Tinto Minerals is weighing up a lucrative new investment in a Mendoza Potash mine but the Argentine government�s new tax on mineral exports and the country�s questionable energy reserves complicate matters, says Jason Mitchell.

The Konya conundrum

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 04:00:00 GMT

A cheap, educated labour force; vast areas of available land; a reputation for manufacturing excellence; generous discounts and tax incentives for foreign businesses. For how much longer will international investors be able to ignore Konya�s charms? Lara Williams reports.