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Australia wants more foreign investment. That’s why a $29 billion bid for Santos puts the Treasurer in a tricky position

The Australian origins of Santos have made an indelible mark on the company’s very name. The energy giant was first incorporated in 1954 under the acronym for “South Australia Northern Territory Oil Search”. It was publicly listed on the Adelaide Stock Exchange that same year.

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Reeves considers softening inheritance tax changes amid non-dom backlash

Chancellor is keen to mollify wealthy global investors and attract foreign investment into the UK

The Guardian - UK

'Incredible': Scotland bucking international trend on foreign investment, study finds

SCOTLAND has been the top destination for foreign direct investment in the UK outside of London for a decade, new research has found ...

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Trump’s ‘revenge tax’ could threaten foreign investment into US, analysts say

Concerns raised that section 899 could backfire and also undermine dollar’s safe haven status

The Guardian - UK

Trump diverts from 'America First' as he seeks to end wars, snag foreign dollars - Roll Call

President Donald Trump has pivoted recently as he seeks trillions in foreign investment dollars and tries to end two foreign wars.

Roll Call

UK foreign investment falls as funding from US dries up, survey shows

The UK secured fewer investment projects than France for the fifth year in a row, according to EY’s annual UK attractiveness survey.

Evening Standard

Thousands are feared dead in Myanmar’s quake. Trump’s USAID cuts will cause even more unnecessary deaths

In early 2021, after a decade of political and economic reforms, Myanmar looked like it was finally beginning to shake off the hangover of decades of military rule. Foreign investment was growing, and standards of living were gradually improving.

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China's Xi makes strong push for greater foreign investment as economy continues to lag

Chinese President Xi Jinping has urged foreign investors to have faith in China's business prospects in an address to major global business leaders

The Independent UK

Sadiq Khan: We all have to do better to deliver the housing London desperately needs

The Mayor travelled to the Mipim property conference for the first time to seek foreign investment in London

Evening Standard

Will multinational companies flock to Syria? Maybe, if foreign aid arrives first

Syria’s new foreign minister, Asaad al-Shaibani, recently appeared at the World Economic Forum’s annual conference in the Swiss resort of Davos. He announced that his country is open for business and seeking foreign investment.

The Conversation

Sri Lanka Signs Landmark $3.7 Bn Deal With Chinese State Oil Giant

Sri Lanka has secured its biggest-ever foreign investment after signing a deal with Chinese state-run oil giant Sinopec, officials said on Thursday.

International Business Times

More alleged Chinese intrusions into the US Treasury revealed

Committee on Foreign Investment in the US targeted as part of the recent incursions.

TechRadar

Chinese hackers target US Treasury computers used for sanctions — Committee on Foreign Investment specifically targeted

Chinese hackers gained access to an unclassified CFIUS system.

Tom’s Hardware

Nippon Steel-U.S. Steel Merger Poses No National Security Threat

The Committee on Foreign Investment doesn't recommend blocking the merger, and neither should President Joe Biden.

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US-Japan steel deal goes to Biden for final decision after panel deadlocks

Committee on Foreign Investment in the US fails to agree on national security risks of proposed takeover of US Steel.

Roll Call

Trump’s USDA pick could focus on foreign investments in agricultural land - Roll Call

Brooke L. Rollins is poised to tackle foreign investments in U.S. agricultural land if confirmed as Agriculture secretary.

The National (Scotland)

Scottish city named as best for foreign investment outside London

EDINBURGH has been named as the highest-ranking city in the UK outside of London for foreign direct investment (FDI) attractiveness, according to a…

The National (Scotland)

Edinburgh named UK’s most attractive for foreign investment outside of London

EDINBURGH has been named the most attractive city for foreign investment outside of London in a new report.

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The Independent UK

EU pledges $96M loan to Cameroon to boost infrastructure

The European Union says it will lend 91 million euros to Cameroon over the next three years to boost the West African country’s infrastructure and attract foreign investment

The Guardian - UK

Simon Harris says lack of infrastructure could become a ‘drag’ on Ireland’s competitiveness

Irish prime minister speaks of need to overcome housing and infrastructural deficits to maintain foreign investment

Latin Times

Mexico Touts Foreign Investments As IMF Warns About Reforms

President Claudia Sheinbaum trumpeted planned foreign investment in energy, tourism and e-commerce after meeting US business leaders in Mexico City, although it was unclear how much of it was new.

AAP

Australia may miss billions in green Chinese investment

Chinese investment in Australia has fallen, despite the nation's growing budget for renewable energy projects in the transition to net zero emissions by 2050.

The Independent UK

Sri Lanka's new leader must balance ties between regional powerhouses India and China

The Marxist lawmaker who won Sri Lanka’s presidency faces a key challenge in how to balance ties with his country’s two most crucial partners, India and China, as he seeks to draw foreign investment and pull the economy out of the doldrums

The Conversation

In Lebanon, foreign investment soars despite ongoing challenges

Since the onset of the economic crisis in 2019,Lebanon has endured a cascade of severe challenges that have drastically altered the landscape of everyday life for its citizens. The crisis, triggered by a combination of financial mismanagement, political corruption, and a volatile regional environment, has led to unprecedented levels of…

The Independent UK

U.S. to expand control of land sales to foreigners near 56 additional military sites

New Treasury rulemaking would expand the U.S. Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States’ jurisdiction to review land sales near 56 additional military sites, bringing the overall number to 227

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