India's tax policies have come under scrutiny once again, as multinational corporations have hit out at the tax demands being made by the country.

In 2012, merger and acquisition activity in the Nordic region experienced significant levels of growth, while in western Europe activity declined by almost the same amount.

With backing from the likes of Google, Facebook and Twitter, a new initiative, Make IT in Ireland, is hoping to increase the country's profile as a high-tech hub.

Finland's president Sauli Niinisto has announced his commitment to attracting new FDI into the country.

International expansion aids the success of small and medium-sized enterprises, according to a survey by logistics company DHL Express and research firm IHS Global Insight.

Buoyed by a strong domestic economy, Mexican multinational enterprises made significant gains in foreign markets between 2010 and 2011.

The difficult global economic landscape is not deterring Chinese companies from expanding abroad, according to a survey by HSBC.

West Africa has experienced a significant increase in risk from crossborder threats, according to a report from risk analysis firm Maplecroft.

The EBRD's regional outlook predicts a slow improvement in the eurozone's economy, which will be good news for its neighbouring regions.

While Mexico experienced an overall decline in FDI in 2012, some areas of the country recorded significant growth in inward investment.