China is the most attractive country for manufacturing, with its cities also topping fDi’s benchmark rankings.
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A Mediterranean climate and stunning coastline makes Tuapse a holiday haven, yet few Westerners venture there. But as neighbouring Sochi prepares to host the 2014 Olympics and resorts throughout the region scramble to up their game, that could be about to change
France pledges support to tourism developments in Northern Caucasus
Tourist developments in Northern Caucasus have been bolstered by the support of the French government, which is bringing money and expertise to the table. Austria looks set to lend an Alpine hand as well
The growing problem of where to invest in agriculture
As the world's population continues to grow at pace, the problem of food provision is causing a headache for governments the world over. Agriculture investment can go a long way to solving such problems, but deciding where to invest is not so easy.
Technology fuels growth of greenhouse agriculture
Technology is driving the growth of greenhouse-based agriculture, especially in hot countries where arable land and rainwater are sparse
California leading US destination for software and IT services
Latest figures highlight California's reputation as an IT destination.
EasyJet taps the business market
EasyJet's director for Europe Mike Campbell talks to fDi about business travel, oil spikes and why the company will never be a long-haul carrier
View from the C-suite: Microsoft's clear sky for cloud computing
Adrienne Hall, general manager of Microsoft Trustworthy Computing, tells Spencer Anderson how uptake of cloud computing is growing as fears over security and performance are assuaged.
US must relax biotechnology rules to keep competitive edge
With nations such as China and Brazil investing heavily in biotechnology, the US may get left behind if it does not adjust its costly and complex regulatory system governing public investment in agricultural research and development.
North American governors increase biotech focus
Courtney Fingar and Karen E Thuermer talk to regional governors and premiers from around the US and Canada about the promotion of biotechnology and find some very different approaches.
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