Latest articles from Jacopo Dettoni

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Israel economy minister seeks innovation dividend

Eli Cohen, Israel's economy minister, tells fDi how the country's reputation for innovation gives it an advantage across multiple sectors. 

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Belarus economy minister looks to privatisation drive

Dmitry Krutoy, the economy minister of Belarus, tells fDi how a privatisation plan will transform the country and make it more attractive to investors.

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From Locations

Is Huawei’s 5G dream about to crumble?

Huawei is the global leader with regards to 5G networks. However, a US-led shunning of the Chinese company could threaten this dominance. 

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IPAs seek the bright side of Brexit

Local investment promotion agencies are going the extra mile to emphasise that opportunities will remain in the UK post-Brexit. 

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Bracing for Brexit: what now for the UK?

As the UK nears the end of its rollercoaster ride to ‘take back control’ by leaving the EU, fDi examines whether or not the country has a clear, workable vision of its future.

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Ecuador finance minister eyes IMF and Chinese options

Richard Martínez, Ecuador's finance minister, tells fDi he is not ruling out an IMF bailout package or the offer of a $3.5bn credit line from China.

Inside fDi: A self-inflicted kick in the Brexits

Jacopo Dettoni laments that no one – not even Ozzy Osbourne – seems to know what Brexit really means as the deadline hurtles ever closer.

From Locations

EBRD’s solar first in Egypt

A 30-megawatt solar power plant in Egypt’s EBRD-financed Benban solar park has begun electricity generation

From Locations

US backs Guaidó as Venezuelan president

The US and Canada are among a number of countries to recognise opposition leader Juan Guaidó as the president of Venezuela.

From News

Carmakers slash European jobs in restructure drive

Jaguar Land Rover and Ford announce thousands of layoffs as challenging market conditions take a toll on their profitability. Jacopo Dettoni reports. 

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