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Foreign investment in Latvia surges by 30% last year   Compared to 2022, Latvia saw a 30% increase in #foreigninvestment last year, attracting nearly 619 million euros in investments across 46 projects, creating 2500 new jobs. Key sectors included smart #energy, #bioeconomics, and #ICT.   Significant investments include Severstal's acquisition and expansions in the biomedical sector. Nordic countries and neighboring states were major contributors. Despite progress, concerns linger about Latvia's investment environment lagging behind its #Baltic peers.   Efforts are underway to improve internal factors like labor market engagement and reducing administrative burdens. The main strategy by 2025 is to attract EUR 2 billion in investment and create 7,500 jobs, with a target of EUR 660 million in foreign investments for 2024.   If you want to learn more about investing in #Latvia and other countries of Central and Eastern #Europe, just send an email to #intertradeconsulting at [email protected]. We'll be happy to set up a free consultation with our experts. 

✴️Unlocking Global Opportunities with Afritral!🌍💼-An Appreciation of the contribution of Homabay's 2nd International Investment Conference✨ We are delighted to hear about the success of the 2nd International Investment Conference in Homabay County, Kenya, held from February 27th to 29th. From the available reports, the county attracted approximately 5000 delegates from around the globe!🎉 The conference served as a remarkable platform for exploring investment opportunities and fostering partnerships in one of Kenya's most promising regions.🌍💡. Homabay County is one of the 47 counties in Kenya, it is located on the western side of Kenya,next to lake Victoria. The county is rich in agriculture and fishing. We commend the efforts of all stakeholders involved in organizing and participating in this transformative event. The fact that several investors were able to establish Memorandums of Understanding (MOUs) with the county government of Homabay underscores the significant strides made towards economic development and prosperity in the region💼🤝. Conferences like these showcase the immense potential of international partnerships and investments in driving sustainable growth and potential. They are invaluable for international companies seeking to explore new markets and forge strategic alliances as they offer unparalleled networking opportunities, access to vital market insights, and a chance to establish meaningful connections with government officials and industry leaders.💡🤝 At Afritral, we're here to help you seize these opportunities and navigate the complexities of international trade with confidence. Our expertise in market research, strategic consulting,and supply chain management can empower your business to make informed decisions and unlock new avenues for growth.✈️🌍 Whether you're looking to expand into emerging markets within the counties in Kenya like Homabay county or explore investment opportunities within Kenya and East Africa, Afritral is your trusted partner every step of the way. Let's embark on this journey together and turn visions into reality.✨ #Afritral #investing #homabay #business #trade #partnerships #businessrelationships #chinabusiness #internationaltrade #turkey #businessconsultant #africa #opportunities

Are you considering making an application for a grant from The Norwegian Research Council? Capti Innovation, established in 2010, distinguishes itself as the only UK company dedicated to providing extensive support for innovation and technology grants. Our expertise increases your chances of winning grant applications, saving you time and making your proposal stand out. We are dedicated to providing top-quality service with a proven track record of success. Let us help you secure the funding you need for your business goals. The Norwegian Research Council, a governmental organisation, finances research and innovation endeavours with an annual investment of NOK 11.4 billion as of 2022. Its primary role involves supporting both fundamental and practical research as well as fostering innovation. The council oversees research funding, provides guidance on research policies to the authorities, and proposes research budget allocations in the National Budget. Additionally, it promotes international collaboration in research and innovation and encourages Norwegian participation in the EU Research and Innovation Program through various initiatives. Facilitating interactions among researchers, businesses, government entities, and other research stakeholders is another key function of the council. Formed in 1993 by merging five previous research councils, it currently employs around 360 individuals as of 2023 and maintains regional offices in nine locations across Norway. The main office, established just outside Oslo on June 23, 2014, manages an annual budget of NOK 11 billion for research and innovation. The council operates on four main application deadlines annually, along with multiple funding programs with flexible deadlines, where applicants contend for financial support. At Capti Innovation our mission is to make grant funding more accessible. Every year, we help hundreds of companies save time, win funding and accelerate growth by leveraging our extensive expertise in funding opportunities. Email us for more information [email protected] #funding #investing #fintech #technology #sustainability #growth #cybersecurity #environment #food #automation #automotive #recycling #nutrition #medicine #robotics #farming #augmentedreality #neuroscience #grants #ukgrants #startupgrants #businessgrants #ukgovernmentgrant #sme #smegrant #businessfunding #smefunding #technologygrant #innovationgrant #capti #captiinnovation #gamechanging #gamechanginginnovation #disruptiveinnovation #smartgrant #ai #manufacturing #sustainable #innovation #telecoms #semiconductors #business # TheNorwegianResearchCouncil #NRCgrant

Only one week left to apply for our Innovation Services support programme! 🌻 Seeds of Bravery Don't miss your chance to secure up to €10,000 in grants. This funding will cover essential service costs for developing a business model, plan, or growth strategy. Plus, 2 months of Business Consultancy Services will pave your way towards upcoming UASEEDs and EIC opportunities. 👉 If you are an innovative Ukrainian* 🇺🇦 tech SME, startup, or scale-up aiming to make an impact on the Ukrainian economy and enhance its presence in the European Innovation Ecosystem, we are looking for you! *Please ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying. 📌 For more details on terms and conditions, visit link in the comments. 🔔 Apply before 20 February 2024, 17:00 CET. The time to take action is now! 🖇 Funded by the European Union, under the European Innovation Council (EIC). Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the European Commission can be held responsible for them. The UASEEDs project has received funding from the Horizon Europe Framework Programme under grant agreement No 101104445. #SeedsOfBravery #UASEEDs #DeepTech #DeepTechInnovation #EuropeanInnovationCouncil #EIC #UA

⌛ Only one week left to apply for our Innovation Services support programme from Seeds of Bravery! Don't miss your chance to secure up to €10,000 in grants. This funding will cover essential service costs for developing a business model, plan, or growth strategy. Plus, 2 months of Business Consultancy Services will pave your way towards upcoming UASEEDs and EIC opportunities. 👉 If you are an innovative Ukrainian* tech SME, startup, or scale-up aiming to make an impact on the Ukrainian economy and enhance its presence in the European Innovation Ecosystem, we are looking for you! *Please ensure you meet the eligibility criteria before applying. 📌 For more details on terms and conditions, visit: https://seedsofbravery.eu/ 🔔 Apply before 20 February 2024, 17:00 CET. The time to take action is now! 🖇 Funded by the European Union, under the European Innovation Council (EIC). Views and opinions expressed are however those of the author(s) only and do not necessarily reflect those of the European Union or European Commission. Neither the European Union nor the European Commission can be held responsible for them. The UASEEDs project has received funding from the Horizon Europe Framework Programme under grant agreement No 101104445. #SeedsOfBravery #UASEEDs #DeepTech #DeepTechInnovation #EuropeanInnovationCouncil #EIC #UA

Ghana has inked two Memoranda of Understanding (#MoU) with the United Kingdom (#UK), marking the conclusion of the 9th #UKGhanaBusinessCouncil Meeting in Accra, Ghana. The agreements focus on #science, #innovation, #technology, and the #automotiveindustry aimed at propelling economic prosperity through these fields. #Africa #partnerships #economicdevelopment https://lnkd.in/gvPaKAre

Let's start to introduce you to LEDI HUB. For this, you need to understand well who is the participant and co-founder of our project. Let's start with the initiator of the creation of LEDI HUB: the Institution "Regional Development Agency of Lviv Region”. The Regional Development Agency is a body created by the Lviv Oblast and the Lviv Regional Council, the primary purpose of which is the effective implementation of state regional policy in the region, promotion, in particular, of socio-economic and cultural development of the region, investment attraction, export of products by enterprises, growth of entrepreneurship in the region. Such institutions are one of the points of the European integration of Ukraine, as it is an understandable tool for the EU, which deals with attracting investment funds and donor organizations to the region. In short, the Agency's employees are official representatives of the regional authorities, but they are not civil servants, which facilitates cooperation with international partners and investors. The regional development agency specializes in grant programs, investment attraction, search and implementation of investment objects/projects, cross-border cooperation, and European integration at the regional level. Such a partner allows LEDI HUB to work effectively not only in the city of Lviv but also in every community of the Lviv region

The Cambodia Young Entrepreneurs Association for Development (CYEAD) and the Council for the Development of Cambodia (CDC) have been discussing new investment avenues. The meeting was attended by Chea Vuthy, the Secretary General of the Cambodia Investment Committee, and Hong Cheng Chun, the President of CYEAD. CYEAD aims to improve Cambodia's economic landscape by drawing foreign investments from neighboring countries like Indonesia, Vietnam, and Thailand. The discussions also discussed ways to support international investors and the possibility of organizing business gatherings, exhibitions, and expos to foster investment partnerships and generate employment opportunities for the youth and local communities. To read more, visit- https://zurl.co/d6pO #CYEAD #CDC #CambodiaInvestment #ForeignInvestment #EconomicDevelopment #BusinessGatherings #InvestmentPartnerships #YouthEmployment #CommunityDevelopment #CambodiaEconomy #TheBetterCambodia #Cambodia

The Central Government has notified provisions of a legislation, which provides for the establishment of the Anusandhan National Research Foundation to promote research and development in the country. Read more: https://lnkd.in/ga4Mxcqr #researchanddevelopment #scienceandtechnology #anusandhannationalresearchfoundation #nationalresearchfoundation #scientificresearch #scientificecosystem #India #fmupdates #fma #foxmandal

Mauritius Research and Innovation Council (MRIC) – Moka – Mauritius The Mauritius Research and Innovation Council (MRIC) MRIC fosters research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in Mauritius through various programs, including support for startups and SMEs in technology sectors. Is an institution in the Republic of Mauritius dedicated to promoting and coordinating research and innovation in the country. Here are some details about MRIC: Objectives: MRIC's primary goal is to foster an enabling environment for scientific and technological research and innovation in Mauritius. Functions: Its functions include coordinating research and development programs, promoting innovation in strategic sectors, collaborating with academic and research institutions, and facilitating technology transfer. Financial Support: MRIC administers funds and financing programs for research and technological development projects in https://lnkd.in/edGaB_Pm #GOVDEPPOI #KNOWLEDGEINSTITUTE #MINISTRIESDEPARTMENTSPUBLICAGENCIES