20/11/2008
Nahdet Misr Newspaper 2008/NOVEMBER /20
Attracting foreign investment is the key to establishing successful economic growth. An international fight for Gulf investment has begun as a result of the global financial crisis. Experts say this not an easy battle. ( Available in Arabic – German in PDF )
The key to successfully obtaining the Gulf investment is through offering real, tangible incentives to both Gulf and Arab investors, in addition to the removal of obstacles that prevent smooth inter-Arab trade exchange. We must utilize the current financial crisis by seeking out the benefits and learning from our mistakes in order to succeed in the future. Discussions are already underway, with many ideas being laid out on the table. Such ideas include the need for a permanent committee dedicated to attracting Gulf investment, the removal of red tape and diligently address the shortcomings in the sector of transport between Arab countries.