Thanks to Djibouti’s fortuitous positioning between East Africa and the Middle East, on a key trade route between Asia and Europe, the country has long played a central role in regional trading. This has translated into a dynamic transport sector and significant GDP growth rates since the mid-2000s. In order to take its geographic advantages to the next level; however, Djibouti will need to...
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Chapter | Transport & Logistics from The Report: Djibouti 2016
A small but important country, Djibouti benefits from its highly strategic location. With access to the Gulf of Aden and the Indian Ocean beyond, the country is a significant gateway to the Horn of Africa and the wider region of East Africa.
Economic update | Brunei Darussalam focused on flight
16 Mar 2016
The aviation industry in Brunei Darussalam is looking to expand its contribution to the economy, with a new code-sharing agreement and ongoing investment in flight training facilities expected to increase passenger figures and stimulate employment.
Increased investment in human resources and more stringent regulatory oversight are part of a wider programme aimed at bringing Thailand’s aviation sector back in line with international standards.
The national carrier of Sri Lanka is poised for a major shift in strategy, ranging from privatisation to network restructuring, in a bid to achieve sustained profitability.
Economic update | La Côte d'Ivoire multiplie les projets d'infrastructures de grande envergure
28 Feb 2016
Pour atteindre son objectif d’obtenir le statut d'économie émergente en 2020, la Côte d'Ivoire se lance dans une série de constructions d'infrastructures ambitieuses afin de soutenir le développement des secteurs les plus générateurs de revenus.