Efforts to improve public governance are gradually bolstering confidence in Papua New Guinea’s economy, despite national performance being heavily dependent on the extractive industries. Backed by macroeconomic development plans, Prime Minister James Marape’s administration is seeking to improve debt management, reduce foreign exchange imbalances, widen access to social services and provide greater employment opportunities.
Articles & Analysis | Rest and relaxation: from The Report: Tunisia 2019
MÖVENPICK HOTEL DU LAC Rue du Lac Huron 1053 Tunis T: (36) 421 000 www.movenpick.com hotel.dulactunis@movenpick.com Rooms: 189 rooms and suites, each with free highspeed internet; 49-inch Smart HDTV with screen mirroring, universal and USB plugs; and individually controlled room automation system. Business & Conference Facilities:...
Articles & Analysis | Facts for visitors: Essential things to know before arriving in Tunisia from The Report: Tunisia 2019
ETIQUETTE: The Western-style handshake is standard practice in business environments. However, it may happen that a woman does not offer a handshake, in which case the man should not extend his hand. Similarly, while close friends and relatives often greet each other with a kiss on both cheeks, some women may not accept kisses from men...
Articles & Analysis | MINISTRIES: from The Report: Tunisia 2019
MINISTRIES Agriculture, Water Resources & Fishing (71) 786 833 Commerce (71) 354 438/460 Communication Technologies & Digital Economy (71) 359 112 Cultural Affairs (71) 562 661 Development, Investment & International Cooperation (71) 798 522 Education (71) 568 768 Energy, Mines & Renewable Energies (71) 901 182 Finance (...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Abdelbasset Ghanmi, General Manager, Foreign Investment Promotion Agency: Interview from The Report: Tunisia 2019
In what ways have legal and regulatory changes helped Tunisia make headway in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI)?
Articles & Analysis | Regional integration and new agreements bolster international trade globally from The Report: Tunisia 2019
Global trade faces protectionist headwinds that are dampening the outlook for growth in the coming years. According to the World Trade Organisation (WTO), trade volume grew by 3% in 2018 and is expected to decline slightly to 2.6% in 2019 before rebounding back to 3% in 2020. This may be the first time since the 2007-08 global financial crisis...