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4 minutos Carlos Taboada | With the recent publication in La Gaceta No. 203 of Law No. 1264, Law on Special Economic Zones of the Belt and Road, Nicaragua incorporates a new legal instrument aimed at strengthening its strategy to attract investment and diversify production. This regime, promoted as a platform to boost national economic development, offers domestic and foreign companies a set of tax, customs, and administrative incentives, complemented by a long-term vision focused on international cooperation and the country’s competitiveness. I- Tax and customs scope Continue lendo→

menos de 1 minuto This paper provides an overview of good practices in investment promotion in Member States of the European Union (EU) and related lessons learned. It focuses on two specific areas of investment promotion: State aid for regional development under EU law and special economic zone frameworks. Following an introductory section, the second section explains the concept of State aid and compatibility of regional aid with the internal market, and identifies good practices and common mistakes to be avoided by EU Member Continue lendo→

6 minutos | Julien Gourdon & Simon Azuelos | Across Africa, Special Economic Zones (SEZs) have become a central feature of industrial policy. The pitch is compelling: areas within a nation’s borders, in which streamlined regulations, tax incentives, and dedicated infrastructure can help kick-start industrialization. In 1970 Mauritius became the first African country to establish a SEZ; as of 2023, more than 230 zones have been established in 43 African countries to attract investment, boost exports, and create jobs.   SEZs are not one-size-fits-all. Continue lendo→