Jamaica's Emerging Economy and Its Increasing International Competitiveness
Although far overshadowed by the sheer size of the emerging economies of India, China and beyond, the Caribbean basin offers increasingly attractive economic opportunities to foreign investors. Yolande Wilson explores Jamaica's potential.
From Cartel to Competition: The Evolution of the Global Diamond Industry
While a diamond might be forever, the diamond cartel clearly is not. Kartik Dharmadhikari traces the evolution of this controversial industry.
Silicon Swirl: Tackling the Growing Global Mountain of Electronic Trash
Where do all the cell phones go? Patrick Connolly offers some answers to the question of electronic trash and its environmental, regulatory and cost repercussions for global companies.
Low-Cost Carriers: A Force for Globalization and Growth
Dublin to Prague for less than the cost of dinner? Brian Lavery follows the trend of low-cost carriers as they change the landscape of air travel along with some unexpected side effects.
Business Opportunities at the "Bottom of the Pyramid"
With the increasing liberalization of markets in developing countries, billions of aspiring poor are joining the global economy for the first time, presenting tremendous opportunities and daunting challenges for firms.
China's Presence in Africa: Seeds of the Next Cold War?
In November 2006, senior officials from 48 African nations -- 43 of whom were heads of state -- gathered for a major diplomatic summit.
Canadian Income Trusts Face Taxing Challenge
As the days get longer and the annual tax-filing deadline approaches, Benjamin Franklin's famous quip about the certainty of death and taxes should serve as an important reminder to investors who have flocked to Canadian income trusts.
Complications of Land Reform in Posttsunami Sri Lanka
Today, more than two years after the impact of the tsunami, thousands of Sri Lankan citizens continue to live in temporary, often-substandard housing provided by the government.
Caribbean Tourism Fueled by Hotel Development: The Good and the Bad
The Caribbean is largely the most tourism-dependent region in the world. Most of the islands have moved away from a cash-crop economy and are focusing on the services industry, primarily tourism and commercial real estate development, fueled by foreign investors.