CHINA
According to the Global Times, China is projected to become the world’s largest economy by 2035. CGI is strategically positioned to drive value and economic growth alongside its current investments and partners, capitalizing on China’s ascent to the top.
MIDDLE EAST
The Middle East has long been a global leader in the oil and gas industry and continues to wield significant influence in the region. To diversify their economies and reduce dependence on oil and gas, Middle Eastern governments are encouraging foreign companies to register in the service sectors by offering various incentives that vary from country to country. The Middle East's strategic geographic location enables it to serve markets in Europe, Africa, and Asia simultaneously. Cities like Doha and Dubai demonstrate ideal Middle East and African (MEA) headquarters that benefit from tax exemptions.
AFRICA
According to the World Economic Forum, Africa's economy is projected to grow by 3.8% in 2022, outpacing South Asia (1.2%) and Latin America (0.9%), with the continent’s population increasing by 2.7% annually (WEF). Africa has become a distinctive environment for the digital transformation of supply chains, commodities and services. Despite being underutilized in terms of commerce, Africa presents attractive entry points for investment. Compared to many more developed markets (AFS), Africa’s low values for debt and equity investments offer surprising opportunities, as noted by “Investing in Africa.”
SOUTH AMERICA
Latin America has historically been highly globalized and attractive to foreign markets, a trend that has continued despite the pandemic. Brazil remains the primary recipient of foreign investment in the region, according to CEPAL (Comisión Económica para América Latina y el Caribe). Meanwhile, foreign direct investment (FDI) has increased in Chile, Colombia, Peru, Paraguay, and Mexico. FDI from the European Union has, for the first time, surpassed that of the United States. Additionally, the largest recipients of FDI in Central America are Costa Rica and Panama, with the Dominican Republic serving as the region's main market. Latin America’s high concentration of skilled labor represents a growing consumer base eager for better products and more advanced services, making the region particularly appealing from a demographic perspective.