Introduction The World Investment Report 2022 highlights the importance of the transition to a green and inclusive economy for sustainable development and the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). This article examines the key drivers and challenges of this transition and the implications for governments and investors. Analysis The transition to a green and inclusive economy involves switching to renewable energy sources, improving energy efficiency, promoting the circular economy and creating sustainable jobs. Governments need to put in place policies and regulations to encourage investment in sustainable infrastructure, green technologies and environmentally friendly value chains. Investors have a crucial role to play in

Introduction The World Investment Report 2022 highlights the importance of special economic zones (SEZs) in attracting international investment. This article examines the global landscape of SEZs and the challenges and opportunities they present to governments and investors. Analysis SEZs are geographically defined areas that offer tax, regulatory and infrastructure advantages to attract foreign investment. SEZs have grown rapidly over the past decades, with more than 5,000 zones in operation worldwide. They play a key role in promoting investment, job creation and economic diversification. However, SEZs face several challenges, such as increasing competition between zones, the need to meet environmental and social standards, and changing

Introduction The World Investment Report 2022 highlights the need to mitigate risks and build resilience in post-pandemic recovery economies. This article explores the main sources of risk for international investment and strategies for building economic resilience. Analysis Risks to international investments include uncertainties related to climate change, pandemics, geopolitical tensions and commodity price fluctuations. To mitigate these risks, governments and investors need to adopt proactive risk management approaches, such as regular risk assessments, contingency planning and risk sharing mechanisms. Building economic resilience involves diversifying sources of investment, improving the quality of infrastructure, promoting innovation and developing the skills of the workforce. Governments also need

Introduction The World Investment Report 2022 highlights efforts to reform international investment agreements (IIAs) to promote sustainable development. This article examines the main trends in IIA reform and the implications for governments and investors. Analysis IIA reform aims to better balance the rights and obligations of investors and states, while ensuring that international investments contribute to sustainable development. Recent IIA reforms have addressed issues such as investor protection, the promotion of environmental and social standards, and investor-state dispute resolution. Governments have a crucial role to play in reforming IIAs. They must renegotiate, revise or replace existing agreements to incorporate sustainable development provisions and ensure the coherence

Introduction The World Investment Report 2022 highlights the crucial role of sustainable investment policies in supporting the transition to a green and inclusive economy. This article explores the key features of these policies and their implications for governments and investors. Analysis Sustainable investment policies aim to promote investment in areas such as sustainable infrastructure, green technologies and environmentally friendly value chains. They include measures such as environmental regulation, fiscal and financial incentives for green investments and public-private partnerships for sustainable development. Governments have a central role to play in implementing sustainable investment policies. They should adopt regulatory frameworks and support mechanisms that encourage investors

Introduction The World Investment Report 2022 reveals distinct regional trends in foreign direct investment (FDI). This article examines the opportunities and challenges facing Asia, the Americas, Europe and Africa in the context of the recovery of FDI after the COVID-19 pandemic. Analysis Asia, particularly East and South-East Asia, is a key driver of the FDI recovery. The region has benefited from growing demand for electronics and information technology products, as well as increased integration into global value chains. However, geopolitical tensions and uneven development among countries in the region pose challenges. In the Americas, FDI has recovered unevenly, with North America growing faster than

Introduction The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on the global economy, including on foreign direct investment (FDI). The World Investment Report 2022, published by UNCTAD, highlights the uneven recovery of FDI between developed and developing countries. This article examines the differences between these two groups of countries and the factors that contribute to this inequality. Analysis The recovery of FDI has been faster in developed countries, mainly due to their ability to implement economic stimulus measures and accelerate the distribution of vaccines. Companies in developed countries have also benefited from easier access to finance, allowing them to quickly resume their investment

The World Investment Report 2022, published by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), provides an in-depth examination of global and regional trends in foreign direct investment (FDI) and the evolution of national and international investment policies. This annual report focuses on the recovery of FDI from the COVID-19 pandemic and the challenges that remain in achieving sustainable and inclusive development. The report finds that global FDI flows have recovered from the pandemic crisis, although the recovery is uneven across countries and regions. Investment in developed and developing countries is experiencing different trajectories, with implications for reducing inequality and