Preface

The eighth annual World Investment Report is issued at a time when the process of globalization is under close scrutiny. Even as countries continue to forge stronger economic links with one another, in the past year unexpected financial shocks have interrupted the economic progress of a group of previously fast developing countries in Asia. This has provoked renewed interest, especially from a policy perspective, in the modes of internationalization, including through foreign direct investment.

Sustainable Development Goals:

Decent Work and Economic Growth