The Ireland pitch

A young English-speaking population, good infrastructure and access to the European labour market all keep Ireland ahead of the curve when it comes to attracting foreign capital

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Foreign direct investment (FDI) occurs when a company sets up a subsidiary in a new country to serve a new market and expand its global footprint.

When a foreign company lays down new foundations in Ireland, it creates work not just for its industry sector, but also for construction, retail and hospitality, making FDI an important focus for the Irish economy.

“IDA estimates that, for every ten jobs generated by FDI directly, another seven ...