Local governments indebtedness soared, and fixed investment surged toward an unprecedented 50 of GDP.

Table 2. FDI outflows as a percentage of gross fixed capital formation in selected economies, 2001 2003a

With the housing sector accounting for 10 of GDP and investment in real estate development accounting for 25 of total fixed investment, any decision to rein in runaway housing prices will be difficult.

In fact, fixed business investment as a share of GDP is some 2 lower today than 4 years ago.

This apparent paradox is explained by a combination of high corporate saving and low levels of residential and non residential fixed investment.

Decisions about business investment are even starker.

In fact, construction and real estate are the most promising candidates, as they account for roughly one third of European fixed investment and more than 17 million jobs.

Investing in US Treasuries, after all, was a sure loss maker, given the gap between their modest yield and the steady appreciation of the yuan.

In China, Brazil, Malaysia, and Mexico, foreign direct investment (FDI) accounts for 8 to 12 of gross fixed capital formation without generating debt.

When businessmen and women are afraid, they stop investing in real assets.

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New business partnerships are being fostered by the Special Unit as it organizes forums for African and Asian businesses to catalyse investment and technology transfer at the enterprise level.

Yet Chinese entrepreneurs are reluctant to invest in Afghanistan due to the widespread violence there.

Business coverage gained prominence in the 1990s, with wider investment in the stock market.

But competitive pressures and the long gestation period of fixed capital outlays multiply optimism, leading to more investment being undertaken than is actually profitable.

We have resolutely resisted almost half a century of brutal aggression, paying a high price for our indomitable will to defend the right to national independence and a life of dignity.

Nevertheless, annual GDP grew by 8.7 , thanks to 16.9 growth in consumption (measured by gross sale of consumer goods) and a 33.3 surge in fixed investment demand.

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In conclusion, Cuba calls upon all delegations to vote in favour of the draft resolutions introduced under the two agenda items under consideration, thereby expressing their unwavering support to the just cause of the Palestinian people.

The higher interest rates would also apply to corporate bonds and bank loans, weakening business investment.

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That has been the consistent position of the Security Council.

We are also working to improve the business environment and investment climate by cutting red tape and simplifying the administrative burden on foreign investors.

An Act of Parliament in September 1944 established the subsidiary Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC) to stimulate investment in Canadian businesses.

To carry out the mission and achieve the Fund's goals and objectives, the Investment Section of the Investment Management Service actively manages portfolios of equity, fixed income, real estate and short term investments, constantly analysing capital markets and investment opportunities.

In accordance with General Assembly resolution 59 116, the Scientific and Technical Subcommittee considered agenda item 12, on the geostationary orbit and space communications, as a single issue item for discussion.

UNIDO's efforts to promote domestic investment, FDI and other forms of business alliances are intended to strengthen institutions for the provision of public goods for investment promotion and accessing supply chain networks in developing countries.

Their steady development is in the interest of Republika Srpska.

We therefore reaffirm our unwavering support for the Court.

The United Kingdom continues to be a firm supporter of this Treaty.

In August 2001, he wrote that, The driving force behind the current slowdown is a plunge in business investment.

Invest in improving infrastructural facilities and networking among developing countries to facilitate trade and reduce the cost of doing business.

Business can encounter significant barriers when striving to invest in foreign distribution (retail or wholesale) markets.

The UNCTAD secretariat provided an overview of the Investment Policy Reviews (IPRs) programme and follow up activities in terms of work done and future plans.

OFDI flows as a percentage of gross fixed capital formation (GFCF) are considerably higher than the world average for such economies as Hong Kong (China), Taiwan Province of China, the Russian Federation and Singapore.

The representative of Brazil, referring to item 5, entitled Investment Policy Reviews Exchange of national experiences , said that his Government greatly appreciated UNCTAD's work on the Investment Policy Reviews.

The representative of Brazil, referring to item 5, entitled Investment Policy Reviews Exchange of national experiences , said that his Government greatly appreciated UNCTAD's work on the Investment Policy Reviews.

In the past year, the world has seen another boom, with a tsunami of capital, portfolio equity, and fixed income investments surging into emerging market countries perceived as having strong macroeconomic, policy, and financial fundamentals.

The same representatives have also recommended capacity building to enhance the use of technology and the Internet to disseminate information and to facilitate online dialogue between businesses, investment promotion agencies and other relevant government officials.

On 7 April 2004 the GUUAM Countries issued a joint statement condemning terrorist acts in Uzbekistan and reaffirmed their firm commitment to continue joint efforts to curb international terrorism.

The only thing constant in this world is change.

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Construction of the link commenced in 1988.

We requested the Mission because of our firm belief in international solidarity.

In accordance with General Assembly resolution 59 116, the Scientific and Technical Subcommittee considered the agenda item on the geostationary orbit and space communications as a single issue item for discussion.