Emerging Europe

The Role of SOFT POWER in Investment Attraction In today’s interconnected world, #softpower —the ability to attract and influence through diplomacy, culture, and reputation—plays a critical role in #FDI attraction. According to our Investment Promotion 2024 report, 🏆 Poland leads emerging Europe in soft power, with 🥈 Ukraine and 🥉 Czechia close behind. 💡 But here’s the fascinating insight: Soft power is responsible for nearly 60% of the variance in FDI inflows, far more than investment attractiveness alone. ❓Are emerging Europe's countries doing enough to harness their influence in a competitive global market? 🗺️ Dive deeper into the correlation between soft power and FDI in our report: [link in comments] 👉🏽 Need to strengthen your country’s investment appeal? Reach out to us for location promotion support: office@emergingeurope.org

📊 In the past year, public expenditure on education in Ukraine has increased by 20%. 👷🏻 This significant investment reflects a strategic commitment to rebuilding the nation’s educational infrastructure. ❓ But what does this spike in spending mean for tomorrow’s classrooms? ❓How might it influence student outcomes and workforce readiness in a post-war economy? 👉 Delve into more detail in our War for Talent in Ukraine report (link in COMMENTS) #UkraineEducation #InvestInEducation #FutureReady #WarForTalent

***Latvia Leads the Way in Investment Promotion in 2024: What’s Their Secret?*** Invest in Latvia has claimed the #1 spot in Emerging Europe's 2024 Investment Promotion Agency ranking, replacing Invest in Estonia, which stayed at the top for four consecutive years ❓What’s driving this success? 🔹 Beyond offering key information on economic conditions, Latvia’s IPA focuses on community building and investor aftercare, ensuring that every investor feels supported and valued. 🔹 Their innovative approach is reshaping how countries can attract and retain foreign direct investment (FDI). ❓But what lessons can other countries learn from Latvia’s rise? 🔎 Explore how Latvia has achieved this feat and what other countries can do to follow suit in our Investment Promotion 2024 report: [LINK IN COMMENTS] 💼 Need help with investment promotion or site selection? Contact us to find out how we can guide your success: office@emergingeurope.org

Get ready to transform your approach to media content at our UNLOCK THE POWER OF MEDIA CONTENT webinar! 🗓️ Date: Tuesday, September 3rd ⏰ Time: 10.00 CEST / 11.00 EEST The webinar will be led by Craig Turp-Balazs, editor of Emerging Europe, who brings a wealth of experience in journalism and media strategy, having advised high-profile organisations and supported start-ups across Emerging Europe and Central Asia. 💡 What you will learn: • Optimal timing for media content creation  • Journalistic preferences and how to meet them  • The critical differences between editorial and marketing material  • The impact of visuals in media Hosted in the She's Next Empowered by Visa in partnership with Emerging Europe platform, it is a must for entrepreneurs eager to master media content creation and leverage it for business growth. 👉🏽 Secure your place via the link in comments!

💡 Making the most of technology in Ukraine, where technology is transforming classrooms. 🇺🇦 In Ukraine, tech-driven learning isn’t just about staying current—it’s about shaping a more resilient and innovative education system. 🤖 Virtual classrooms, AI, and personalised learning are redefining how people teach and learn. Ready to see what’s possible? Our War for Talent in Ukraine report uncovers the latest trends in tech-powered education in the country, as well as obstacles and opportunities. #EdTech  #TechInEducation  #InnovativeLearning  #Ukraine 👉 Learn how tech is driving change in Ukraine in our report: https://lnkd.in/d-VCRGWF

🚀 România urcă în topul competitivității sectorului IT, ocupând locul cinci în clasamentul Emerging Europe pentru 2024, urmând un trend ascendent față de anul trecut. În raportul „𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗜𝗧”, se evidențiază progresul semnificativ al României, într-un context regional în care Estonia domină continuu în termeni de competitivitate IT. 📈 🌍 Sectorul IT românesc se distinge prin salarii competitive, depășind media regională, și o creștere constantă a numărului de specialiști calificați, ceea ce demonstrează importanța acestui sector pentru economia națională. marcând un angajament puternic pentru digitalizare și inovare. 🔗 Citiți mai multe despre evoluția României și performanța sectorului IT din regiune in raportul integral publicat pe site-ul nostru – https://anis.ro/resurse/. ----------- 🚀 Romania rises in the IT sector competitiveness ranking, securing the fifth place in the 2024 Emerging Europe rankings, following an upward trend from last year. The "Future of IT" report highlights Romania's significant progress in a regional context where Estonia continues to lead in IT competitiveness. 📈 🌍 The Romanian IT sector stands out with competitive salaries, surpassing the regional average, and a steady increase in the number of qualified specialists, demonstrating the sector's importance to the national economy and a strong commitment to digitalization and innovation. 🔗 Read more about Romania's development and the IT sector's performance in the full report on our website – https://anis.ro/resurse/. #softwareRO #techRO #digitalizareRO #competitivitateIT #RomanianTech #ITEurope #DigitalInnovation #EmergingEurope #FutureOfIT

🌐 Lithuania aims to become a global fintech hub by 2028. The Emerging Europe article highlighted we are on the right path. 🔹 Ranking first in the EU for licensed fintech firms. 🔹 Strong talent pool. 🔹 Among the 10 lowest-risk jurisdictions globally. Despite being small, Lithuania leverages unique advantages to drive fintech success: 🔹 Licensing procedures 2-3 times faster than other EU jurisdictions. 🔹 Newcomer Programme for guidance from state authorities and the Bank of Lithuania. 🔹 2,000 IT graduates and 2,500 retrained/upskilled IT specialists annually. Find out more in the full article ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/dArFXw7k

Bringing back #Ukraine’s displaced population and ensuring that the talent remaining in the country continues to stay are the two most essential factors for powering the post-war economic recovery. We teamed up with the German Marshall Fund of the United States to explore the role of education in the recovery process. The report War for Talent in Ukraine is the result of several months of work as part of our Support Digital Ukraine initiative. The study is addressed to students, educators, civil society representatives, entrepreneurs and policymakers and includes policy recommendations, as reforms are another key component of Ukraine’s successful recovery, and highlights business opportunities. We also asked a substantial group of young Ukrainians, between 16 and 34, about their plans and their future careers, and here’s what they told us: 📌 76.7% (47.5% of women and 36.4% of men) are ready to start or pursue their careers regardless of whether the war is over or not. 📌 40.4% of men and 29.1% of women said “Yes, if/when the war is over.” #SupportDigitalUkraine https://lnkd.in/etGBHJZv Mykhailo, Valeriya, Yevhen, Tyson, Penny, Nataliya, Roman, Clara, Alexander, Sergej, Ingrid-Gabriela, Mark, Anton, Andy, Olha, Olesya, Anna, Volodymyr, Dmytro, Anna, Sarah, Zoya, Jolanta, Olga, Julia, Iryna, George, Maria, Yulia, Peter, Kostiantyn, Tetiana, Andrey, Diana, Pavlo, Vasyl, Christopher, Henry, Emerging Europe

🌐 Lithuania aims to become a global fintech hub by 2028. The Emerging Europe article highlighted we are on the right path. 🔹 Ranking first in the EU for licensed fintech firms. 🔹 Strong talent pool. 🔹 Among the 10 lowest-risk jurisdictions globally. Despite being small, Lithuania leverages unique advantages to drive fintech success: 🔹 Licensing procedures 2-3 times faster than other EU jurisdictions. 🔹 Newcomer Programme for guidance from state authorities and the Bank of Lithuania. 🔹 2,000 IT graduates and 2,500 retrained/upskilled IT specialists annually. Can Lithuania achieve its goal by 2028? ⤵️

Ukraine's Bold Move to Win the War for Talent Through Education Reform. 76.7% of all respondents aged between 16 and 34 are ready to start or pursue their career regardless of whether the war is over or not. In "Ukraine’s War for Talent" report produced with support from the German Marshall Fund of the United States, Ukraine is poised to revolutionise its education system as a cornerstone for national recovery and future resilience. “By prioritising education now, Ukraine can build a strong foundation for a resilient society capable of facing future challenges. It’s an investment that will pay dividends for generations, ensuring a brighter, more successful future for all Ukrainians,” said Andrew Wrobel, founding partner at Emerging Europe and chairman of the supervisory council of the Emerging Europe Institute, the authors of the report. Read more and download report here: https://lnkd.in/dKHqp8KH #Ukraine #recovery #education #talents