Building off our assistance the previous year, Locus Economica returned to Rwanda as part of a United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) mission to implement the reforms recommended in our 2015 Report. This assignment focused on upgrading the capacity of...
Strengthening Bangladesh's Economic Zones & IT Park Authorities
Guiding the Development of Madagascar's Special Economic Zones Program
Improving the Laws and Institutions Governing Special Economic Zones in Rwanda
Ethiopia Special Economic Zone Policy and Legal Framework
Harnessing Global Opportunities through Special Economic Zones in Pakistan
In 2015 the Punjab Board of Trade and Investment and the Pakistani Ministry of Commerce reached out to Locus Economica for assistance on revisions to its special economic zones (SEZ) program. Working in coordination with the World Bank Jobs and Competitiveness Program, we led workshops with Pakistani government officials, consulted with stakeholders on the context and priorities for the zones program, and thoroughly reviewed and gave recommendations on Pakistan's current SEZ policy, laws, institutions, and plans for specific sites.
Harnessing Private Sector Capabilities to Improve the Performance of Lesotho's Industrial Zones
Locus Economica assisted the government of Lesotho with attracting private-sector involvement in the development and management of industrial zones in early 2015. Working under contract with our partner, Buro Happold, we assessed the economic feasibility of various public-private partnership (PPP) arrangements. ...
Stimulating Diversified Economic Growth through Qatar Economic Zones
In 2014, Locus Economica was engaged by Buro Happold, Tanween and Manateq to help advise the government of Qatar on the establishment of three SEZs, each targeting selected industries to help Qatar diversify its economy away from dependence on the oil and gas industries. Qatar Economic Zone (QEZ) 1 will be located ...
Russia Special Economic Zones Program Review and Loan Preparation
In 2013, the World Bank contracted Locus Economica to assist in evaluating a loan request from the Russian government. Specifically, the firm assessed the potential policy and technical needs of the country’s zones and the budget requirements for addressing those needs through World Bank assistance. The firm visited six Russian special economic zones and met with their management teams to offer guidance and advice as needed.
Jebel Ali Free Zone, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Locus Economica Director and resident operations specialist, Chuck Heath served as Managing Director of the Jebel Ali Free Zone in Dubai until 2011. He continues to serve clients with the many vital lessons learned during his time there. ...
Panamá Pacífico Special Economic Area
Aqaba Special Economic Zone, Jordan
Helping Afghanistan Build a Stable Economy
Bringing Trade and Jobs to Terrorism-Affected Areas in Pakistan through Reconstruction Opportunity Zones
In 2009, when the U.S. government sought to establish Reconstruction Opportunity Zones (ROZs) in Pakistan, they turned to Locus founder and CEO Jean-Paul Gauthier. Jean-Paul provided legal advice on the proposed measure, which would have provided manufacturers in designated industrial estates with the ability to reach U.S. markets tariff-free....