Investor life hacks
The legislation of developing countries, as a rule, is aimed at attracting foreign investment. However, laws and business traditions often contain their "pitfalls". We talk about life hacks that will help you swim through these stones and not run aground.
Serbia is one of the attractive jurisdictions for Russian citizens: in 2022 alone, the Russian diaspora in the country grew from 3.5 thousand to 200 thousand people. Among the advantages: a visa-free regime, ease of company registration, a warm attitude towards Russians (including after NATO's military aggression against Serbia, when the Russian Federation acted as a sympathetic side), Orthodox culture and, of course, the prospect of joining the European Union.
Sri Lanka is ideally located along the major shipping routes of South Asia and the Far East. Combined with an educated and inexpensive workforce, the country offers excellent investment opportunities for companies exploring new markets. Government incentives and a favorable tax regime make Sri Lanka a very attractive place to start a business. If you are a foreign entrepreneur and want to set up an office here, there are a few rules you need to know before registering your company.
Bosnia and Herzegovina is a country located in the heart of the Balkans and is part of the Western Balkans region of Southeastern Europe. Thanks to their history as part of the Yugoslav state, strong ties still exist between the Balkan countries, which provide excellent business opportunities.
In the new reality, Russian startups aimed at international markets began to actively look at Southeast Asia — in particular, Indonesia. The share of the middle class is growing here, and GDP is slowly but steadily increasing.
Little is said about this country yet: it is less fortunate than the LATAM region, which has been hotly discussed in recent months. The market here has not yet been attacked by “moved” businesses, and the audience demand is already high.
Zambia, located in the heart of South Africa, offers promising opportunities for foreign entrepreneurs looking to establish a presence in the region.
Bangladesh has become the top choice of countries for foreign investors to set up foreign companies due to its developing economy and huge local customer base. The introduction of various policies aimed at foreign investment, including tax exemption, simple registration procedures and many other reforms, has made the country a favorable place for business. In addition, Bangladesh allows the registration of 100% foreign-owned corporations (BIDA).
Over the past few years, the demand for the service of opening representative offices of companies from Russia in Kazakhstan has grown significantly. Companies from this country are not obliged to sell foreign currency earnings; they can receive payments from any foreign companies, and also enter into agreements with government agencies in Russian.
Imports of goods from Turkiye in 2023 increased by 60%, and the country ranks second in Russia in terms of total imports of goods. In 2024, the partnership between the countries continues to develop. Entrepreneurs are discovering the potential of the Turkish market, and counterparties are producing goods that are relevant to the Russian consumer.
Ghana is one of the most politically stable countries in West Africa. It is a state with great potential, enormous business opportunities, abundant natural resources, a booming economy and a growing middle class. It is also well known for the exceptional hospitality of its people.
My name is Anna Rudneva, I am an expert and co-founder of an export consulting company — neraconsult.com. This article contains my experience of doing business in India, the peculiarities of the mentality and business environment, as well as what India sells and buys from Russia.
Nicaragua, located in Central America, offers excellent investment opportunities. The country boasts strong economic growth, security and a strategic location. Opening a business here is quick and easy, and entry barriers are low.
Initial business valuation
Business analysis and audit (Due Diligence)
Business pre-sale preparation
International support of negotiation and deal
Initial assessment of the business being purchased
Audit of the purchased business (Due Diligence)
Company Registration — General Provisions
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