Strong export performance helps Ireland to top globalisation survey

Strong export performance and high levels of inward foreign direct investment (FDI) have made Ireland the most globalised western economy, according to a survey by Ernst & Young.

Strong export performance helps Ireland   to top  globalisation survey

The survey says steps taken by Ireland’s policymakers during the economic crisis have helped improve the country’s globalisation ranking — which is boosted by the country now being ranked the most globalised economy in the areas of technology exchange and movement of finance and capital.

“Despite having been hit hard by the global recession, the research confirms that Ireland is, and is perceived to be, a leader in international trade,” said Mike McKerr, managing partner at Ernst & Young Ireland.

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