Economic Development

Investing in the U.S. gives companies access to the world's biggest economy and delivers jobs for local communities. Learn one Japanese company's story.

From trade to human rights to ownership of international waters, the United States and China have one of the most important relationships in the world.

Secretary of State Michael Pompeo and Senior Advisor Ivanka Trump spoke about the importance of job training at a roundtable in Wichita, Kansas.

The U.S. State Department is partnering with Hilton hotels to offer South African students paid internships that could lead to long-term employment.

What draws foreign direct investment to the U.S.? A few reasons include the strong economy, the world's largest consumer market, and a talented workforce.

Is it possible for chocolate, coffee, and gold to be responsibly produced in a way that also empowers women? This business says, "Yes — watch us."

Harvard and MIT professors have transformed the global fight against poverty by conducting precise experiments among affected communities.

The 2019 Global Innovation Index ranks economies around the world based on their innovative output. Innovation is key to succeeding in business.

Countries are waking up to the true cost of too-easy credit from China and the consequences of owing more than they can pay.