How Greece can attract enhanced foreign capital inflows

In our age of globalization and economic interdependence, attracting foreign direct investment is vital for a country's economy. FDI helps create jobs, stimulate growth, boost competitiveness and revenues, facilitate the transfer of technology and know-how, and enhance innovation.
As Greece strengthens its external business links FDI becomes ever more important for the country.
Investor confidence in Greece has improved in recent years. The latest FDI data show that there was a marked increase in FDI in Greece between 2015 and 2018, from just 1.2 billion euros in 2015 to 3.3 billion euros in the first 11 months of 2018. However, the ratio of FDI to GDP remains at relatively low levels compared to other eurozone countries.
What can Greece do to attract more investment? It must become an easier place to do business. The country should exploit its strengths and...