An interdisciplinary literature suggests that institutional environment features are significant determinants in the location of foreign direct investment. Weak institutional environment features are considered to have a negative effect on capital inflows. Conversely, empirical studies have...

This article addresses Ireland's record in attracting foreign direct investment (FDI). FDI has been identified as one of the key factors that has spurred the growth of the Celtic Tiger. An adaptation of Porter's Diamond is offered to explain the determinants of Ireland's competitive advantage in...

The importance of innovation is reflected in the policy strategies that have been adopted by countries that have gained competitive advantage over the last two decades. In today's competitive global economy, Ireland has been acknowledged for its governmental policies and policy dynamics that...