Nevada's job market saw the highest growth in the U.S. at 1.9% from April 2025-2026, driven by diversification beyond gambling into AI infrastructure, business services, and lithium mining. Despite a decline in the gaming industry, the state benefits from favorable tax policies and an expanding workforce.
Macau Government Tourism Office chief Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes stated that Hong Kong and Macau can complement each other in tourism, rather than compete. She emphasized leveraging their distinct experiences and the improved connectivity from the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge to attract overseas visitors and promote the Greater Bay Area.
Kuwait has launched a new 15-year residency program for eligible foreign investors, business owners, and senior executives to attract global capital and talent. The initiative aims to boost FDI, create jobs, and diversify the economy away from oil, aligning with regional trends like the UAE's Golden Visa.
Canada aims to conclude separate free trade agreements with ASEAN and the Philippines by the end of the year, with a $2 million investment in the Luzon Economic Corridor.
According to Alexander Sternik, the West does this using vague terms such as 'economic diversification' and 'protection against external threats'
Svetlana Lipina said the approach could favor bigger investments in infrastructures, education and economic diversification projects
