Global Attractiveness Index 2025: Insights into International Economies
The 10th edition of the Global Attractiveness Index (GAI) 2025 sheds light on the strengths and weaknesses of international economies. The index evaluates 146 countries based on their competitiveness and ability to attract investments and talent.
African Economies on the Rise
The African ranking is dominated by Mauritius, which is ranked 76th globally. The island nation has gained six places compared to 2024, confirming its reputation as a regional economic hub. Egypt follows closely, ranking 78th globally, although it has slightly declined compared to last year. Algeria is also ranked 78th, but has progressed by one rank. Morocco has made progress, rising to 85th place, while Côte d'Ivoire continues its positive momentum, moving from 95th to 89th place.
Dynamism in African Economies
The report highlights that several African economies are showing strong "dynamism," a sign of growth in motion. However, South Africa is an exception, stagnating at 96th place with a "critical" dynamism profile. Tunisia, on the other hand, is ranked 101st globally with a score of 23.0, indicating persistent challenges in strengthening its attractiveness.
Global Top Three
On a global scale, the United States maintains its status as the most attractive power. China has made progress, moving into second place, surpassing Germany, which is now third. Singapore has made a remarkable breakthrough, rising from 7th to 4th place, while Japan remains stable in fifth place.
European Economies: Mixed Results
The United Kingdom has fallen to 6th place, weakened by the persistent effects of Brexit and a decline in foreign direct investment. France has also dropped to 13th place, weighed down by an economic slowdown. In contrast, Spain has gained five places to reach 19th position, and Italy has significantly improved its ranking, moving from 19th to 16th place.
