Ireland
Capital:Dublin
Population:4,156,119
GDP:$258.6 billion
GDP Growth Rate:6% (2008)
The “Celtic Tiger”, as Ireland and its booming economy has been known over the last decade, is taking a breather during the current economic downturn. Given how fast the economy has been growing – Ireland rose from 21st pace in the OECD in GDP per capita to 4th place in less than a decade – taking a break may not be a bad idea. Ireland’s youthful, educated population and pro-business leaders have proven to be a powerful combination to companies looking to expand operations in the EU. Many of the most well known companies in the knowledge based economy, like Google and Facebook, have located their European headquarters in Ireland, as have many pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies, like Medtronic, Wyeth, and Merck. Groups visiting Ireland will have the opportunity to explore these world-class companies and to enjoy Ireland’s world-class hospitality, culture, and natural beauty.
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