As part of the UK Government’s aim to encourage inward investment in Northern Ireland’s economy, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak will be hosting a Northern Ireland Investment Summit in the UK this September.
The upcoming event will connect overseas investors with businesses in Northern Ireland while highlighting the best of what the nation can offer. The Summit will be profiling Northern Ireland’s strengths in technology and innovation, with a focus on a variety of sectors including financial and professional services, technology, creative services, life and health sciences and green manufacturing.
Strengthened by its position within the United Kingdom, Northern Ireland has a thriving and diverse economy. In 2020, it received close to £20 billion in inward investment, with enterprises from across the globe recognising its expertise, talent, and growth potential. Belfast is currently the largest hub for tech firms in the UK after the British capital London, and has over 100 companies offering cyber security services.
International and national investors often consult financial experts before acquiring assets. Specialists in portfolio management in Chester, Belfast, London, and other key financial centres assist their UK clients advising on diversity and potential risks and returns.
The Government is supporting further growth in Northern Ireland via investment in education and infrastructure to nurture Northern Irish expertise and talent. The UK Government delivers approximately £15 billion worth of investment each year to Northern Ireland and, with the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, is also providing new neighbourhood and community infrastructure to improve facilities for families across Northern Ireland.
