New rankings from the Financial Times puts it eighth among prestigious company.
The midlands is being recognised as one of the European Regions of the Future.
The Financial Times has ranked the midlands 8th among the Small EU regions of the future in terms of FDI strategy.
It's places the region among the likes of Leipzig in Germany and Limburg in the Netherlands.
Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation, Dara Calleary TD, welcomed the endorsement of the Midlands:
"I am delighted that the Midlands has been selected as a Financial Times ‘European Region of the Future’ for 2024.
The Midlands is a dynamic region in the heart of Ireland with exciting prospects for inward investment, economic development, and business expansion. I would like to acknowledge the hard work and dedication of all stakeholders involved in Midlands Regional Enterprise Plan who have contributed to bringing about this success."
Dr. Anne Cusack, Chair of the Midlands Regional Enterprise Plan, emphasises the significance of this recognition:
"Being listed as one of the European Small Regions of the Future is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone involved in the Midlands Regional Enterprise Plan. The Midlands is Ireland's most connected region, and we are maximising opportunities for economic growth through our three strategic objectives focusing on sustainability, digitalisation, and placemaking."
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