Celtic Tiger stalking Mass.
Common language, cultural ties create favorable business conditions
When Massachusetts high-tech and life sciences companies look for places to expand, they have long turned to Ireland, taking advantage of that country's educated workforce, low corporate taxes, and position as a gateway to Europe. EMC Corp. , Boston Scientific Corp. , Genzyme Corp. , and Analog Devices Inc. collectively employ thousands of workers in the Emerald Isle. (Full article: 926 words)
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