Global Zone Rankings
SEZ Explorer's ranking system evaluates 8,742 zones across six dimensions — Regulatory Quality, Infrastructure, Economic Performance, Operational Efficiency, Ecosystem Depth, and Track Record — producing composite scores that power the global leaderboard.
Ranking Methodology
Each zone is scored from 0–100 on six independent dimensions. The composite score is a weighted average calibrated to reflect investor priorities. Scores are updated as AI enrichment adds new data points from government publications, news, and zone authority submissions.
Top Zone Archetypes
SEZ Explorer classifies high-performing zones into seven archetypes: Global Gateway (premier trade and logistics hubs), Innovation Catalyst (technology and R&D parks), Manufacturing Powerhouse (export-oriented industrial zones), Sector Specialist, Regional Champion, Emerging Market Pioneer, and Finance Hub.