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Resolute and poised, Thailand is performing like a true Asean tiger and stands ready to take a leading role in supporting and coordinating the development of the upcoming Asean Economic Community

The Department of Tourism’s latest campaign declares 2015 as ‘Visit The Philippines Year’ and invites domestic and foreign tourists to experience the Philippines for both business and pleasure as part of its plan to double visitor numbers by 2016

One of Asia’s best economic performers, the Philippines is on its way to becoming a trillion-dollar economy by 2030 due to a revitalized private sector, better governance and strong, sustained growth

With the rise of a new kind of leadership under the ‘common-man’ president elect, Joko Widodo, the archipelago nation and world’s third-largest democracy enters a new era filled with optimism

The Upper Reach Team interviewed Mr. Paul Abela, Chairman of Ablecare Oilfield Services Group, and asked him about Malta’s importance and role in the oil and gas industry. He talked about the origins of his company and why Ablecare Oilfield Services Group is dedicated to investing in Malta and helping it become a regional service and logistics hub. He also explained the various expansion plans the company is contemplating and how they contribute not only to the sector’s development but to the island’s development as well.

Lunda Sul is already a leader in Angolan industry thanks to its world famous diamond production, however the North Eastern province is also turning leader in Angola’s economic diversification efforts, as Governor Candida Narciso’s regional government puts increased focus on agriculture and alternative minerals to boost socio-economic development

The United World team met with Mr. Alberto Diamond, in order to discuss the International Banking Centre’s current situation. The sector’s main features, growth challenges and its important potential were some of the themes addressed, as well as the excellent relations the country has with the US, along with their future perspectives.

His Majesty King Abdullah II's speech at the 69th United Nations General Assembly.

“Saamwerk, saamtrek” (“Pull together, work together”): this is the philosophy developed by Supra Mahumapelo, Premier of South Africa’s North West Province. In this interview with United World, he talks about pulling together members of the private sector – from big mining companies to small business owners – to tackle “cross sector” socioeconomic issues. Premier Supra Mahumapelo also discusses his new approach to driving the economy, opportunities and prospects for public-private partnerships with foreign investors, how broadband is the key to unlocking the province’s potential, and development plans for Sun City – the South African Las Vegas which is popular with Chinese and Indian visitors to North West Province.