The upgrade of Qatar from “frontier” to “emerging market” status, and the increase of foreign ownership limits from 25% to 49%, have raised the country’s profile as an investment destination. Rashid El Manoori, CEO of the Qatar Exchange, spoke to Worldfolio about the bourse’s perspectives and its part in developing the Qatari economy.
The upgrade of Qatar from “frontier” to “emerging market” status, and the increase of foreign ownership limits from 25% to 49%, have raised the country’s profile as an investment destination. Rashid El Manoori, CEO of the Qatar Exchange, spoke to Worldfolio about the bourse’s perspectives and its part in developing the Qatari economy.
Yapı Merkezi celebrates its 50th anniversary this year with its position firmly cemented in the internationally recognized ENR list of the world’s top 250 construction firms. Emre Aykar, who has devoted his entire career to the business, explains why Turkish contractors in general, and Yapı Merkezi in particular, are leading the way in helping to tackle the growing global infrastructure gap.
Yapı Merkezi celebrates its 50th anniversary this year with its position firmly cemented in the internationally recognized ENR list of the world’s top 250 construction firms. Emre Aykar, who has devoted his entire career to the business, explains why Turkish contractors in general, and Yapı Merkezi in particular, are leading the way in helping to tackle the growing global infrastructure gap.
Turkey’s Deputy Prime Minister Bülent Arınç is co-founder of the ruling AK Parti and known as one of its ‘wise men’. As he prepares to stand down from Parliament due to restrictions on serving a fourth consecutive term, he discusses the political identity of his party, the forthcoming elections, Turkey’s European credentials, the Kurdish peace process and his own political legacy.
Turkey’s Deputy Prime Minister Bülent Arınç is co-founder of the ruling AK Parti and known as one of its ‘wise men’. As he prepares to stand down from Parliament due to restrictions on serving a fourth consecutive term, he discusses the political identity of his party, the forthcoming elections, Turkey’s European credentials, the Kurdish peace process and his own political legacy.
As Prime Minister Shinzo Abe clearly stated in his address at the Sixty-Eighth Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations on 26 September, 2013, the Government of Japan will cultivate the power of women as the greatest potential for the growth of the Japanese economy, and further strengthen cooperation with the international community as well as assistance to developing countries with the belief that creating "a society in which women shine" will bring vigor to the world.
As Prime Minister Shinzo Abe clearly stated in his address at the Sixty-Eighth Session of the General Assembly of the United Nations on 26 September, 2013, the Government of Japan will cultivate the power of women as the greatest potential for the growth of the Japanese economy, and further strengthen cooperation with the international community as well as assistance to developing countries with the belief that creating "a society in which women shine" will bring vigor to the world.
The Worldfolio team sat down with Eng. Pedro Godinho, Executive Director of the Angola-US Chamber of Commerce and President of Prodiaman to discuss the strengthening ties between both countries and what the future holds for Angola’s oil and gas sector, as well as the diversification of the economy.
The Worldfolio team sat down with Eng. Pedro Godinho, Executive Director of the Angola-US Chamber of Commerce and President of Prodiaman to discuss the strengthening ties between both countries and what the future holds for Angola’s oil and gas sector, as well as the diversification of the economy.
As one of the bright business minds entrusted to steer Turkey’s B20 Presidency as a member of its Executive Committee, Istanbul Chamber of Industry Chairman Erdal Bahçıvan argues that a new world order is emerging in which quality growth will prevail
As one of the bright business minds entrusted to steer Turkey’s B20 Presidency as a member of its Executive Committee, Istanbul Chamber of Industry Chairman Erdal Bahçıvan argues that a new world order is emerging in which quality growth will prevail
As a former diplomat who is well liked and respected in Brussels, Turkey’s Minister for EU Affairs Volkan Bozkir is the new face of the rapidly rising nation’s application for EU membership. Mr Bozkir has high hopes for Turkey’s goal of becoming a full EU member by 2023, and he says his country is ready to open any chapter in the process if the EU is also willing
As a former diplomat who is well liked and respected in Brussels, Turkey’s Minister for EU Affairs Volkan Bozkir is the new face of the rapidly rising nation’s application for EU membership. Mr Bozkir has high hopes for Turkey’s goal of becoming a full EU member by 2023, and he says his country is ready to open any chapter in the process if the EU is also willing
Mr. Kyle Haywood, the new CEO & Managing Director of Biman Bangladesh Airlines, sits with United World to discuss the company’s strategies for expansion, as well as the growth of the flag carrier, and advice to those looking to invest in Bangladesh.
Mr. Kyle Haywood, the new CEO & Managing Director of Biman Bangladesh Airlines, sits with United World to discuss the company’s strategies for expansion, as well as the growth of the flag carrier, and advice to those looking to invest in Bangladesh.
The Upper Reach Team interviewed Sommai Phasee, Minister of Finance. During the interview, he stressed the focus of the government to raise the competitiveness of the Thai economy through the implementation of Special Economic Zones and big expenditure in infrastructure. He explained that the decrease of some taxes such as the Property Tax would spur the economy in 2015 up to 4%.
The Upper Reach Team interviewed Sommai Phasee, Minister of Finance. During the interview, he stressed the focus of the government to raise the competitiveness of the Thai economy through the implementation of Special Economic Zones and big expenditure in infrastructure. He explained that the decrease of some taxes such as the Property Tax would spur the economy in 2015 up to 4%.
The Upper Reach Team interviewed Dr. Sumet Tantivejkul, Secretary-General of the Chaipattana Foundation. He explained how the Foundation implements projects and activities in line with royal initiatives. He also showed how the focus is on rural development work which does not duplicate those carried out by governmental agencies implementing all activities and projects that will serve as a helping hand as well as a facilitator in the national development process.
The Upper Reach Team interviewed Dr. Sumet Tantivejkul, Secretary-General of the Chaipattana Foundation. He explained how the Foundation implements projects and activities in line with royal initiatives. He also showed how the focus is on rural development work which does not duplicate those carried out by governmental agencies implementing all activities and projects that will serve as a helping hand as well as a facilitator in the national development process.
