Winner of the 2015 Global Financial Inclusion Award, Kenya Co-op Bank directly and indirectly impacts the lives of 20 million Kenyans, from MPs and high court judges to farmers and rural families. Having gone through a remarkable turnaround in recent years, not only is its CSR ethos impressive but it is also one of the country’s most profitable financial institutions. CEO Dr Gideon Muriuki explains the bank’s effective modus operandi and its promising partnership with the IFC.
Winner of the 2015 Global Financial Inclusion Award, Kenya Co-op Bank directly and indirectly impacts the lives of 20 million Kenyans, from MPs and high court judges to farmers and rural families. Having gone through a remarkable turnaround in recent years, not only is its CSR ethos impressive but it is also one of the country’s most profitable financial institutions. CEO Dr Gideon Muriuki explains the bank’s effective modus operandi and its promising partnership with the IFC.
An Italian family firm with a deep-rooted tradition and passion for the art, craft and savoire-faire that goes into making high quality jewelry is introducing a growing number of consumers to its exceptional, handmade products. Chairman Guido Damiani explains what makes award-winning Damiani and its pieces unique and how even the richest of markets still hold huge potential for expansion.
An Italian family firm with a deep-rooted tradition and passion for the art, craft and savoire-faire that goes into making high quality jewelry is introducing a growing number of consumers to its exceptional, handmade products. Chairman Guido Damiani explains what makes award-winning Damiani and its pieces unique and how even the richest of markets still hold huge potential for expansion.
Governor of Qatar Central Bank Sheikh Abdulla Bin Saoud Al-Thani explains the dynamic changes, both internally and externally, affecting the country’s economic and financial landscape and why it still holds great appeal to investors and ratings agencies alike.
Governor of Qatar Central Bank Sheikh Abdulla Bin Saoud Al-Thani explains the dynamic changes, both internally and externally, affecting the country’s economic and financial landscape and why it still holds great appeal to investors and ratings agencies alike.
One of Mexico’s leading legal advisors and a Partner at Baker & McKenzie, Benjamín Torres-Barrón looks at the opening up of Mexico’s energy sector and provides some invaluable advice to potential investors about the sector and the services available to guide them through the country’s new energy scene.
One of Mexico’s leading legal advisors and a Partner at Baker & McKenzie, Benjamín Torres-Barrón looks at the opening up of Mexico’s energy sector and provides some invaluable advice to potential investors about the sector and the services available to guide them through the country’s new energy scene.
A leading textile company in Pakistan and specially known for its denim production, Rana Textile Mills Ltd (Rantex) has been in the textile market for the past 55 years and is a key player in the global industry. Chairman Rana Zahid Tauseef looks at how Pakistan has overcome some of its challenges to industry in recent years, his future plans for the company, and the importance of effective corporate social responsibility.
A leading textile company in Pakistan and specially known for its denim production, Rana Textile Mills Ltd (Rantex) has been in the textile market for the past 55 years and is a key player in the global industry. Chairman Rana Zahid Tauseef looks at how Pakistan has overcome some of its challenges to industry in recent years, his future plans for the company, and the importance of effective corporate social responsibility.
Iran’s tourism industry taking off as various international mass media is currently ranking it in the top 10 must-see destinations in the world and the government has set ambitious targets of welcoming 20 million visitors and $30 billion in revenue by 2025, figures similar to Thailand. Masoud Soltanifar, Vice President and Head of Cultural Heritage and Tourism Organization, reveals more about Iran’s flourishing tourism sector.
Iran’s tourism industry taking off as various international mass media is currently ranking it in the top 10 must-see destinations in the world and the government has set ambitious targets of welcoming 20 million visitors and $30 billion in revenue by 2025, figures similar to Thailand. Masoud Soltanifar, Vice President and Head of Cultural Heritage and Tourism Organization, reveals more about Iran’s flourishing tourism sector.
A new era of entrepreneurial enterprise is making its mark on Iran’s modern-day economy, as Dr Mohsen Jalalpour, President of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture, explains.
A new era of entrepreneurial enterprise is making its mark on Iran’s modern-day economy, as Dr Mohsen Jalalpour, President of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture, explains.
Eshaq Jahangiri, First Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, provides a unique insight into the country’s economy, progress and potential for partnerships, particularly in connecting with companies in the EU.
Eshaq Jahangiri, First Vice President of the Islamic Republic of Iran, provides a unique insight into the country’s economy, progress and potential for partnerships, particularly in connecting with companies in the EU.
Yamaha began when its founder, Torakusu Yamaha, repaired an imported reed organ in 1887. Since then, it has grown to become the world’s largest comprehensive musical instrument maker and has expanded into the sound, music, audio, semi-conductor and even golf businesses. President and Representative Director Takuya Nakata takes a look at the company’s rise and explains its four-part strategy to further develop its three business segments to hit its ambitious 10-year targets.
Yamaha began when its founder, Torakusu Yamaha, repaired an imported reed organ in 1887. Since then, it has grown to become the world’s largest comprehensive musical instrument maker and has expanded into the sound, music, audio, semi-conductor and even golf businesses. President and Representative Director Takuya Nakata takes a look at the company’s rise and explains its four-part strategy to further develop its three business segments to hit its ambitious 10-year targets.
Worldwide travel group H.I.S. opened Japan’s first robot-staffed hotel, the Henn-na Hotel, last year in the southern Nagasaki Prefecture, using advanced technologyies to offer the ultimate in efficiency in the hospitality sector. Chairman Hideo Sawada takes a look at Japan’s tourism industry and discusses how their know-how could help boost efficiency and meet the demands of not only tourism, but also other booming industries such as food production.
Worldwide travel group H.I.S. opened Japan’s first robot-staffed hotel, the Henn-na Hotel, last year in the southern Nagasaki Prefecture, using advanced technologyies to offer the ultimate in efficiency in the hospitality sector. Chairman Hideo Sawada takes a look at Japan’s tourism industry and discusses how their know-how could help boost efficiency and meet the demands of not only tourism, but also other booming industries such as food production.