ANZ Bank traces its presence in Fiji back 135 years, and the capital city Suva is the location of the bank’s Pacific headquarters. Vishnu Mohan, CEO of Fiji and the Pacific region, explains that ANZ’s wide network and local knowledge make it the natural partner for businesses looking to operate in the Asia-Pacific region, whilst the bank remains committed to supporting grassroots entrepreneurship.
ANZ Bank traces its presence in Fiji back 135 years, and the capital city Suva is the location of the bank’s Pacific headquarters. Vishnu Mohan, CEO of Fiji and the Pacific region, explains that ANZ’s wide network and local knowledge make it the natural partner for businesses looking to operate in the Asia-Pacific region, whilst the bank remains committed to supporting grassroots entrepreneurship.
Harsimrat Kaur Badal, Minister of Food Processing Industries of India (MoFPI), provides an in-depth look at the sector’s numerous changes under way and areas of untapped potential that would be of interest to international investors.
Harsimrat Kaur Badal, Minister of Food Processing Industries of India (MoFPI), provides an in-depth look at the sector’s numerous changes under way and areas of untapped potential that would be of interest to international investors.
India’s basic advantage is with its people. Fifty percent of the population is below 25 years of age. Sixty percent is below 35. If you harness this, then you can definitely convert them into an asset. But the crucial question is whether you are going to harness them in a productive way. Otherwise it can turn into a liability. That’s why the focus of this government is on job creation. India is required to create 1 million jobs per month to sustain the large number of young people entering the market.
India’s basic advantage is with its people. Fifty percent of the population is below 25 years of age. Sixty percent is below 35. If you harness this, then you can definitely convert them into an asset. But the crucial question is whether you are going to harness them in a productive way. Otherwise it can turn into a liability. That’s why the focus of this government is on job creation. India is required to create 1 million jobs per month to sustain the large number of young people entering the market.
Comparing entrepreneurial, democratic India to neighboring China is “like comparing apples to oranges” remarks Dr Jyotsna Suri, Immediate Past President of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), the voice of India’s business and industry for policy change. In an interview with United World, Dr Suri also looks into India’s advantageous business environment for investors, its suitability for a wide range of manufacturing, and the industrious spirit of its people.
Comparing entrepreneurial, democratic India to neighboring China is “like comparing apples to oranges” remarks Dr Jyotsna Suri, Immediate Past President of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), the voice of India’s business and industry for policy change. In an interview with United World, Dr Suri also looks into India’s advantageous business environment for investors, its suitability for a wide range of manufacturing, and the industrious spirit of its people.
Lauded as one of the Top 100 Global Innovators, AGC Asahi Glass (AGC) possesses a wide spectrum of technologies accumulated over its long and rich history. The group has consistently developed superior products ahead of their time in each of its main technical fields of glass, chemicals, and ceramics, including architectural glass, automotive glass, and display device glass, to name a few. President and Group CEO Takuya Shimamura explains what sparks innovation at AGC and where it sees the potential for future expansion.
Lauded as one of the Top 100 Global Innovators, AGC Asahi Glass (AGC) possesses a wide spectrum of technologies accumulated over its long and rich history. The group has consistently developed superior products ahead of their time in each of its main technical fields of glass, chemicals, and ceramics, including architectural glass, automotive glass, and display device glass, to name a few. President and Group CEO Takuya Shimamura explains what sparks innovation at AGC and where it sees the potential for future expansion.
Known affectionately as 'PP' among his business associates and friends, Prakash P. Hinduja and his three brothers Srichand, Gopichand and Ashok, supported by the third generation, have been guiding the diversified global growth of the Hinduja Group. After completing his university education, PP joined the family business in Tehran, Iran. He later moved to Geneva, Switzerland, and took charge of the group’s European operations. Today, PP is the Chairman of the Hinduja Group in Europe, Chairman of the Advisory Board of Amas Bank (Switzerland) Ltd, and a board member of the Swiss-Indian Chamber of Commerce. He is married to Kamal, has two sons, Ajay and Ramkrishan, and a daughter, Renuka.
With China, Russia, Germany and the UK all currently eyeing India’s scope for successful business, as blue-chip multinationals already there are proving its potential to be first rate, Mr Hinduja looks at India’s business climate and is confident more US entities will be soon raising their interests there.
Known affectionately as 'PP' among his business associates and friends, Prakash P. Hinduja and his three brothers Srichand, Gopichand and Ashok, supported by the third generation, have been guiding the diversified global growth of the Hinduja Group. After completing his university education, PP joined the family business in Tehran, Iran. He later moved to Geneva, Switzerland, and took charge of the group’s European operations. Today, PP is the Chairman of the Hinduja Group in Europe, Chairman of the Advisory Board of Amas Bank (Switzerland) Ltd, and a board member of the Swiss-Indian Chamber of Commerce. He is married to Kamal, has two sons, Ajay and Ramkrishan, and a daughter, Renuka.
With China, Russia, Germany and the UK all currently eyeing India’s scope for successful business, as blue-chip multinationals already there are proving its potential to be first rate, Mr Hinduja looks at India’s business climate and is confident more US entities will be soon raising their interests there.
President and CEO of Adama Agricultural Solutions Chen Lichtenstein talks about Israel’s outstanding achievements in the agriculture sector and the company’s forward-thinking integration with the Chinese public holding ChemChina, as well as providing a global perspective on the upcoming pressures facing the industry on an international level.
President and CEO of Adama Agricultural Solutions Chen Lichtenstein talks about Israel’s outstanding achievements in the agriculture sector and the company’s forward-thinking integration with the Chinese public holding ChemChina, as well as providing a global perspective on the upcoming pressures facing the industry on an international level.
Advice on doing business in India from one of India’s most prominent business figures, Ashok P. Hinduja, includes key sectors investors should look into and that patience pays dividends. The Chairman of the Hinduja Group of Companies (India) and founder of the Hinduja Foundation also discusses the notable effects of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, and US-Indian relations.
Advice on doing business in India from one of India’s most prominent business figures, Ashok P. Hinduja, includes key sectors investors should look into and that patience pays dividends. The Chairman of the Hinduja Group of Companies (India) and founder of the Hinduja Foundation also discusses the notable effects of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government, and US-Indian relations.
Focused on real estate, infrastructure, PPPs, renewable energy and water management, Israel’s Shikun & Binui prides itself on its considered relations with local communities. Chairman Moshe Lahmani explains what’s next for the Israeli Superbrand.
Focused on real estate, infrastructure, PPPs, renewable energy and water management, Israel’s Shikun & Binui prides itself on its considered relations with local communities. Chairman Moshe Lahmani explains what’s next for the Israeli Superbrand.
According to Abdulrahman A. Al Sahli, CEO of WAFA Insurance, Saudi Arabia’s insurance market, the second-fastest growing in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), has good potential for further gains due to its low insurance penetration levels.
According to Abdulrahman A. Al Sahli, CEO of WAFA Insurance, Saudi Arabia’s insurance market, the second-fastest growing in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), has good potential for further gains due to its low insurance penetration levels.