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Director General for Land Transportation at Indonesia’s Ministry of Transportation, H. Suroyo Alimoeso, talks to United world about the challenges of connecting the country’s vast archipelago

As an archipelago of over 17,000 islands, overwater transport is logistically essential to locals, businesses and tourists in Indonesia. PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero) is a state-owned transportation services company for passengers, vehicles and goods. President Director of PT ASDP Indonesia Ferry (Persero), Danang S. Baskoro, talks to United World.

Director General for Defense Potential at Indonesia’s Ministry of Defense, Dr. Timbul Siahaan, talks to United World about the country’s defense strategy

Natural catastrophes cause numerous human lives and significant property damage each year, while the scale of economic losses is constantly increasing due to population growth and value concentration of sensitive technology in potentially risk exposed areas. In a region particularly prone to such disasters, Maipark Indonesia is a leader in catastrophe reinsurance in ASEAN, President Director of the company, Dr. Frans Y. Sahusilawane, talks to United World

The growing contribution of ICT to agriculture, climate change adaptation, education, financial services, Government Services and Health is being explored while the role of ICT is also enhancing African regional trade and integration, boosting innovation, creating jobs and boosting the export potential of African companies. United World talks to Uganda’s Minister of State of ICT, Hon. Nyombi Thembo

ADB is a universal bank offering a full range of banking products and services in retail, commercial, corporate and investment banking. With a strong focus on rural and agricultural development, Managing Director of ABD, Mr. Stephen Kpordzih, says that more needs to be done in Ghana to invest in agriculture and make banking more accesible.

Dato Mohd Sharil Tarmizi, Chairman of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission, speaks about the evolution of the ICT sector in Malaysia, the National Broadband initiative and MCMC’s role as mediator between the government and the private sector.

Established in 1974, Teejan Group has emerged as one of the most prominent and leading conglomerates in Oman. Teejan's operations today cover a wide spectrum of activities and services including construction, fire & security engineering, laboratory engineering, environmental engineering, electromechanical, food & beverage, cleaning & equipments, furnishing and information technology. Mr. Hamed Al Harrassy, Founder and Chairman of Teejan Group, speaks to United World about Oman’s development and Teejan’s contribution to economic diversification.

CC Energy Development is a Lebanese company that has been operating in Oman since 2008. CEO of the company, Shahrock Etebar, speaks to United World about the oil and gas sector in Oman, the country’s strategic location, and CCED’s success

Revenues from Uganda’s budding oil and mining sectors will help to boost socioeconomic development. In this interview with United World, Eng. Irene Muloni, Minister of Energy and Mineral Development, discusses the development of these important industries and opportunities for foreign investors