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Founded in 1977 in Bahrain, ASRY (Arab Shipping Repair Yard) has over 35 years of experience in marine asset optimisation and is the Arabian Gulf’s most experienced ship and rig repair yard. After rebounding from economic crisis that rocked the country's maritime industry, ASRY's Chief Executive Nils Kristian Berge explains how the company is successfully diverisifying its operations and expanding its business

MIDA - or the Malaysian Investment Development Authority - is the government's principal agency for the promotion of investment, and as its chairman Tan Sri Amirsham A. Aziz tells PM Communications, with Malaysia gearing up for the formation of the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) in 2015, the country has the infrastructure, the talent and the technology in order to take advantage

With naval warfare a thing of days gone by, naval boats and warships are thankfully rarely needed for battle. However, Turkey's Dearsan Shipyard has recently strengthened its focus on the construction and exportation of such defence vessels, and as Chairman of Dearsan Mr Taner Akkaya explains, it is a strategy that has reinforced both the company and Turkish exports

Under its vision to create a vibrant and authentic metropolis inspiring opportunity and a legacy for the Kingdom of Bahrain, Bahrain Bay is a master plan development set off the north-eastern shore of Manama. While the creation of this stylish waterfront will see mixed neighbourhoods of residential, commercial and retail spaces, CEO of the project Abdulla Faisal Al Doseri discusses how Bahrain Bay is a symbol of the country’s great heritage of architectural design, the strong recovery of the real estate market, and the future of Bahrain as a centre of business and sustainable development

For over 50 years the Kuwait Fund for Arab Economic Development has been building bridges of friendship and solidarity between the state of Kuwait and the developing nations of the world. With the objective of aiding different countries in advancing their socio-economic development, Managing Director Abdulwahab Al-Bader tells United World how the visionary organization today continues to extend its reach to help out its many “friends in need”

World Report meets with Murat Kiran, President of Turkish Shipbuilder’s Association (GISBIR), to discuss the industry’s capacities and myriad strengths, export targets and plans to further increase competitivness

Panorama Reports sits down with José García Torres, President of the United States-Mexico Chamber of Commerce, to discuss the reforms, bilateral trade and investment opportunities on both sides of the Río Grande

Tikno Sutisna, President Director of PT Industri Telekomunikasi Indonesia (Persero), discusses the company’s approach of using the latest technology to develop and enhance telecommunication and radar systems, and create smart solutions for clients, particularly in the defense industry

Marcos Theurel Cotero, Mayor of Coatzacoalcos, speaks with Panorama Reports about his city's strategic importance in the proposed Trans-isthmus Corridor and consequently, Mexico’s overall economic growth

Barranquilla is one of Colombia's most investment friendly cities, thanks to its geographical advantages and the work of an organization called ProBarranquilla