Country Manager, DHL (KAZAKHSTAN)
"DHL is a clear market leader in both international and domestic express deliveries in the Kazakhstani market historically."
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Assurance Leader and next Territory Senior Partner, PwC Mexico (MEXICO)
"40% of CEOs said they are 'very confident' about revenue growth for their companies in the next 12 months."
Minister of Finance, Kazakhstan (KAZAKHSTAN)
"What differentiates Kazakhstan’s tax system from that of its neighboring countries is a general low tax burden on the economy."
Minister of National Defense, Turkey (TURKEY)
"Turkey’s vision has significantly changed from direct procurements to indigenous projects over the last decade."
Minister of EU Affairs and Chief Negotiator, Turkey (TURKEY)
"It is clear that the EU needs Turkey as much as or even more than Turkey needs the EU."
President & Managing Director, General Motors Middle East (UAE, DUBAI)
"We wouldn’t be making these types of investments unless we viewed the Middle East as a growth engine for GM."
Group CEO, Emirates NBD (UAE, DUBAI)
"Emirates NBD is committed to engaging all its stakeholders in a sustainable and responsible manner."
Minister of Non-Renewable Natural Resources, Ecuador (ECUADOR)
"The Refinery of the Pacific is important, and we will finish the basic engineering works in May 2012."
President & CEO, Prime Aviation (KAZAKHSTAN)
"The evolution of aerospace in Kazakhstan has required heavy investments from the government in order to meet European standards."
President, DuPont Mexico (MEXICO)
"Mexico’s potential is being acknowledged if you consider the number of multinational companies investing in the country."
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Publish Date: 2012
Lebanon
Kazakhstan
Publish Date: 2011
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Lebanon 2012
REVIEW
Striking a Balance Politics in Lebanon is anything but dull, though all sides are looking to forge consensus on maintaining stability and moving forward on economic development.
Iran 2011
Being UniqueThe Islamic Republic of Iran is based on a complex interaction of Islamic principles, social justice, and democracy that have stood the test of time since the Revolution.
Kazakhstan 2011
FOCUS
Time to Tap In Kashagan—one of the largest oil fields in the world—is of strategic importance to turn Kazakhstan into one of the world’s top oil producers. Once environmental safeguards are secured, the resources will start to flow.
Ebb & FlowOvercoming its landlocked nature, Kazakhstan is developing its network of pipelines to transport its oil and gas products to global markets.
Berth Right The ports of Beirut and Tripoli are set to undergo expansion aimed at future-proofing the country’s status as a regional hub.
On the Road AgainLebanon has always been a center of attraction for Mediterranean trade. The country has grown into an integral part of a much larger global road, rail, and air network.
The School Run Envisaged in the early years of the country’s independence, the Bolashak program has helped thousands of Kazakhstani students study across the globe.
Turkey 2011
Head of the ClassMajor investments and steady qualitative improvements in Turkey’s education system are helping to make a young population its greatest strength.
Spring in Its Step Lebanon’s economy showed remarkable signs of growth throughout the global financial crisis, and is looking to bounce back from a sluggish 2011.
Where the Heart IsThe size of Lebanon’s diaspora community has helped stabilize the home economy and act as a major source of liquidity and FDI.
The Riches Beneath Kazakhstan has joined the ranks of global mining giants thanks to a wide mineral and metallurgical base and significant domestic and foreign investment.
Dealer WinsGrowing disposable incomes and a budding assembly industry are contributing to the success of dealerships across the country.
Time to Grow Dusting itself off following the global downturn, the real estate sector is resurgent as both foreign and domestic firms take up office and warehousing space, increasing affluence boosts the residential sector, and top brands target the country’s retail s
A Place Called HomeThe flames of domestic demand are being fanned by expatriate and foreign interest in the real estate sector, and growth is being witnessed in residential, office, and retail spaces.
Work & Play Kazakhstan presents strong MICE opportunities, with plenty of room for weekend relaxation outside the cities in its stunning nature reserves.
Over the Finish LineA true spectacular, the Asian Winter Games went off without a hitch in Kazakhstan in 2011, not only putting the country on the sporting map, but also bringing prestige to the national team, which triumphed at the games to enormous fanfare.
Share for All Kazakhstan is looking to stage a second wave of privatizations over the coming years, with state-owned shares in some of the country’s biggest companies to be transferred to the private sector and individuals.
Resilience Meets InnovationWith strong capital adequacy and negligible NPLs, Turkey’s banks are the fortress of the economy. As international investors clamor for exposure, lenders are focusing on innovative structures to extend their funding bases.
Off the Blocks Unfazed by infrastructure challenges, the ICT sector has attracted significant foreign investment. Hopes are high for the future of the industry in the light of strong profits and growth.
Many VoicesUnlike most of its neighbors, Lebanon’s media has been well known for its diverse perspectives and respect for freedom of speech. The industry is now finding new ways to make the media thrive in economically challenging times.
Perchance to Grow Still a major employer in Lebanon’s economy, the sector is undergoing restructuring aimed at consolidating and adding value to the country’s agricultural produce.
The Land of BacchusAn increasingly common sight on wine lists around the world, viticulture is on the up in Lebanon, and production and exports are at an all-time high.
