The country’s leading Sharia-compliant lender, Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) now controls more than 43.5% of the Islamic banking market share in Qatar and 11.5% of the overall market. The quality of its customer service, portfolio of products and services, solid financial performance and measured approach to growth have also contributed to it recently adding the ‘Best Bank in Qatar’ honor from Euromoney to its list of awards. Group CEO Bassel Gamal explains QIB’s winning formula, its dedicated support for SMEs, and the opportunities Islamic finance holds for clients and investors.
The country’s leading Sharia-compliant lender, Qatar Islamic Bank (QIB) now controls more than 43.5% of the Islamic banking market share in Qatar and 11.5% of the overall market. The quality of its customer service, portfolio of products and services, solid financial performance and measured approach to growth have also contributed to it recently adding the ‘Best Bank in Qatar’ honor from Euromoney to its list of awards. Group CEO Bassel Gamal explains QIB’s winning formula, its dedicated support for SMEs, and the opportunities Islamic finance holds for clients and investors.
2015 President and 2016 Chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan Jay Ponazecki looks at the progress made in Japan’s business environment and the efforts being made to strengthen its link with foreign entities, particularly in the US.
2015 President and 2016 Chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce in Japan Jay Ponazecki looks at the progress made in Japan’s business environment and the efforts being made to strengthen its link with foreign entities, particularly in the US.
The Ministry of Finance and the World Bank predict real GDP growth to fluctuate within the range of 3 to 5% between 2015-2018
The Ministry of Finance and the World Bank predict real GDP growth to fluctuate within the range of 3 to 5% between 2015-2018
Significant support is on hand from all sides for Qatar’s potential startups and SMEs as it seeks to inspire budding entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into reality with practical, financial, academic and bureaucratic help from entities such as the Qatar Business Incubator Center (QBIC). Its CEO, Aysha Al Mudahka, offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs and explains the dynamic initiatives in the emirate encouraging the launch of new businesses and helping to take fledgling SMEs to the next level.
Significant support is on hand from all sides for Qatar’s potential startups and SMEs as it seeks to inspire budding entrepreneurs to turn their ideas into reality with practical, financial, academic and bureaucratic help from entities such as the Qatar Business Incubator Center (QBIC). Its CEO, Aysha Al Mudahka, offers valuable advice for entrepreneurs and explains the dynamic initiatives in the emirate encouraging the launch of new businesses and helping to take fledgling SMEs to the next level.
A long-held vision to position Qatar as a cultural beacon of art, theater, literature, music, visual art, conventions and exhibitions in the Middle East is taking shape with the creation of the Cultural Village Foundation-Katara. General Manager Dr Khalid Bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti explains how by tapping—and preserving—Qatar’s cultural heritage and traditions to provide both nationals and visitors with a unique opportunity to learn, connect and enjoy the grace of the past in a contemporary setting is building bridges between cultures and promoting a united humanity.
A long-held vision to position Qatar as a cultural beacon of art, theater, literature, music, visual art, conventions and exhibitions in the Middle East is taking shape with the creation of the Cultural Village Foundation-Katara. General Manager Dr Khalid Bin Ibrahim Al Sulaiti explains how by tapping—and preserving—Qatar’s cultural heritage and traditions to provide both nationals and visitors with a unique opportunity to learn, connect and enjoy the grace of the past in a contemporary setting is building bridges between cultures and promoting a united humanity.
José Antonio González Anaya holds degrees in economics and mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a master’s degree and a doctorate in economics from Harvard University.
José Antonio González Anaya holds degrees in economics and mechanical engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and a master’s degree and a doctorate in economics from Harvard University.
Six major prestigious US universities have full campuses in Qatar and US involvement is throughout the whole range of Qatar’s private sector, from huge corporations to SMEs and employees in Qatari companies. Robert A. Hager, Chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Qatar explains the expanding network of opportunities emerging with greater interaction and understanding on both sides through education and commercial activities, as well as the potential the US economy holds for Qatari investors.
Six major prestigious US universities have full campuses in Qatar and US involvement is throughout the whole range of Qatar’s private sector, from huge corporations to SMEs and employees in Qatari companies. Robert A. Hager, Chairman of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) Qatar explains the expanding network of opportunities emerging with greater interaction and understanding on both sides through education and commercial activities, as well as the potential the US economy holds for Qatari investors.
As the global taste for new products grows and changes constantly, the Lotte Group successfully adapts to these changes offering new products that conquer everyone’s heart and mouth. President Takayuki Tsukuda explains the challenges to penetrate new markets, its unique corporate philosophy and future synergies in the US.
As the global taste for new products grows and changes constantly, the Lotte Group successfully adapts to these changes offering new products that conquer everyone’s heart and mouth. President Takayuki Tsukuda explains the challenges to penetrate new markets, its unique corporate philosophy and future synergies in the US.
In 2012, HH the Amir, Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, created the Ministry of State for Youth Affairs, which is charged with designing and implementing youth-oriented strategies to empower the majority stakeholders in Kuwait’s future. This approach has catalyzed action across sectors, including all stakeholders from the public and private sector to prioritize youth on every level.
In 2012, HH the Amir, Sheikh Sabah Al Ahmad Al Jaber Al Sabah, created the Ministry of State for Youth Affairs, which is charged with designing and implementing youth-oriented strategies to empower the majority stakeholders in Kuwait’s future. This approach has catalyzed action across sectors, including all stakeholders from the public and private sector to prioritize youth on every level.
Highly focused on building on an already strong brand awareness in Southeast Asia and North America, Japan’s Sapporo Group is looking to further build up its presence by expanding its food products, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages businesses in foreign markets. President & Representative Director and Group CEO Tsutomu Kamijo has the details.
Highly focused on building on an already strong brand awareness in Southeast Asia and North America, Japan’s Sapporo Group is looking to further build up its presence by expanding its food products, soft drinks and alcoholic beverages businesses in foreign markets. President & Representative Director and Group CEO Tsutomu Kamijo has the details.
