Dr. Bashar Al Malik of Saudi Railway Company, talks about restructuring taking place across the industry and SAR’s goal of becoming a logistics centre as part of Vision 2030.

Al Dhaheri discusses the emirate’s pioneering efforts to conserve water supplies, replenish fish stocks and protect natural habitats.

Khoshaim, managing partner at Khoshaim & Associates, talks about the significant reforms that are set to boost foreign investment and encourage local players in the Kingdom.

Through digitisation efforts, tailored offerings for smaller clients and regional integration efforts, Thailand’s banks are starting to reach previously unbanked customers

Osama Bishai, CEO of Orascom, & David De Visscher, country manager of BESIX, discuss construction & design of the new Grand Egyptian Museum that is being built in Cairo.

In an interview with Global Platform, Batara Sianturi, CEO of Citi Indonesia, discusses how Indonesia’s banking sector is adapting to the digital economy and the proliferation of financial technology (fintech). 

In this Global Platform video, Jamal Iesa A. Al-Loughani, DMD International Marketing, Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC), talks about Kuwait Export Crude and upcoming plans for the future.

Jahja Setiaatmadja talks about the importance of digital technology in adapting to the rising use of fintech in the market.

Essam Al Shiha, discusses the increasing demand for cloud services and and importance of emerging technologies when it comes to addressing cybersecurity.

Salvador Sánchez of Deloitte Mexico and Juan José López Forastier of Deloitte Argentina, on the importance of global agriculture and the effect of agri-business on the environment.

In this Global Platform video, Wapu Sonk, managing director of Kumul Petroleum Holdings, talks about PNG’s advantages as a strategic location for extractive industries. 

Almojel discusses how Saudi Arabia works to become a pioneering manufacturing powerhouse and global logistics centre.

Ahmed Shalaby, President & CEO of Tatweer Misr, talks about the expansion and developments being made in the real estate sector. 

In this Global Platform video, Ali Rashid Al Jarwan, CEO of Dragon Oil, discusses the future of energy development and how renewables are being integrated into the energy mix.

In this Global Platform video, Omar Fayad, the governor of Hidalgo, and César Hernández, commissioner of the Federal Commission for Regulatory Improvement, talk about the strengths of state.

Four key players in ICT sector discuss the benefits of operating in Egypt in terms of its strategic location, young and skilled population, and access to government support.

Dr. San San Yi, chairman of Okkar Thiri, talks about the expansion of private hospitals in the country, which have increased from only one or two facilities during the 1980s, to 250 now.

Ali Hussein on the advances being made in Egyptian dentistry technology, its contribution to medical tourism and its role in the retention of skilled dental professionals.

Sherif Elwy, Vice Chairman and Managing Director of the AAIB, discusses a suite of structural changes and asset trends in the Egyptian banking system.

Trejo, Former Undersecretary for Planning and Tourism Policy, and Pantoja, Partner, Deloitte discuss the considerable advantages that Mexico has to offer to medical tourists.

Al Enizi talks about the changes and improvements being made to models of patient care and the introduction of corporatisation to the health sector. 

Mohamed El Kalla, CEO of Cairo for Investment and Real Estate Development, talks about shifts in the structure of schooling in Egypt and around the world.

Tim Murray, CEO of Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), talks about the growing significance of aluminium not only to Bahrain’s economy but to the global economy at large.

Gastón Acurio, Peruvian Chef, talks about the evolution and prospects of Peruvian gastronomy, and its role in driving the economy and the country’s presence on the global stage.

Al Nasser, CEO of STC Group, talks about how digital transformation is at the core of Saudi Arabia’s overarching development strategies, inlcuding Vision 2030.

Al Fallaj discusses how digitalisation and the incorporation of local content is key to Vision 2030, the country’s long-term development plan. 

In an interview, Durand describes the foundation of Bahrain’s leadership in regional banking, public regulatory reforms and private.

Al Madani discusses the importance of increasing efficiency within the public sector through training and an improved performance culture.

Leading figures in Kuwait’s energy sector speak on how overhauling older refineries & building new ones will help the country consolidate its prominent role in the world energy sector. 

Mr. Hernandez speaks about leveraging the country’s labour force by introducing new technologies and digital solutions to business operations.

Osama Bishai discusses the factors that are contributing to Egypt’s construction boom, major infrastructure developments, and tourism projects.

Baptiste, President & CEO of RFHL, speaks on putting new technologies to use to serve local clients & sharpen the nation’s competitive edge in the regional market.

Mr. Mahmood Hashem Alkooheji speaks on the growing diversification of the country’s economy, and the depth and breadth of Bahraini investment, both locally and globally.

Mr. Sapianchai speaks on ways in which innovations in technology and energy management are encouraging consumers to generate reusable energy and sell it on the retail market.

Ahmed Saad Ibrahim on the inevitability of technology’s role in modern banking & importance of supporting SMEs & start-ups with Saeed Al Amiri on growth of Islamic Banking. 

Al Shamisi and Al Masabi talk about overcoming challenges in the global shipping industry to capitalise on promising growth segments.

Alberto Ñecco, Javier Lancha, Jorge Arangurí and Francis Stenning on  Peru's positive economic trajectory on the back of its macroeconomic stability and export-friendly policies.

Usabiaga, Villanueva & Espíndola talks about the competitive advantages of Guanajuato State in terms of investment, industry, agriculture & infrastructure.

Khalid Jasim Al Midfa speaks on the evolution and diversification of Sharjah's tourism sector.

Omar Fayad on establishing education & language programmes has fostered meaningful partnerships with Asian markets & Mauricio Leyva on the potential of Mexico.

Dennis Uy, CEO, Udenna; & Vincent Dizon, President, BCDA speak about the benefits & aspirations of Clark Global City, the Philippines newest economic hub.

Abdelmoumen Ould Kaddour, CEO, Sonatrach, speaks on how the global lower oil price environment has spurred the diversification of Algeria’s energy sector. 

In an interview with Global Platform, Tim Murray, CEO of Aluminium Bahrain (Alba), speaks on the role of aluminium and other manufacturing in Bahrain and the region.

Hatem Al Mosa, CEO of SNOC, on Sharjah's ways in working to ensure its long-term energy security through revising the energy mix and investing in gas storage solutions.

Razan Khalifa Al Mubarak, Secretary-General of Environment Agency Abu Dhabi, speaks on how the Environment Agency and its partners work to protect the environment. 

Khalid Al Hussan, CEO of the Saudi Stock Exchange (Tadawul), spoke with OBG on the latest successes of Tadawul and the long-term objectives for the country’s capital markets.

Roberto Novoa & Abraham Rocha Moreno speak on the factors contributing to growth and globalisation in their local economy.

In an interview with Global Platform, Sheikh Khalid Al Amoudi, CEO of Saudi Red Bricks Company (SRBC), speaks on the factors driving Saudi Arabia’s economic growth.

Prince Turki Bin Saud Mohammed Al Saud, speaks on the development of science, technology and innovation in the kingdom.

Saeed Al Remeithi, CEO of Emirates Steel, describes the growth and expansion of Abu Dhabi’s steel industry.

Developing trade in an age of globalisation and ASEAN integration.

Wong Heang Fine, Group CEO of Surbana Jurong, speaks about the key issues facing urban environments.

Andrew Jeffreys, Stephen Orr & Mohammed Horani address what makes Casablanca an attractive centre for business.

Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, CEO of Abu Dhabi Ports, describes the ongoing expansion of the emirate’s transport and logistics infrastructure.

A look at how targeted investments in Dubai have helped to build a global city.

A look at how concrete strategies and new standards have helped the ADX diversify its offerings.

Andrew Jeffreys, the CEO & Editor-in-Chief of Oxford Business Group, has identified three main drivers of growth in emerging markets: trade, diversification & human capital.