Maldives 2018

Where business  mixes with beauty

Maldives

Where business mixes with beauty

The Greater Malé Region, formed by the union of six neighboring islands, will decongest the capital and enable unprecedented tourism growth.

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Irish smart solutions for a better world

Ireland

2024

Irish smart solutions for a better world

Thriving as a business hub, Ireland is emerging as a lab for crafting smart solutions in technologically advanced sectors such as biopharma and MedTech.
The top choice for global businesses

Canada

2024

The top choice for global businesses

From its dynamic startup scene to its well-established industries, Canada stands out as a heavyweight in the global business arena.
Investing in the heart of Central Europe

Hungary

2024

Investing in the heart of Central Europe

With solid infrastructures and a skilled workforce, Hungary emerges as an appealing base in Europe.
The creative island

Iceland

2022

The creative island

From Hollywood productions to avant-garde arts, Iceland punches above its weight when it comes to cultural influence.
The global island

Ireland

2022

The global island

Ireland has emerged as one of the best bases to launch a business with global ambitions.
Singapore, ahead of the curve

Singapore

2021

Singapore, ahead of the curve

Long established as a global center for finance and trading, Asia’s smart nation hits a new inflection point through digital transformation.
Swiss tech for a better world

Switzerland

2021

Swiss tech for a better world

Green solutions developed in Switzerland lead the way as global businesses gear up for a major sustainability push.
How Malta is charming some of the world’s finest technologies

Malta

2020

How Malta is charming some of the world’s finest technologies

In order to achieve its ambitions, the Mediterranean island needs to win the battle for talents.
Enabling growth

Maldives

2019

Enabling growth

The Maldives’ dispersed geography, while bestowing the country’s irresistible appeal, also carries unique challenges to a growing economy.
The west coast of Europe

Portugal

2019

The west coast of Europe

An economic miracle for some, Portugal is modernizing and alluring. From start-ups to surf waves, the country evokes an almost Californian model on the west coast of Europe.
How a small island nation became Africa’s business champion

Mauritius

2019

How a small island nation became Africa’s business champion

In only 50 years, Mauritius defied all economic predictions and is today ranked number one in Africa for its ease in doing business.
Revive Greece, restore Europe

Greece

2018

Revive Greece, restore Europe

Signs of recovery make a compelling case for easing the Greek debt.
Where business  mixes with beauty

Maldives

2018

Where business mixes with beauty

The Greater Malé Region, formed by the union of six neighboring islands, will decongest the capital and enable unprecedented tourism growth.
The nation with a reach much greater than its borders

Luxembourg

2018

The nation with a reach much greater than its borders

Luxembourg has become a leader in financial firsts that belies its size.
Access point to Africa

Mauritius

2017

Access point to Africa

A forthcoming free trade agreement could energize an ancient commercial route between China and Mauritius, forging a cross-continential gateway centuries in the making.
Poised for regional reconstruction

Jordan

2017

Poised for regional reconstruction

Jordan is positioning itself as a launchpad for the rebuilding of Iraq and Syria.
Access to the heart of Europe

Luxembourg

2015

Access to the heart of Europe

Luxembourg’s financial sector expertise and business friendly culture are helping Chinese businesses to engage in Europe.
Reforms spark progress

Portugal

2014

Reforms spark progress

Far-reaching structural reforms have paved the way for a sustained recovery in growth and investment
Stability locks in future growth

Ivory Coast

2016

Stability locks in future growth

Côte d’Ivoire’s economic renaissance is rapidly creating a new golden era
Building the dream

Maldives

2016

Building the dream

The Maldives invests in infrastructure to unleash growth
Re-engineering for growth

Egypt

2016

Re-engineering for growth

Egypt is undergoing an infrastructure overhaul
Oil nation charts a new course

Brunei Darussalam

2016

Oil nation charts a new course

Ancient Sino-Bruneian trade routes have been revived, marking 25 years in diplomatic relations.
Economic ties boosted as President Xi visits Egypt

Egypt

2015

Economic ties boosted as President Xi visits Egypt

Egyptian President al-Sisi and Chinese President Xi deliver a joint statement at the Presidential Palace in Cairo on January 21st, 2016.
An all-weather friend in Africa

Zimbabwe

2015

An all-weather friend in Africa

President Xi’s historic visit to Zimbabwe marks a breakthrough in the strengthening of ties.
Looking seaward

Cape Verde

2013

Looking seaward

A growing hub for services in the Atlantic
Investing in durability

Morocco

2013

Investing in durability

A safe choice for business in North Africa
Investing in democracy

Tunisia

2013

Investing in democracy

The road to economic revival
Unleashing its growth potential

Zimbabwe

2012

Unleashing its growth potential

A call for international investment
Uma porta para Africa no coração do Atlântico

Cabo Verde

2012

Uma porta para Africa no coração do Atlântico

Exemplo de democracia e governação na região em que se insere, Cabo Verde procura parceiros privados que o ajudem a constituir-se como um centro internacional de prestação de serviços. Por ar, terra e mar.

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A new metropolis links up

Economy

A new metropolis links up

The union of six neighbouring islands surround the capital will form the Greater Malé Region, allowing for decongestion in Malé while improving economies

Luxury resorts turn fantasy into reality amid sector swell

Tourism

Luxury resorts turn fantasy into reality amid sector swell

An underwater villa, sea-side ice rink and overwater salsa floor: Island-resorts are delivering on the wildest of dreams as tourist and resort numbers

Making a splash for sustainability

Fisheries

Making a splash for sustainability

The world's last true pole-and-line fishing nation, the Maldives' brand of "naturally sustainable" fish is coming to the Middle East.

“Coco Privé is one of two genuine private islands in the Maldives”

Tourism

“Coco Privé is one of two genuine private islands in the Maldives”

Andrew Ashmore

Chief Commercial Officer of Coco Collection Hotels and Resorts

Dhiraagu connects every school with Wi-Fi

Telecom & IT

Dhiraagu connects every school with Wi-Fi

The Maldives’ top telecom, Dhiraagu is focused on the nation’s large youth segment, which is now being targeted with new services and a nationwide

Fisheries reel in big catch from Gulf funds

Fisheries

Fisheries reel in big catch from Gulf funds

A portion of a $160m loan from the UAE and Saudi Arabia will fund two new processing factories, as well as ice machines for fishing vessels.

“The first country in South Asia to achieve 100% electricity access”

Energy

“The first country in South Asia to achieve 100% electricity access”

Mohamed Lamaan

Acting Managing Director of FENAKA Corporation

“Immense potential” in warehouse solutions, says top logistics firm

Logistics

“Immense potential” in warehouse solutions, says top logistics firm

Warehousing solutions are in high demand due to an intrinsically challenging geography, says top logistics firm Centurion Group, the first Maldivian

Greater Malé Industrial Zone spawns new construction and logistics backbone

Industry

Greater Malé Industrial Zone spawns new construction and logistics backbone

Consisting of the two islands of Gulhifalhu and Thilafushi, the Greater Malé Industrial Zone will be the site of the country’s largest industrial

Conrad Maldives opens world’s first undersea residence: A photo essay

Tourism

Conrad Maldives opens world’s first undersea residence: A photo essay

Jumeirah Vittaveli pushes the boundaries of luxury: A photo essay

Tourism

Jumeirah Vittaveli pushes the boundaries of luxury: A photo essay

“There are about 23 new resorts coming up, adding 4,000 beds in total”

Economy

“There are about 23 new resorts coming up, adding 4,000 beds in total”

Abdulla Jihad

Vice President of the Republic of the Maldives

“The Maldives has become a competition among tourism investors around the globe”

Tourism

“The Maldives has become a competition among tourism investors around the globe”

Mohamed Haris

Acting Managing Director of the Maldives Marketing and Public Relations Corporation (MMPRC)

“There is no where else in the world where you can come out of the sea and start ice skating”

Tourism

“There is no where else in the world where you can come out of the sea and start ice skating”

Amit Majumder

General Manager of Jumeirah Vittaveli

“Vakkaru is a new luxury brand settling confidently into the Maldives”

Tourism

“Vakkaru is a new luxury brand settling confidently into the Maldives”

Wicus Prinsloo

General Manger of Vakkaru

“The Conrad Hilton is the first resort in the Maldives to have an undersea villa”

Tourism

“The Conrad Hilton is the first resort in the Maldives to have an undersea villa”

Stefano Ruzza

General Manager of the Conrad Maldives Rangali Island

“The airport upgrade is the largest investment project that has ever been undertaken in the Maldives”

Aviation

“The airport upgrade is the largest investment project that has ever been undertaken in the Maldives”

Adil Moosa

Managing Director of the Maldives Airport Company Limited (MACL)

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In luxury tourism, respect for the environment is essential”

Tourism

“
In luxury tourism, respect for the environment is essential”

Jan Tibaldi

General Manager of One&Only Reethi Rah

“GMIZL will support the development of the new port at Thilafushi”

Industry

“GMIZL will support the development of the new port at Thilafushi”

Ahmed Nasif

Managing Director of the Greater Malé Industrial Zone Ltd.

“By 2019, we’ll be able to move 10,000 families out of Malé”

Real Estate & Construction

“By 2019, we’ll be able to move 10,000 families out of Malé”

Mohamed Muizzu

Minister of Housing and Infrastructure

“In 2017, we had the lowest fiscal deficit in 10 years, at 2% of GDP”

Finance

“In 2017, we had the lowest fiscal deficit in 10 years, at 2% of GDP”

Ahmed Munawar

Minister of Finance and Treasury of the Maldives

“We crossed over $1b in market capitalization this year”

Finance

“We crossed over $1b in market capitalization this year”

Aushan Latheef

CEO of Maldives Stock Exchange

“Dhiraagu has made tremendous progress in bringing the latest services to the entire country”

Telecom & IT

“Dhiraagu has made tremendous progress in bringing the latest services to the entire country”

Ismail Rasheed

CEO and Managing Director of Dhiraagu

“The Maldives is the only MSC-certified country that’s exclusively pole and line”

Agriculture & Fisheries

“The Maldives is the only MSC-certified country that’s exclusively pole and line”

Adley Ismail

CEO of Maldives Industrial Fisheries Co. Ltd (MIFCO)

“We hope to have 30% of daily energy demand met by renewables”

Energy

“We hope to have 30% of daily energy demand met by renewables”

Thoriq Ibrahim

Minister of Environment and Energy