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The UN General Assembly set the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) five years ago. The estimated annual
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The conclusion of the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s most recent report is stark:
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His Excellency Abdulla Al Saleh, Undersecretary for Foreign Trade Ministry of Economy UAE stated,“ Trade activities
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Drones are changing the way in which we interact with one another. From commercial applications to
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning are gaining a strong foothold across numerous applications, lowering the
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Early in November, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) paid homage to Chile’s economic resilience and progress.
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As we mark the decennial of the collapse of Lehman Brothers, there are still ongoing debates
Few people make their first million before they turn twenty, and fewer still can say they
How many syllables would you like with your supercar? One? Porsche will do nicely. Two? Bentley,
“You know, I imagine a lot of you wanna know why I call the guitar Lucille.
“When you spread joy, it returns to you multiplied,” says Huzaifa Khorakiwala, more commonly known as
It takes the gumption of a hero to identify as a socialist in the United States,
Founder and CEO Tim O’Reilly of O’Reilly Media is not at all surprised that Google, Facebook,
From investment opportunities to the pursuit and provision of venture capital, the purse strings of financial
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The world is in pieces. No longer the preserve of two competing global powers – or
Richard Hausmann, PhD, took over as CEO of Elekta in June 2016, and has taken bold
Among the pioneers of the digital banking age and one of most recognised innovator and FinTech
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Earlier this year, Nigerian president Muhammadu Buhari signed the Finance Bill 2019 into law as the
India’s largest business by revenue, Tata Group comprises no less than 289 businesses that together have
Mercedes-Benz is enjoying a great run. Its cars have set new sales records in Switzerland, Spain,
The word battle used in connection with any ailment is an odd euphemism, but particularly so
The last Marxist-Leninist to hold a place on the world stage has left, signalling the end
Zaha Hadid orphaned this world on March 31 and left it waiting for great works that
Back in 2005, Robert Iger’s 31-year journey at Disney and ABC looked like it could come
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The lone Trump supporter amongst the billionaires of Silicon Valley, venture capitalist and angel investor Peter
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“Absolute truth is a very rare and dangerous commodity in the context of professional journalism.” For
“Man, unlike any other thing organic or inorganic in the universe, grows beyond his work, walks
Early in November, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) paid homage to Chile’s economic resilience and progress.
Armenia is ready for its time in the spotlight. The landlocked country experienced a watershed moment
Last September, the European Union launched its own Belt and Road Initiative, connecting Europe with Asia.
If, by way of magic, cynicism and indifference could be banned, the world would undoubtedly be
Amina J Mohammed has been called one of the world’s greatest leaders (Fortune magazine), Diplomat of
Any and all talk about a determined, sustained, and final push to eradicate poverty from the
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Concerned over widening geopolitical fissures, the World Economic Forum (WEF) has embarked on a quest to
Dutch Finance Minister and President of the Eurogroup Jeroen Dijsselbloem is worried that the increased insularity
For anyone familiar with the dashing Crown Prince of Dubai, it would have come as no
The hub for flag carrier Royal Jordanian Airlines, Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA), just south of
The established wisdom, first formulated and then imposed by the United States, says that trade encourages
Following presentation of the Annual Investment Meeting (AIM) Awards for FDI-agencies at a Gala Dinner at
Unveiling a major investment drive to upgrade its long-haul business and premium economy class services, British
An increasing number of businesses, including banks, are adapting their corporate structures and processes to incorporate
In over forty countries, oilfield services company Schlumberger is actively engaged in promoting science, technology, engineering,
Mobil Oil Nigeria Plc traces its proud history back to 1907. This top petroleum products marketing
Responsibility is at the heart of Old Mutual’s success over the past 165 years and the
China Merchants Bank, headquartered in Shenzen and boasting 500 branches, is the CFI.co 2014 winner of
With investor confidence solid and a booming economy, the Colombo Stock Exchange (CSE) is in a
With a passion for quality in both service and product plus an uncannily keen sense for
Managing the assets of private clients across the globe, Julius Bär Group maintains offices in over
Picture a world in which large power plants spewing noxious fumes into the atmosphere have been
According to the CFI.co Judging Panel, ‘Nordea well understands the benefits that accrue to investors when
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The Bolsa de Valores de Colombia (BVC) – a private organisation – was established in 2001
The Odebrecht Organisation is a very successful and highly diversified Brazilian group which is active in
Mercury Capital Advisors Group have perfected flat management within the company, creating a team where everyone takes
The CFI Judging Panel would like to congratulate Banco Interacciones on repeating its triumph of last
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There has been powerful performance at Bentley Motors, Middle East this past year. Dubai is the
Now that many of the global universal banks are returning to their core business and divesting
In December this year, Abu Dhabi will welcome government leaders, CEOs and investment stakeholders for the
The esteemed jury members for the AIM 2018’s Investment Promotion Agency (IPA) awards receives recognition for
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For many developing countries, foreign direct investment (FDI) has become the largest source of external finance,
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