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Forex forecast, a look at the week ahead
There is little economic data to distract the markets this week hence we will be looking at US Treasury yields and that important 1.30 level in EURUSD for market direction as we start a new week.
IPRA GCC Chapter and the 20th PR World Congress
The Public Relations World Congress has opened in Dubai attracting PR professionals from across the world. Phil Blizzard talks to Faisal Al- Zahrani, President, International Public Relations Association, Gulf Chapter, organisers of the 20th edition of the congress, about the role they play in the region.
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Dubai economic development 2012 will be impacted by the good, bad and ugly
The good, the bad and the ugly economies of the world are highlighted by Mario Maratheftis, Regional Head of Research, Mena & Pakistan - Global Markets, Standard Chartered. Talking to Phil Blizzard he explains the impact they may have on the economic development of Dubai and the expected outlook for 2012.
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Standard Chartered 2012 outlook for Dubai economy
Mario Maratheftis, Regional Head of Research, Mena & Pakistan - Global Markets, Standard Chartered talks to Phil Blizzard at the Dubai Economic Outlook 2012 conference and in this part of an extended interview the focus is on the internal factors expected to influence the development of Dubai.
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Dubai 100 reveals top SME perfomers
The Top 100 performing businesses in the SME sector were revealed in a special ceremony at the Dubai World Trade Centre. In this report Phil Blizzard talks to Abdul Baset Al Janahi, CEO, Dubai SME, - Michael Lahyani, CEO & Founder of the third place performer Property Finder and also Dr Omar Ghosheh, CEO of top performer Dimensions Healthcare.
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Qatar first rail project on track at Lusail
The construction of the first rail project in Qatar has begun with the Lusail Light Rail Network. Thomas Topolski, VP, Transportation ME, Aecom talks to Phil Blizzard at the MEED Qatar Projects 2012 conference about this joint venture with Parsons International, and also about Aecom's projects elsewhere in the Middle East.
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Qatar push to develop the SME sector
The Qatar 2030 plan looks at developing the SME sector as a key part of their diversification. Talking to Phil Blizzard at the Qatar Projects 2012 conference Remy Rowhani, DG, Qatar Chamber of Commerce & Industry highlights the importance of the SME sector, services offered by his organisation and the forthcoming World Chambers Congress which takes place in Doha next year.
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Qatar immune to Eurozone crisis says IBQ
With economic growth at 17.8% the impact of the Eurozone crisis on the economy and project sector in Qatar is likely to be limited, says George Nasra, MD, IBQ. At the MEED Qatar Project conference he talks to Phil Blizzard about the challenges that might be faced in 2012, including a drop in demand for oil and gas, but highlights the strength of the banking sector at the growth enjoyed by IBQ - the International Bank of Qatar.
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Emirates NBD - Emerging markets to drive private investments in 2012
2012 is set to be a year of re-orientation in the private investment, out with the old and in with the new. Gary Dugan, Chief Investment Officer, Private Banking, EmiratesNBD talks to Phil Blizzard about the importance of emerging countries - from Mongolia to Mozambique, the impact of regional issues and offers some key pointers for UAE based investors, including returns of upto 20% on commercial real estate in Europe.
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Philips at Arab Health talk about their regional healthcare strategy
Governments in the region have an ambitious agenda for driving forward their healthcare infrastructure - with some facilitating a strong private sector and others enhancing their own offerings. At Arab Health Roy Jakobs, President & CEO, Middle East & Turkey, Philips talks to Phil Blizzard about their strategy for the region, technological advances for mobile and digital healthcare services and the key issue of addressing fundamental health issues.
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GE Healthcare view long term strategy to develop health sector
With growing populations across the Middle East and the corresponding financial pressures being placed on the governments in the region, the privatisation of the healthcare sector is imperative. At Arab Health 2012 Phil Blizzard talks to Malek El Husseini, Business Development Director, GE Healthcare, Middle East about their key strategies and long term plans.
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Arab Health 2012 a boost to the economy of Dubai
The largest medical event in the Middle East is likely to attract more than 70,000 healthcare professional to the Dubai World Trade Centre for a showcase of the latest medical innovations. From Arab Health 2012, Phil Blizzard reports on the rapidly growing healthcare sector in the region, looks at what the show has to offer and what it means to the economy of Dubai.
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Vestas explores UAE wind power potential
Across the globe the generation of electric power from the wind stands at just 2%, with aims of increasing this to 10% in the coming decade. At the WFES Juan Araluce, President, Vestas Mediterranean talks to Phil Blizzard about the exploration and potential of wind power in the UAE, the need for a stable regulatory framework and which countries are leading the wind power race.
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Siemens electric mobility drive into the future with Porsche
One of the most outstanding electric cars at the World Future Energy Summit was found on the Siemens stand where they were proudly displaying a futuristic Porsche 911 Turbo. Phil Blizzard spoke to Dr Ulrich Eberl, Senior Director, Corporate Communications, Siemens AG about the direction they are taking in their drive for a cleaner and more sustainable future.
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Schneider Electric wins prestigious Zayed Future Energy Prize
Schneider Electric, the global specialist in energy management, has won the Zayed Future Energy Prize in the category of 'Large Corporations' for their efforts and innovations in renewable energy and sustainability. At the WFES, Abu Dhabi Phil Blizzard spoke with Isabelle Malinconi, VP Campaign Management, Schneider Electric about their initiatives and what it means to win such a prestigious award.
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