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USA KV Kumar, head of the Indian American International Chamber of Commerce, gives an account of the bilateral trade relations between India and the US and candidly speaks about the opportunities for Indian generic companies in the world’s largest pharmaceutical market. He addresses the need for supply chain diversification in light…

Belgium Glenn Vaughan of the British Chamber of Commerce | EU & Belgium discusses the importance of the Belgium-UK relationship, the role of healthcare and the life sciences within that, and how the Chamber’s work is evolving in the run-up to Brexit.   In the field of healthcare and life sciences,…

Czech Republic Bernard Bauer, CEO and board member at the German-Czech Chamber of Industry and Commerce, discusses the factors that make the German-Czech collaboration such a natural and powerful one, out of which the two countries’ common industrial tradition plays a key role. Furthermore, Bauer assesses the evolution of bilateral trade relations,…

UAE Cara Nazari of AmCham Dubai discusses her role in helping shape the chamber into a more business-minded institution, why Dubai is an attractive destination for investment, improving healthcare stakeholder relations, and fostering ‘Open Innovation’.   Healthcare is a top priority for the UAE. Ensuring quality care for its population is…

Hungary Júlia Lipovecz, director of Swisscham Hungary, shares insights into the association and its activities to promote Swiss foreign investment in Hungary, the importance of local collaboration, and how its members perceive the Hungarian economic landscape.   Even though Switzerland is small in stature, the Chamber represents some of the largest…

Hungary Oliver Strommer, newly appointed executive director of the British Chamber of Commerce in Hungary (BCCH), introduces the Chamber and its refocused aim of becoming a more dynamic player in business connectivity between the two countries. Aside from highlighting the activities of the BCCH, Strommer goes on to offer insights into…

UAE The mission of the Swiss Business Council (SBC) is to provide a forum for Swiss executives and those with Swiss business interested to identify, discuss and pursue common interests regarding their activities. Peter Harradine, president of SBC Dubai & Northern Emirates discusses FDI inflows into the UAE, the strategic significance…

Taiwan Stéphane Péden, general manager of the Chamber of Commerce & Industry France Taiwan (CCIFT), describes how the Chamber facilitates business relations between France and Taiwan, the challenges faced by French companies setting up operations in Taiwan, and the numerous opportunities that Taiwan has to offer the French business community.  …

Thailand Sukanya Uerchuchai, executive director of the Franco-Thai Chamber of Commerce, introduces one of the most dynamic European Chambers in Thailand, highlights the trade between Thailand and France, and explains the investment opportunities that Thailand offers for French companies.   Thailand is the second largest economic partner of France in Southeast…

Korea The French-Korean Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FKCCI) has grown rapidly in the last decade, both in terms of members and revenues. Its managing director, Stella Yoon, explains how the chamber has adapted its capabilities and services to the changing needs of French companies and identified the hurdles facing Korean…

Egypt Tarek Tawfik, managing director of AmCham Egypt, explains how Egypt’s latest economic reforms have transformed the country into an attractive destination for foreign investors. He highlights the special role of Egypt in the region and shows how the public and the private sectors are collaborating to achieve economic growth.  …

Egypt Nadia Lamloum, executive director of the British Egyptian Business Association (BEBA), discusses the role of her institution and the investment opportunities that Egypt has to offer, as well as the initiatives being undertaken to form partnerships between industry, government officials and regulatory bodies.   Due to Egypt’s rising population, the demand…