Tagged with trade

Poland Poland’s entrance into the EU has been a catalyst for growth that has allowed the country to flourish, shown by the nation’s ranking as the eighth largest economy in Europe according to the World Bank. The introduction into Europe has sprung the borders open, and for the Polish pharmaceutical industry this…

Philippines Luis E. Mendez, Chairman of the Philippine-Swiss Business Council, outlines the growing relationship between the Philippines and Switzerland and the council’s role in stimulating trade between the nations. How would you characterize the current trade relationship between Switzerland and the Philippines? “Last year, our business council had a successful forum…

Philippines Stanislas Camart, President of the French Chamber of Commerce and Industry in the Philippines, discusses the chamber’s rapidly expanding membership and how they continue to evolve and adapt their services to truly add value to their members. He also discusses the unique aspects of Filipino business culture and exciting opportunities…

Ireland In an exclusive interview, Irish Minister for Foreign Affairs and Trade, Charles Flanagan TD, outlines the Department’s enhanced focus on trade and economic recovery, Ireland’s commitment to productive global engagement, and the strategic importance of the life sciences industry to Ireland’s economy.    In 2015, the Irish Government launched a…

Singapore The executive director of the Singaporean-German Chamber of Industry and Commerce explains the evolution of the business relationship between Singapore and Germany, cultural similarities and challenges, and showcases the chamber as a platform to further enhance bilateral economic relations between the two nations. Could you please introduce to our international…

Slovakia Slovakia has been Europe’s fastest growing economy over the last ten years and the government has identified areas within life sciences as strategic centers for investment in the country. Slovakia has a lot to offer biopharma investors according to Robert Simoncic, head of the Slovak investment and trade development agency…

Philippines Peter Kompalla, executive director of the German-Philippine Chamber of Commerce and Industry, discusses the chamber’s activities in the country working to promote German-Filipino trade, their extensive and growing advocacy efforts on behalf of their members, as well how good business values help to bond German companies of all sizes operating in the…

Pharma Francisco González, CEO of ProMéxico, the Mexican investment agency, describes the strengths of Mexico’s research and industrial base, untapped business opportunities in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, and new export horizons in Africa and Asia. Mexico currently displays a very interesting business context: the economy is back to robust growth…

Pharma Philippe Richert, President of the newly created region Grand Est (Regions Alsace, Champagne-Ardenne and Lorraine) shares the significance of life sciences to his local economy, the industrial heritage which have made the region a leading exporter of pharmaceuticals, as well as the world-class innovation taking place there. Finally, he discusses…

Pharma Martin Naville, CEO of the Swiss-American Chamber of Commerce, discusses Swiss exports to the US, global competitiveness and innovation rankings, and why the Swiss-US relationship will only continue to grow stronger in the coming years. In 2015, the US was the most important destination for Swiss direct investment abroad, amounting…

Pharma The Director of the State Institute for Drug Control in the Czech Republic highlights the Czech pharmaceutical industry as emancipated and points out their tremendous contribution to employment, export balance, the economy at large and to the patients. You assumed the position as interim director of the State Institute for…

Pharma Hungary’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and Trade Péter Szijjártó highlights the significant role that foreign direct investments have played in developing the country’s healthcare and life science sector, while detailing the nation’s ambitions of not only pivoting into Europe’s hub for production, but also innovation. With over a century-long tradition,…