Interviews
Interview with Prince Alois, Hereditary Prince of Liechtenstein
“I aim to be a good guardian by ensuring the key success factors that make Liechtenstein one of the most attractive places to live and do business in the world.”
04 November, 2024
Interview with Daniel Risch, Prime Minister, Liechtenstein
“As a small country without natural resources such as oil, our strength lies in having direct and efficient communication channels; our best natural resource is fast and direct access.”
30 October, 2024
Interview with Sabine Monauni, Deputy Prime Minister, Liechtenstein
"We serve as a role model for other nations in having a stable financial situation; Liechtenstein is one of the few nations in the world without public debt."
30 October, 2024
Interview with Simon Tribelhorn, CEO, Liechtenstein Banking Association
“Liechtenstein is perceived as a safe haven, which has become even more important in these times of political and economic uncertainty.”
29 October, 2024
Interview with Edi Wögerer, CEO, Bank Frick
“We aim to become the most entrepreneurial bank in the market, one that is always seeking new opportunities, technologies and trends.”
29 October, 2024
A Land of Investment Opportunities
"Saudi Arabia is one of the world’s most exciting and dynamic markets and potentially the only true land of opportunity right now. We see global interest in our country, with businesspeople, investors
27 September, 2024
Interview with Osama Shaker, CEO, GIB Capital, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
"Our approach is to be a preferred financial partner for our clients. That is measured by the number of repeat clients that we have. We are a boutique investment company, but in terms of staffing capa
20 September, 2024
Interview with Rt Hon. Chow Kon Yeow, Chief Minister of Penang State, Malaysia
"We have a strong foundation in manufacturing but to ensure we grow and upscale the economy, it is important that we also diversify into technology-related sectors."
05 June, 2024
Interview with Maria L. Irizar, Managing Director, Irizar Forge, The Basque Country
"Not many companies reach 100 years of age, so we are making sure to adapt and roll with the times through careful strategic planning so that we will be around for another 100 years."
29 April, 2024
Interview with Said Mohammed Ahmad Al Saqri, Minister of Economy, Oman
“Oman is set to become a major economic powerhouse for the region and the world beyond.”
30 May, 2023
Interview with Kevin Schafer, Director, The American International School of Muscat
“Many Omanis are graduates of American universities and often inquire about educational opportunities and ways their companies can connect with the American education system.”
30 May, 2023
Interview with Nailesh Kanaksi Khimji, Director, Khimji Ramdas Group
“Oman’s unique identity is shaped by a fusion of different cultures, which makes it a welcoming country for global investors and people with an open mind towards religion, foods and customs.”
30 May, 2023
Interview with Salim Nasser Al Aufi, Minister of Energy and Minerals, Oman
“We need to make energy affordable and accessible to everyone and make it as clean as possible using the technologies available today.”
30 May, 2023
Interview with Steve Phimister, Managing Director, Petroleum Development Oman
“We are now growing our energy system by increasing sustainability in the oil and gas industry, addressing our existing emissions and investing in new technologies to utilize new forms of energy.”
30 May, 2023
Interview with Walter Simpson, Managing Director of CC Energy Development
“The three following things are valuable to us as a business: being a low-cost producer, having a low environmental footprint and being valued by the communities we work with.”
30 May, 2023
Interview with Interview with Said bin Hamoud Al Maawali, Minister of Transport, Communication and Information Technology, Oman
“Oman has always tried to be on the right side of history when it comes to conflicts and has worked hard to ensure that we properly manage our relations with other nations; we see ourselves as a beaco
30 May, 2023
Interview with Talal Bin Said Marhoon Al-Mamari, CEO, Omantel
“Oman has a clear vision and long-term strategy that is being executed through well-orchestrated and solid programs and planned milestones.”
30 May, 2023
Interview with Emile Hoogsteden, CEO, SOHAR Port and Freezone
“By 2050, SOHAR Port and Freezone will be a fully functional integrated industrial logistics port complex with net-zero carbon emissions; we aim to be the best place in the GCC and the rest of the wor
30 May, 2023
Interview with Bader Al Zidi, CEO, and Jan Michael Holzberg, Commercial Director, Vodafone Oman
“The Vision 2040 initiative has been a leapfrog in terms of digitization that came at just the right time.”
29 May, 2023
Interview with Dawood bin Salim Al Hadabi, CEO, Public Establishment for Industrial Estates (Madayn)
“We wholeheartedly welcome American businesses to tap into Oman’s market and contribute to its growing economy.”
29 May, 2023
Interview with Dr. Michel I. Najjar, President of American University of Malta
“We don't want only to graduate technical people. We want to graduate citizens of the world and people who are proud of this.”
24 May, 2023
Interview with Kenneth Farrugia, CEO of Bank of Valletta, Malta
“While Malta's tourism industry was down by 95% due to COVID-19, the country did not suffer the same impacts as other European countries, allowing for a quicker recovery as a result of the national go
24 May, 2023
Interview with Joseph Cuschieri, Founder and Partner of CP Advisory Malta
“We need to future proof our jurisdiction for the long term so that it remains relevant and innovative, with a new economic vision which ensures the ongoing development and modernization of our econom
24 May, 2023
Interview with Greta Camilleri Avallone, Manager Director of M&Z, Malta
“We are prepared to invest more. It's not like we're relying on other people to put up the investment. We have the expertise, and we want to increase our business with American companies if possible.”
23 May, 2023
Interview with Kevin Chircop, Executive Chairman of Enemed, Malta
“Malta has the largest ship registry in Europe and the fourth largest in the world. It is only complimentary to have storage facilities for bunkering, for servicing the maritime industry from the isla
23 May, 2023
Interview with George Vella, Chairman of FinanceMalta
“All the major players say they cannot afford not to be here because they can find everything in the ecosystem that was created. The supply chain that they need to rely on is entirely set in Malta.”
23 May, 2023
Malta Permanent Residence Programme
The MPRP is a straightforward residency-by-investment programme based on investments in property and government contributions. With the promise of a 4 to 6-month processing time from the submission of
23 May, 2023
Interview with Charles Mizzi, CEO of Residency Malta Agency
“There was already a community mainly made up of internationals. Obviously, they have freedom of movement, they could come to Malta anytime and there was this growing community: young people coming to
23 May, 2023
Interview with Kurt Farrugia, CEO of Malta Enterprise
“Our factories never closed. We’ve helped them to put in place safe measures within their factories to be able to continue running their operations. We've helped companies with assisting their employe
22 May, 2023
Interview with Kenneth Brincat, CEO of the Malta Digital Innovation Authority
“If you look into our strategy, you will understand that the MDIA, rather than being a regulator is more looking to provide technology assurance and facilitate the optimal use of technology.”
22 May, 2023
Interview with Stephen Xuereb, CEO of Valletta Cruise Port, Malta
“We took over the cruise business at the point where there were around 250,000 passengers visiting Malta. In 2019, we hit a record year with 930,000 passenger movements.”
22 May, 2023
Interview with Owen Bonnici, Minister for the National Heritage, the Arts, and Local Government, Malta
“We have a lot of people in Malta for whom art is their job, their workplace. They earn money out of arts, and the fact that we have those new initiatives creates new opportunities for the artists.”
22 May, 2023
Interview with Ian Borg, Minister of Foreign and European Affairs and Trade, Malta
“As a small island state, we're also willing to share best practices with the least developed small island states and other less developed countries because climate change is a big concern.”
22 May, 2023
Interview with Dr. Miriam Dalli, Minister for Environment, Energy and Enterprise, Malta
“We can't just limit ourselves to looking at onshore technology; we need to look at offshore technology.”
22 May, 2023
Interview with Clayton Bartolo, Minster of Tourism, Malta
“With tourism being such an important component of the local economy, we want the wealth which is being generated by this industry to be distributed all around the localities.”
22 May, 2023
Interview with Matty Ryan, Managing Director of Vistra Hungary
“I have never had a pipeline so strong, and I've never seen Hungary so strong.”
17 May, 2023
Interview with György Rajnai, CEO of Korda Studios, Hungary
“Productions decide not to shoot on location but go to a facility because they want to build a world that does not exist elsewhere. Our facilities need to cater for building these sets.”
17 May, 2023
Interview with József Szilvai, CEO of Hungarian Public Roads
“We are providing a platform for innovative products and technologies that will enable us to do our job more efficiently, more economically, and in support of the circular economy.”
16 May, 2023
Interview with Balázs Gellért, International Business Director of Naturtex
“Naturtex’s reputation is strong and growing. A lot of companies and people know we are looking for trustful, long-term partnerships.”
16 May, 2023
Interview with Márta Fekszi, CEO of Origo Film Group, Hungary
“Origo Studios is constantly evolving and adapting to new production and post-production requirements of our clients. We work closely with them to ensure that their needs are met and that their condit
15 May, 2023
Interview with Dr. Zoltán Ács and Dr. Dávid Greskovits of MEDITOP, Hungary
“We are undergoing a huge expansion, according to our expectations.”
14 May, 2023
Interview with János Ruck, CEO of Gallicoop, Hungary
“In the past, people used to sit around the fire, today this warmth is provided by the kitchen, whose power to hold families together is indisputable. Let's cook and have good conversations to fill ou
14 May, 2023
Interview with Gábor Futó, Co-Founder of Futureal Group, Hungary
“Our investments have huge multiplier effects as they allow industrial companies from all over the world to find their home in Hungary and form industrial clusters.”
14 May, 2023
Interview with Joseph Felföldi, Founder and CEO of Felföldi Confectionery Ltd., Hungary
“We see the dough that is going in, and at the end, the chocolate-covered pretzels that are coming out. Only four people work at the factory side, and they can produce one full lorry in one working da
14 May, 2023
Interview with László Fazekas, CFO of MVM Group, Hungary
"We do believe that that our asset heavy and well diversified activity portfolio ensures stable operations in Hungary and in the region."
12 May, 2023
Interview with Matt Zeller, Country President at Novartis, Hungary
“Over the last few years, we have seen intentional and substantial investment by the government to strengthen the sector by increasing healthcare provider salaries, driving incremental investment, and
11 May, 2023
Interview with Gábor Ganczer, CEO of Hungexpo, Hungary
“We checked the well-established venues, hired an expert in this market, and contacted all the stakeholders. Due to all this hard work, we are now also considered a film studio.”
11 May, 2023
Interview with Dr. Pál Simák, Chairman & CEO of CIB Bank, Hungary
“What distinguishes us in the Hungarian market is our focus on innovation and digitalization. We are probably the top bank in Hungary in terms of penetration of digital customers.”
11 May, 2023
Interview with Zsolt Harsányi, CEO of Axiál, Hungary
“It’s important for us that we are not one step behind the new machines but, rather, are one step in front.”
09 May, 2023
Interview with Csaba Káel, Head of the National Film Institute of Hungary
“We would like to use our creativeness in the field of collaborations. I would like to invite American producers to collaborate because Americans also have a wonderful DNA in the field of movies.”
03 May, 2023
Interview with Dr. László Papp, Mayor of Debrecen, Hungary
“Although we had applied for quite a lot of government support for our development projects, we didn’t wait for approval, but we proactively decided to create a financing system for our local investme
02 May, 2023
Interview with Zoltán Kovács, secretary of state for international communication and international relations and spokesperson of the government, Hungary
“Hungary is probably the most competitive and investor-friendly environment you will find in Europe.”
01 May, 2023
Interview with Gyula Porga, Mayor of Veszprém, Hungary
“We are aiming toward a vibrant green city image, with people-oriented public spaces and a strong background in the creative industries.”
01 May, 2023
Interview with Mamadou Kiari Liman-Tinguiri, Ambassador of the Republic of Niger to the US
“The US is Niger’s biggest partner, we are happy with our partnership and we expect it to continue and grow.”
09 February, 2023
Interview with Dara Calleary, Minister of State for Trade Promotion, Digital and Company Regulation, Ireland
“Within the island, we have a very advanced digital culture, but we’re ambitious, and we want to be the most digital advanced economy in the EU.”
18 January, 2023
Interview with Catherine Martin, Minister for Tourism, Culture, Arts, Gaeltacht, Sport and Media of Ireland
“We love to extend a warm welcome. What we love about US travelers is they come and want to spend quality time with us in Ireland. They know how to enjoy, explore and experience our culture.”
18 January, 2023
Interview with Danny McCoy, CEO of Ibec
“IBEC is a reflection of the Irish business model itself. Our growth over the last decade has been correlated quite heavily with what's been going on with our members, and IBEC has more than doubled i
18 January, 2023
Interview with Niall Gibbons, Chief Executive of Tourism Ireland
“We’re in a situation now where, in the summer of 2023, we will see capacity at around 102% of 2019 capacity.”
17 January, 2023
Interview with Patricia Callan, Director of Financial Services Ireland
“The goal is to bring them to the next level, to say, well actually we need to trial innovative products, but we need to do so in a safe environment for consumers. We can choose how to do that, and we
17 January, 2023
Interview with Una Fitzpatrick, Director of Technology Ireland
“It just goes to show, and when we're speaking to government as well, when we talk about the technology sector, we're not just talking about the tech sector, we’re talking about the entire ecosystem.
17 January, 2023
Interview with David Duffy, Director of Property Industry Ireland
"Across every sector there are ambitious targets. (But) we're seeing a lot of innovation by companies looking at how they can reduce carbon or move to more circular."
17 January, 2023
Interview with William Lavelle, Director of the Irish Whiskey Association
“The Irish whiskey industry represents 49 companies across the island. We represent all the major players and our members between them account for 99% of Irish whiskey’s global sales.”
17 January, 2023
Interview with Owen O’Sullivan, Managing Partner of William Fry, Ireland
“Our corporation tax take has been very strong, and that has enabled the government to insulate a lot of the businesses here from some of the worst effects of inflation, the war in Ukraine, and the en
17 January, 2023
Interview with Jonathan Kelly, Managing Partner of Philip Lee, Ireland
“We have the largest media law practice in the country, with a particular specialization in film and television financing and production. There is a lot of opportunity in that area.”
17 January, 2023
Interview with Alan Connell, Managing Partner of Eversheds Sutherland LLP, Ireland
“The attraction of Ireland as a hub for investment, particularly post-Brexit, has seen an increased number of internationally focused organizations looking to establish operations in and from Ireland.
17 January, 2023
Interview with John Jordan, CEO of Ornua, Ireland
“Unlike Ireland, there are very few countries in the world, where the cow’s diet primarily consists of grass. In most countries, cows eat grain. In Ireland, we have a fantastic climate for growing gra
17 January, 2023
Interview with Lorna Conn, CEO of CPL Group, Ireland
“If you’re looking to invest in Ireland, come to CPL, we can be your partner to help you scale, attract, and retain some of the very best talent that’s available in the country today.”
17 January, 2023
Interview with Conor O’Byrne, CEO, RelateCare, Ireland
“We're working very hard to provide the best working environment for employees, people that have trusted us to foster a positive employment model that allows them to grow.”
17 January, 2023
Interview with Tom Clarke, Senior Director of West Pharmaceuticals, Ireland
"But probably the dominant factor, and what has driven the track record of success in Ireland over these last 100 years, has been talent.”
17 January, 2023
Interview with Enda Kelleher, Vice-President of Sales for North America at Sprintax, Ireland
“On the US side, the reputation of the Irish is generally positive. We're very helpful to each other.”
16 January, 2023
Interview with Stella Clarke, Chief Strategy and Marketing Officer of Fenergo, Ireland
“We're now able to assist banks with understanding their customers throughout their lifecycle in real time. This allows them to monitor how clients behave on a daily basis, and that it is in line with
11 January, 2023
Interview with Deborah Threadgold, General Manager of IBM Ireland
“IBM is probably almost as famous for its ability to transform as it is for its technology.”
10 January, 2023
Interview with Conor Healy, CEO of Cork Chamber of Commerce, Ireland
“Just providing that element of state support for those businesses as well as a strong focus on infrastructure development in Cork, we are now seeing a lot of investment in public transport,..."
06 January, 2023
Interview with Eoin Hinchy, Co-Founder and CEO, Tines
“It's a thrilling experience to make a bet, hope for the best, but then to actually see the product add value to customers, big and small. That's a feeling that never gets old.”
09 December, 2022
Interview with Brian Hayes, CEO of Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI)
“I think it’s important that disruptive technologies are taken seriously.”
06 December, 2022
Interview with Vera Esperança dos Santos Daves de Sousa, Minister of Finance, Republic of Angola
“Hopefully, we will end the year with a prediction that is slightly better than we predicted when we closed it.”
06 December, 2022
Interview with H.E. Tom Alweendo, Minister of Mines and Energy, Namibia
“Since last year we have been promoting the production of green hydrogen.”
05 December, 2022
We want to make sure investors know that Jordan is ready for business
Interview with H.E. Dr. Wissam Rabadi, Minister of Planning and International Cooperation, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
20 August, 2020
The Ghanaian economy will still see growth in 2020, despite Covid-19
Interview with Honourable Kojo Oppong Nkrumah, Minister for Information, Ghana
11 August, 2020
Morocco’s relentless focus on development and progression
Minister of Industry, Trade, and Green and Digital Economy, Moulay Hafid Elalamy, explains the open economy’s rapid advances in industrialization, digitization and sustainability
10 August, 2020
The coronavirus has accelerated the need for the necessary reforms
Interview with Mr. Adonis Georgiadis, Minister of Development and Investments of Greece
04 August, 2020
“Greece’s underlying investment story remains intact, in spite of the coronavirus crisis.”
Interview with Georgios Filiopoulos, CEO of Enterprise Greece, the country’s investment and export promotion agency BF: The impact of coronavirus at global level has been like no other i
03 June, 2020
“Greece is a beacon of stability in the region, politically, economically and diplomatically.”
Interview with Konstantinos Karamanlis, Minister of Infrastructure and Transport, Greece
14 March, 2020
Interview with The Hon. Ellsworth Johnson, Minister of Financial Services, Trade and Industry and Immigration, Bahamas
"It is important we show the world we believe in the rule of law and are a country of laws and we believe in and enforce international best practices, including the universal declaration of human righ
10 February, 2020
Interview with Mr. Kevin Turnquest, Deputy Prime Minister & Minister of Finance, Bahamas
"The Bahamas continues to be open for business and a stable country with a stable government, both in terms of investment and economically. We are innovative and flexible, meaning that individuals int
10 February, 2020
Interview with Mr. Dionisio D’Aguilar, Minister of Tourism, Bahamas
"Two out of three Bahamians are employed in the tourism sector and it is 50 percent of our GDP. It is our oil, it drives our economy."
10 February, 2020
Interview with Hon. Harry Theoharis, Minister of Tourism, Greece
"It is very fortunate that all the reform efforts of this government, even if it has only been five months, have been well-received by the investor community. All of the investors are goading us into
03 February, 2020
