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Houlin Zhao is the Secretary General of the International Telecommunications Union (ITU), a UN agency specialized in information and telecommunication technologies. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the global ICT penetration, the importance of ICT to economic development, and the role ICT plays in meeting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals.

Anusha Rahman Khan is Pakistan’s Minister of State for Information Technology & Telecom. She spoke with The Prospect Group about the steps Pakistan is taking to spread connectivity across the country, the new telecom policy framework, and the scope of software development and exports coming out of Pakistan.

Chris Mattheisen is the CEO of Magyar Telekom, the largest telecommunications company in Hungary. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Magyar Telekom’s network buildout, telecom competition in Hungary, and what the company is doing to grow ARPU.

Fadi Chehadé is the President and CEO of ICANN, the Internet Corporation for Assigned Names and Numbers. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the economic impact of the digital sector, Internet governance, and finding the balance between security, innovation, and privacy online.

Fátima Barros is the Chair of the Board of Directors of ANACOM (Autoridade Nacional de Comunicações), the national regulatory authority for communications in Portugal. She is also the 2015 Chair of BEREC, the Body of European Regulators of Electronic Communications. She spoke with The Prospect Group about the telecom landscape in Portugal, getting ready for the Internet of Things, and infrastructure investment.

Abdul Razaq Vahidi is the Minister of Communication and Information Technology of Afghanistan. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the current state of the ICT sector in Afghanistan, the government’s top three policy priorities, and roll out of the open access policy the government hopes will attract foreign investors.

Hamad Buamim is the President & CEO of the Dubai Chamber. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the growing Dubai-Africa trade relationship, Dubai Chamber’s Africa focused initiatives, and the African Global Business Forum.

Ali Abbasov in the Minister of Communications and High Technology of Azerbaijan. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the government’s efforts to make Azerbaijan into a regional ICT hub, ICT infrastructure development, and the push toward a fully digitized economic environment.

Abu Dhabi has long been a thriving business hub with a large concentration of private and institutional wealth. With such a rich financial heritage, the establishment of an international financial center is the logical next step for the Emirate. Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) is a broad based international financial center for local, regional, and international institutions.

Hamad Buamim is the President & CEO of the Dubai Chamber. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the key themes of the 2015 Global Islamic Economy Summit (GIES), areas within the Islamic economy where Dubai is playing a leadership role, and Dubai’s position relative to other global Islamic economy hubs.

Hamad Buamim is the President & CEO of the Dubai Chamber. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the importance of innovation, Dubai Chamber’s leadership in advancing the innovation agenda, why it’s time for Dubai to export its service model.

Lia Francisco is the Founder & CEO of CreditBPO, which leverages information technology to improve the visibility, operational efficiency, and credit worthiness of SMEs in the Philippines. She spoke with The Prospect Group about the vision behind CreditBPO and its SME Credit Rating Report, access to credit and bank loans for small businesses, and what is being done to bridge the financing gap for SMEs.

H.E. Mohamed Helal Al Muhairi is the Director General of the Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce & Industry (ADCCI). He spoke with The Prospect Group about the role of the private sector in Abu Dhabi, ADCCI’s efforts and initiatives, and the economic outlook for Abu Dhabi.

Alfredo M. Yao is the President of the Philippine Chamber of Commerce & Industry (PCCI), the voice of business in the Philippines. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the upcoming economic integration of ASEAN countries, the Philippines growth story, and potential for the future.

Saed Al Awadi is the CEO of Dubai Exports, the export promotion agency of the Department of Economic Development (DED) in Dubai, tasked with increasing the volume and value of Dubai’s trade and exports. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Dubai Exports’ impact on trade and export volume, the burgeoning global halal economy, and the need to adapt a mentality of innovation.

Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad is a politician, businessman, and was Malaysia’s longest serving Prime Minister. He currently chairs Malaysian car manufacturer Proton. He spoke with The Prospect Group about hot-button economic issues: ASEAN trade, the future of Proton, and 1MDB.

Ahmed Bin Sulayem is the Executive Chairman of Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), a government entity established to enhance commodity trade flows through Dubai and the largest and fastest growing free zone in the UAE. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the DMCC, the expansion of Jumeirah Lakes Towers (JLT), and what makes Dubai competitive as a global commodities hub.

Thailand has taken systemic measures to improve broadcasting and telecommunications infrastructure. The ongoing move to digital television is expected to have a $3bn economic impact. Mobile data consumption is growing and the transition to 4G presents new opportunities for operators, services providers, and the technology industry.

Dr. Tabassum Khan is the Managing Director of AJ Pharma Holding, an initiative of the Aljomaih Group of Saudi Arabia established to focus on investments in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors in Malaysia and the surrounding region. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the economic and social benefits of being vaccination independent, what halal vaccination really means, and where he sees the industry headed in the future.

Dato' Dr. Mohd Nazlee Kamal is the CEO of the Malaysian Biotechnology Corporation (BiotechCorp), an organization tasked with driving the country’s biotech industry. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Malaysia’s biotech industry, opportunities and initiatives in the Halal and Islamic economy, and replicating Malaysia’s bio-economy model elsewhere.

H.E. Hamad Buamim is the President & CEO of the Dubai Chamber. He spoke with The Prospect Group about why Dubai remains an advantageous place for business, the importance of staying competitive with other global centers, and striving for excellence in execution.

Tuna Musa Hitam is a politician, businessman, and former Deputy Prime Minister of Malaysia. He currently chairs the World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF). He spoke with The Prospect Group about the 10th annual WIEF that took place in Dubai, innovation in Islamic finance and business, and what Malaysia has to offer.

Tun Dr. Mahathir Mohamad is a politician, businessman, and was Malaysia’s longest serving Prime Minister. He spoke with The Prospect Group about economic growth and development in Malaysia, the education system, and his future outlook for the country.

Dato’ Dr. Abdul Halim bin Ismail is a Member of the Shariah Advisory Council of the Securities Commission of Malaysia and the recipient of the 2014 Royal Award for Islamic Finance. He spoke with The Prospect Group about measuring progress and success in Islamic finance, how Shariah advisory councils function, and the need to develop the third sector of the economy.

Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank, part of the Hong Leong Financial Group. She spoke with The Prospect Group about bringing the concept and principles of Islamic banking to a mainstream global audience.

Ebrahim Patel is the Chairman of the WIEF Young Leaders Network, a global platform connecting young leaders from across the world. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the WIEF Young Leaders Network and the 10th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF).

Y.B. Dato' Sri Mustapa Bin Mohamed is Malaysia’s Minister of International Trade & Industry (MITI). He spoke with The Prospect Group about promoting investment in Malaysia, supporting the Islamic economy, and reaching the country’s 2020 goals.

FGB is the leading bank in the UAE by net profits. The Prospect Group spoke with FGB’s André Sayegh (CEO), Hana Al Rostamani (Head of Consumer Banking), and Simon Penney (Senior Executive Vice President & Head of Wholesale Banking) about FGB’s strategic direction, the UAE’s transformation into a financial hub, and capitalizing on changing global trade flows.

Muzaffar Hisham is the CEO of Maybank Islamic Bank, the third largest Islamic bank in the world. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Maybank’s role in Islamic financial services, his outlook for Islamic financial services globally, and how the Islamic financial model in alleviating shocks.

Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank, part of the Hong Leong Financial Group. She spoke with The Prospect Group about Hong Leong Islamic Bank’s activities in Malaysia, the state of Malaysia's financial system, and her outlook for sukuk issuance.

Adnan Chilwan is the CEO of Dubai Islamic Bank (DIB), the largest Islamic bank in the UAE by assets. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Dubai’s ambition to become the global capital of Islamic economy, the importance of innovation in achieving that ambition, and how DIB is keeping one step ahead.

Muzaffar Hisham is the CEO of Maybank Islamic Bank. He spoke with The Prospect Group about his outlook for Islamic financial services globally, the theme of the 10th annual WIEF, and the most important topics he thinks should be addressed at the 10th WIEF in Dubai.

Raja Teh Maimunah is the CEO of Hong Leong Islamic Bank and an Advisor for Islamic banking and finance to the WIEF Foundation. She spoke with The Prospect Group about her role with the WIEF Foundation, how Islamic finance is a catalyst for economic growth, and her outlook for the Islamic banking and financial service sector.

H.E. Hamad Buamim is the President & CEO of the Dubai Chamber. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the economic relationship between Dubai and Africa, what the Dubai Chamber is doing to facilitate trade and investment, and overcoming barriers to entry.

The Yemen LNG project has made a tremendous impact on the economy of Yemen since it came online in 2005. Having cost approximately $5bn, Yemen’s largest ever industrial project and first liquefaction facility currently produces 6.7m metric tons of LNG annually and accounts for nearly 25% of the country’s GDP.

The Thai MICE industry has grown substantially under the charge of the Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB). In 2014 alone, Thailand expects to receive one million MICE visitors and to generate industry revenue of $3.2bn. With a strategic vision for further development of the MICE industry, Thailand aims to cement its place as the preferred MICE destination in Asia.

Tony Douglas is the CEO of Abu Dhabi Airports. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the construction of the Midfield Terminal Complex (MTC) at Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH), project timelines, and meeting capacity demand at the airport during the construction phase.

H.E. Ali Al Mansoori is the Chairman of Abu Dhabi Airports. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the growth of the aviation industry in Abu Dhabi, the new Midfield Terminal Complex, and global ambitions.

Masdar City is a low-carbon, mixed-use development located in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The Prospect Group spoke with Masdar City’s Director, Anthony Mallows, and Head of Business Development, Amier Alawadhi, about the evolution of the Masdar concept, attracting investment, and maintaining the balance between environmental, economic, and social sustainability.

Senaat has been instrumental in developing large scale industrial projects in Abu Dhabi and has invested over $4.4bn in non-oil sector projects since 2004. With the continued growth of its subsidiaries, including Emirates Steel, Senaat is looking for further industrial investment opportunities with a focus on downstream aluminum industries.

Statistics Centre Abu Dhabi (SCAD) is the official source of statistical data in Abu Dhabi Emirate. The Prospect Group spoke with SCAD's Khaled Al Hashmi (Executive Director - Strategy & Excellence Sector), Walter Frederick Robb (Assistant Director – Population & Social Statistics), and Shamma Al Romaithi (Statistician - Economic Statistics) about SCAD's efforts to improve the statistics system in Abu Dhabi.

Mohamed H Al Qemzi is the CEO of the Higher Corporation for Specialized Economic Zones (ZonesCorp), the government entity directly responsible for the establishment, management, and operation of specialized economic zones in Abu Dhabi. He spoke with The Prospect Group about ZonesCorp growth and expansion plans, working together with other industrial stakeholders in Abu Dhabi, and the benefits of ZonesCorp’s regulatory structure.

Robert Ball is the CEO of National Ambulance, the leading national provider of emergency pre-hospital care in the United Arab Emirates. He spoke with The Prospect Group about the Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) that National Ambulance launched along with Abu Dhabi Aviation for the ADNOC group of companies.

Mark Thistlethwaite is the CEO of AgustaWestland Aviation Services (AWAS), a joint-venture between AgustaWestland and Abu Dhabi Aviation. He spoke with The Prospect Group about AWAS’ operations, future opportunities, and the helicopter market in the Middle East.

Nader Al Hammadi is the Chairman of Abu Dhabi Aviation, the largest commercial helicopter operator in the Middle East. He spoke with The Prospect Group about Abu Dhabi Aviation’s strategy for domestic market share, planning for growth, and establishing the first helicopter training facility in the Middle East.

Nick Carter is the Director General of the Regulation & Supervision Bureau (RSB), the independent regulatory body for the water, wastewater, and electricity sector of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. He spoke with The Prospect Group about optimizing Abu Dhabi’s fuel mix, plans for nuclear and renewable energy, and making sure future demand is met.

Rashed Al Rashedi is the Deputy Director General of the Regulation & Supervision Bureau (RSB), the independent regulatory body for the water, wastewater, and electricity sector of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. He spoke with The Prospect Group about current and future supply and demand for water, wastewater, and electricity in Abu Dhabi, and RSB’s efforts to lower consumption and promote conservation.

Nick Carter is the Director General of the Regulation & Supervision Bureau (RSB), the independent regulatory body for the water, wastewater, and electricity sector of the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. He spoke with The Prospect Group about RSB’s 2013 highlights, Price Control 5 (PC5), and new water quality regulations.

Dato’ Sri Ahmad Shabery Cheek is the Malaysian Minister of Communication & Multimedia. He spoke with The Prospect Group about ICT’s contribution to the Malaysian economy, the government’s ICT priorities, and where he sees investment opportunities within Malaysia’s ICT sector.