Weaker global demand and persistent property weakness challenge China’s post-COVID economic recovery TWC – China’s manufacturing activity unexpectedly contracted in April, as per National Bureau of Statistics data. The official manufacturing purchasing managers’ index (PMI) fell to 49.2, down from 51.9 in March, marking the first contraction since December 2020. This result missed economists’ expectations […]
Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong says Singapore can’t afford to outbid the big boys for investments from multinational corporations TWC – Singapore’s Deputy Prime Minister Lawrence Wong addressed the annual May Day Rally, warning Singapore already feels the impact of tough investment competition. As significant economies mobilize enormous sums of money to build their strategic […]
Ma Yun to Advise on Research and Give Lectures on Management and Entrepreneurship On May 1, the University of Tokyo announced that Jack Ma, the founder of Alibaba Group, has been appointed as a visiting professor at Tokyo College, a recently founded institute affiliated with the University of Tokyo. Ma’s term will end in October, […]
The Western Connect Magazine recently had the opportunity to speak with several regional leaders who contributed to The Western Connect Magazine’s latest issue, which spotlights Mohammed bin Salman, deputy premier, and interior minister. This issue features articles and columns written by close acquaintances, offering insights into the man’s personality, goals, and leadership style driving the […]
Dr. Farouk El-Baz, Director of the Center for Remote Sensing at Boston University, USA, is a space scientist and geologist at NASA who has extensively studied the geology of the Middle East. In an exclusive interview with The Western Connect Magazine, Dr. El-Baz sheds light on the untapped potential of Saudi Arabia’s mineral resources and […]
As the CEO of Orascom Construction, Osama Bishai has been leading one of the world’s largest contractors for over a decade. With a strong presence in the Middle East, Africa, and the United States, Orascom has been involved in numerous infrastructure, industrial, and commercial projects. We had the opportunity to interview Bishai and learn more […]
The Western Connect Magazine had the opportunity to sit down with Omar El Hamamsy, CEO of Orascom Development Egypt (ODE), to discuss the company’s success and plans. Please tell us a bit about Orascom Development Egypt and its mission.Orascom Development Egypt is part of Orascom Development Holding (ODH), a leading developer of fully integrated destinations […]
The ‘Buy Now Pay Later’ (BNPL) financing model has become increasingly popular among consumers worldwide, providing a flexible and convenient way to purchase goods and services. CrediMax and the BENEFIT Company are teaming up to bring this innovative business model to Bahrain. We sat down with Abdulwahed AlJanahi, Chief Executive of BENEFIT Company, and Ahmed […]
The Western Connect Magazine had the privilege of interviewing Kasturi Chellaraja Wilson, the Managing Director of Hemas Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd, Hemas Surgical and Diagnostics Pvt Ltd, and Hemas Logistics and Maritime Cluster. Ms. Wilson shared her success story and how she has stood tall under her grit and firmness. Fiercely passionate, self-inspired, and sharp-thinking, Kasturi […]
Leading YEKA Cosmetics with Innovative Business Planning for Sustainable Success Nandhini Priya, CEO of YEKA Cosmetics, has always had a personal inclination towards self-care and skincare. However, she realized that cosmetics had become synonymous with chemicals, with over 85,000 chemicals in the Industry, many of which are toxic to the Skin. This realization prompted her […]