How can Sri Lanka reverse the trend of sluggish consumption in the short to medium term?
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Interviews & Viewpoints | Carl Cruz, Chairman, Unilever Sri Lanka: Interview from The Report: Sri Lanka 2019
Chapter | Industry & Retail from The Report: Sri Lanka 2019
Industrial exports have long played a crucial role in Sri Lanka’s economic output, even during periods of civil strife and macroeconomic instability. Over the years, an emphasis on export orientation has led to greater productivity and employment generation. However, a new wave of instability – characterised by political uncertainty, currency depreciation and rising interest rates – affected...
Sri Lanka’s progress with free trade agreements, finance reforms, and growth strategies for manufacturing and ICT should encourage increased foreign direct investment. Sri Lanka was named the top travel destination for 2019, and the government’s 2025 development strategy aims to increase public-private partnerships, nurture innovation and increase investment in special economic zones.
Articles & Analysis | Players adjust to retail trends while adding to Abu Dhabi's mall supply from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2019
With a strong pipeline of retail space under construction, including major regional destination malls and shopping developments to serve untapped communities, Abu Dhabi’s consumers can look forward to new experiences, fresh brands and greater choice. Existing operators are re-thinking mall management to give more prominence to food and...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Tariq Ahmed Saeed Al Wahedi, CEO, Agthia Group: Interview from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2019
How is the food and beverage (F&B) market coping with the current economic climate, and what are the major factors driving demand?
With a strong pipeline of retail space under construction, including major regional destination malls and shopping developments to serve untapped communities, Abu Dhabi’s consumers can look forward to new experiences, fresh brands and greater choice. Existing operators are re-thinking mall management to give more prominence to food and beverage outlets, such as fine dining and the latest fast-...