How can Western countries support Sri Lanka as it enters a new stage in its political transition?
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Interviews & Viewpoints | Hugo Swire, Minister of State, UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office: Interview from The Report: Sri Lanka 2016
Interviews & Viewpoints | Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe, on third-generation economic reform: Viewpoint from The Report: Sri Lanka 2016
When we came to power, on the 8th of January 2015, Sri Lanka was caught in a tremendous and dangerous international quagmire. This was the result of a lack of foresight by the previous government. At Sri Lanka’s request, the recommendations made in the UN Human Rights Council had not been implemented and the danger of sanctions was looming...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Ali Majed Al Mansoori, Chairman, Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development (ADDED): Interview from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2016
How do you see the balance of sectors in the economy changing as Abu Dhabi diversifies?
Interviews & Viewpoints | Mahmood Ebraheem Al Mahmood, CEO and Chairman, ADS Holding: Interview from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2016
How does Abu Dhabi’s position between the financial hubs of Europe and Asia affect the allocation of funds, capital and credit across regions?
Interviews & Viewpoints | Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, Group CEO and Managing Director, Mubadala Development Company: Interview from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2016
How is the current era of lower oil prices framing Mubadala’s strategic direction, and how has it impacted investment strategy?
Interviews & Viewpoints | Jim Yong Kim, President, World Bank Group, on inclusive governance in the MENA region: Viewpoint from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2016
In 2015, for the first time, the rate of extreme poverty was projected to fall below 10%. Our research and experience tells us that three things have been critical to reducing poverty and boosting prosperity: inclusive economic growth, investments in people’s health and education, and insuring against risks that can plunge the vulnerable into...