The transport sector will remain a vital aspect of Peru’s economic success, and reducing the current infrastructure deficit is key to sustaining recent positive growth trends. In light of the 2017 flooding crisis, the Ministry of Transport and Communications is now urgently prioritising investment in transport infrastructure so as to restore the minimum conditions for the private sector to...
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Over the last two decades Peru has been one of the fastest-growing economies in the region. Remarkably resilient to global headwinds, positive GDP growth has continued despite the end of the commodities boom. Yet the growth rate has slowed and the initial impetus of a first wave of structural reforms has faded. The question now is whether the current administration can address problems, implement further reforms and re-accelerate the economy.
Interviews & Viewpoints | Awaidha Murshed Al Marar, Chairman, Department of Municipal Affairs and Transport (DMAT): Interview from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2017
In what ways will the Department of Transport and the Department of Municipal Affairs merger create efficiencies going forward?
Articles & Analysis | Abu Dhabi prioritises expanded aviation capacity from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2017
Securing a sustainable aviation sector is one of the principal aims of the Abu Dhabi Plan and the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 long-term development strategy. This inclusion in such a holistic, integrated plan demonstrates the leadership’s understanding that aviation can hold the key to growth in a series of other interconnected industries...
Articles & Analysis | Abu Dhabi's growing population requires new public transport systems from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2017
Abu Dhabi City is today undergoing a dramatic change and expansion, yet this is just the most recent stage of a process that has been under way for many years. Over the last few decades the UAE’s capital has been transformed from a small collection of government buildings, harbour facilities, houses, markets and mosques into a major city. The...
Interviews & Viewpoints | Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Infrastructure Development; and Chairman, Federal Transport Authority: Interview from The Report: Abu Dhabi 2017
What are the biggest priorities for infrastructure development and integration going forward?