In any given listed or private medium to large organisation, a Governance Board is in place to oversee and govern an enterprise according to the geographic and regulatory regimes in place within their respective jurisdiction(s). Nevertheless, as greater scrutiny is being bestowed upon Governance Boards, by definition, the focus on these boards is shifting to an accentuated risk-averse and more compliance-driven regime. As a result, the growth mandate of Governance Boards is often being diluted, potentially even lost, due to…
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Vietnam by Numbers looks at the key economic and sector data pertinent to Vietnam primarily through charts. The same set of charts and tables will be monitored and presented. Any commentary will be limited to the key changes that transpired and will be given the ‘less is best’ treatment. Essentially letting the figures do the talking. The charts and tables are broadly arranged along the categories of global/regional, domestic, and sector related. The publication gives readers a quick snapshot of…
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) and the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) committing to work together to support Asia’s energy transition and mobilise greater private capital for renewable energy. The agreement was signed by AIIB President Jin Liqun and IRENA Director-General, Francesco La Camera, at a virtual ceremony to mark the new partnership. President Jin remarked upon how the Bank and IRENA will work together to accelerate investment and enhance awareness of…
Company overview A Hong Kong based wine importer and exporter. Grand Glory was established in July 2019 and specializes in French wines. It has a service-oriented concept, “Click & Pay, whilst we deliver”. It aims to provide its customers with the most favourable choice, availability and fast checkout and delivery coupled with the most customer friendly and convenient service. What we list on our website is what we have in stock. Free shipping with the purchase of 4 bottles or…
By David H. Brown of Imperial College Business School David Brown is the Director of Executive Education at Imperial College Business School. It is a role that he has held since 2018, helping to pioneer innovative programmes for organisations and individuals around the globe. But David’s journey in education and training began much earlier, as a teenager working for his father’s business in his native Birmingham, England. It was here that he discovered the true value of leadership development. The…
About us: As part of Imperial College London, a global leader in science and technology, we drive global business and social transformation through the fusion of business, technology and an entrepreneurial mindset. We combine innovative thinking and insight with new technology to develop solutions to real world issues, benefiting business and improving society. Our world-leading researchers pioneer practical solutions and their research excellence informs our postgraduate and Executive Education programmes. Our thought leadership is sought by governments, policy-makers and global business leaders, who often partner with us on research projects. We attract…
Contributor: PBEC Member Christophe Bosquillon & of Moon Village Association The current state of the global space economy is valued at a third of USD 1 Trillion. Morgan Stanley estimate that number may reach USD 1.1 Trillion by 2040, which is consistent with US-based United Launch Alliance projections. Nearly half of that number until 2040 is driven by satellite broadband and Earth observation, whose share may further increase with the rise of data-driven business models. But so far, low and…
An employer solution for trade leadership development To succeed in our complex, fast-changing global trade environment, companies need to attract and retain the best leadership talent with 21st-century skill. The Master of Global Trade was developed by employers, for employers, in collaboration with the Hinrich Foundation and RMIT University to help your business grow sustainably. The Master of Global Trade is a blended learning program designed so your rising stars can work full…
The younger generation of the family businesses are more willing to invest in projects that can help crack down on pollution or have a positive impact on society, according to a survey by PwC There is a risk of conflict when family members have different views of what environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) projects to back Family businesses in Hong Kong are increasingly keen to invest in projects that have strong environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG). But they…
: Henley & Partners’ Group Head of Private Clients Surveys the Current World of Investment Migration
In so many ways, the world has been turned upside down and inside out by the Covid-19 pandemic. In the world of investment migration, demand has never been stronger for residence and citizenship alternatives around the world, with even more of the world’s wealthy assembling an assortment of options. Having for many years been located in Singapore, Dominic Volek moved to Dubai in late 2020, where the time zone is ideal to fulfil his current roles as a member of…