EDITOR’S NOTE

Mr. Muhammad Ijaz

Editor in Cheif

Crisis or Opportunity

"Perceiving the opportunity in crisis requires a larger perspective. It requires observing an ongoing process of development. It is a perspective of seeing the dynamic, ever changing, always evolving quality of life rather than seeing experiences as static events."

LEADERSHIP

Leading the way Forward

- H. E Lars - Gunnar Wigemark

- Rashid Mehr

- Fiza Farhan

Crafting Alliances

H.E Lars-Gunnar Wigemark

"Delegation in Pakistan Awareness about the global business trends and attitudes is pivotal as especially in terms of Europe, Pakistani businessmen should know that we are very much conscious and serious about Quality Assurance."

Quest for Excellence in Certification

Rashid Mehr

"Pakistani companies must digest the fact that Management System Certifications are not a voluntary adoption anymore but a requirement by retailers, governments, NGO's, buyers who drive System Certification needs."

Beyond the Grid: Mission to Energize Lives and Innovate Change

Fiza Farhan

"First understand the nature of the job called "CEO" before taking up the responsibility and the ownership. Any senior executive can shine with pride during good times and hold the company on their shoulders."

WISDOM TALK

Learning Your Hearts Out

"True wisdom lies not only in knowing, but in understanding and applying with compassion."

Pakistan's Economic And Financial Future: Must - Know For Leaders

"The "Future of Pakistan" which draws attention to the views expressed by a particular group of international experts about the future prospects of Pakistan, was heavily influenced by the dynamics of socio-political factors."

The Pursuit Of Global Rule Of Law For Sovereign Debt Restructuring

"With the onslaught of the EU sovereign debt crisis, and similar developments elsewhere in the world, it has become incumbent to develop a global rule of law for sovereign debt restructuring."

Marketing A Country

"The concept of marketing a country has existed in different forms throughout the evolution of the human race. However, it has received enormous attention during the last few decades."

Sales vs. Marketing: A Never Ending Feud

"In corporate world, we do witness conflicts and lack of coordination among various functions. However, the friction between sales and marketing is very serious in nature & if not properly managed or resolved, it may lead to major loss of corporate resources."

Stock Market

"In today's inflationary world if our savings are not earning then they are in danger of losing their value very quickly."

Automotive Sector of Pakistan: Is It Driven Enough?

"WTO changed the global attitude towards business competition and generally opened up markets globally as compared to before. The question is whether this industry has passed on the desired benefits to the populace in Pakistan?"

Why Pakistan?

"Pakistan's strategic location makes it Asia's foremost trade, energy and transport corridor. This tactical advantage alone makes Pakistan a marketplace studded with heavy potential."

Defence Exports Of Pakistan

"Demand of the Pakistan Armed Forces are met by a large network of services, established in the country by public and private manufacturing backed by highly sophisticated Research and Development (R&D) organizations."

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

"Khyber Pakhtunkhwa is one of the most legendary places on earth. KP-BOIT has introduced investment projects in tourism, agriculture, housing, mines & minerals and energy & power."

GSP Plus & Textile Sector Of Pakistan

"APTMA has initiated serious steps to oversee the implementation of 27 conventions between Pakistan and EU in regard of GSP+."

European Union

"In January 1999 euro became the new currency for many European countries. 11 September 2001 became synonymous with the 'War on Terror' after hijacked airliners are flown into buildings in New York and Washington."