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Ecuador Felipe Espinosa, executive director of the American Chamber of Commerce in Ecuador, recounts the country’s relationship with international free trade and recent developments favorable to the latter. Espinosa highlights the progress made by the national institutions to attract and retain additional economic activity in a country where the cost of…

UK Mike Belton of the British Swiss Chamber of Commerce discusses the capabilities of the organization, its role within the British and Swiss investment ecosystem, and how Switzerland can act as a model for the UK post-Brexit. Can you start by introducing the British Swiss Chamber of Commerce so we can…

Ecuador Roberto Aspiazu, executive director of the Ecuadorian Business Committee and honorary president of the Mexican Chamber of Commerce in Ecuador, comments on the country’s economic outlook and international trade relations with Mexico, the urgent need for Ecuador to shift its growth paradigm towards increased private investment and explains how the…

Poland Witold Włodarczyk, director general of Polmed (Polish chamber for medical devices), discusses the Polish medical device landscape and the policy surrounding the sector, especially the proposed 2016 reimbursement act. Furthermore, he highlights challenges the insured must overcome to promote the sector, the educational campaigns of the chamber, and his pleasant…

Serbia Ana Grujovic, executive director of the Swiss-Serbian Chamber of Commerce (SSCC) who has been overseeing Swiss-Serbian business relations since 2014, explains the successful progression of the Chamber since its establishment, the traits that characterize the Serbian market, and the positive indicators for investors looking to explore operations along the Danube.…

Serbia Martin Knapp, managing director of the German Chamber of Commerce in Serbia, highlights how Serbia can further develop a more investment-friendly environment and the progress that the country has already made in this regard. Mr. Knapp, it is your second tenure as the Director of AHK in Serbia. What makes…

Serbia Sanja Ivanic, director general of the French-Serbian Chamber of Commerce, discusses the advantages of working in Serbia, the opportunities that the country offers, Serbia’s entrance into the EU, the Chamber’s innovative work strategies, and new and exciting projects across the Balkans. Why should foreign companies come to Serbia? “When looking…

Serbia Vera Nikolic-Dimic, executive director of the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in Serbia, pinpoints the key facets of the Serbian economy that have captivated the interests of American businesses, the challenges and opportunities companies operating in the country are currently facing, as well as the Chamber’s fundamental role in promoting…

Brazil Dr. Florentino Cardoso, president of the Brazilian Medical Association, discusses the challenges of navigating Brazil’s healthcare system and reveals his aim to promote the needs of the medical community to ultimately ensure the best patient outcomes. Can you describe your background and introduce yourself to our executive readership? “As for…

Lithuania Rūta Pumputienė, head of the Local American Working Group (LAWG), explains the main dynamics impacting the pharmaceutical sector in general as well as the key role of the LAWG in supporting the better access to innovative treatments. Can you please introduce yourself to our international audience as well as the…

Poland Michael Kern, director general of the German Chamber of Commerce in Poland, discusses the evolving economic and business landscape in Poland and the overall impact of German companies. Furthermore, he highlights the services of the chamber and the steps that must be taken to stimulate the next influx of foreign…

Bulgaria Krassimira Chemishanska, president of AmCham Bulgaria, highlights the opportunities Bulgaria can offer to foreign companies as well as investors and explains the fundamental role of collaboration in the country in order to establish a dynamic and solid industry. As President of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria, could you…