The EDB has won worldwide recognition for its continual success in fostering Singapore’s industrial and trading dominance. GBR speaks to the EDB about its activities concerning the energy and chemical industry.
Behn Meyer was established in Singapore in 1840 and has become a dominant force in chemical distribution across ASEAN, constantly adding new facilities and services that strengthen its offering.
“With the formation of Enterprise Singapore, our role is to grow stronger Singapore enterprises. Building on the foundation of the two previous organizations, we now have increased and improved resources to be more effective on both the domestic and international fronts.”
“Rather than seeing the market adoption of sustainable products as a challenge, I view it as a process of educating the entire value chain; a matter of technological proliferation […]”
As the second half of 2024 approaches, Peru stands at a crossroads. According to the latest figures, the Democratic Republic of Congo has surpassed Peru as the second-largest copper producer. Cabinet changes under Boluarte's administration and ongoing corruption cases have taken a toll on investor confidence, and illegal mining remains a pressing issue. However, not everything is lost for the Andean country, and the mining sector presents growth opportunities.