The formerly Soviet country now possesses a largely energy-based economy due to sizable oil reserves and natural gas sources. The local currency is the Manat and the main languages are Azeri and Russian. Businesses are attracted by strategic potential as a gateway between Europe, the Middle East and Asia. Mauve uses an expert local partner in Azerbaijan and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
A small country with a strong financial sector and a skilled local workforce, Bahrain has been a beneficiary of the regional boom driven by demand for oil. Petroleum production is the country’s biggest export. It is categorised as the freest economy in the Middle East and North African region, and 10th freest in the world. Mauve has its own local entity in Bahrain and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Bangladesh is a relatively young country, having declared independence from Pakistan in 1971. Now, with the second-largest economy in South Asia, Bangladesh is an emerging market, centred around the capital of Dhaka. In recent years, it has focused on improving health and education levels across the country. Bengali is the main language, though dozens of languages are spoken in the country.
Served by the capital of Phnom Penh, Cambodia has overcome a tumultuous history to achieve relative stability. Following the collapse of the Khmer Rouge in the 1970s, Cambodia's economy is now driven by garment manufacturing and an expanding tourism sector. The country aims to attract foreign investment by leveraging its offshore oil and gas reserves.
China is the largest global manufacturer and exporter of goods in the world. With one of the world’s largest populations, the second largest economy by GDP, and fastest growing consumer market in the world, China is a global giant. This makes it an attractive business prospect for companies with no existing local presence. Mauve utilises a trusted local partner in China and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Hong Kong was a British colony until 1997, when it became an autonomous administrative region of the People’s Republic of China. Now, it is a global financial centre, and an extremely attractive business proposition due to its proximity to mainland China and East Asia. Hong Kong’s economy is characterised by free trade, low taxation, and minimal government intervention. It is the world’s eighth largest trading economy. Strong foreign direct investment and the abundant labour force from neighbouring countries make Hong Kong an attractive prospect.
India is an ancient civilisation, home to a hugely diverse patchwork of religions and cultures within its 29 states and 7 union territories. India is a member of a group of rising economies known as the BRIC countries, and has a fast-developing economy with an average growth rate of 7% over the last two decades. Mauve has its own local entity in India and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Indonesia is a newly-industrialised economy within the G20 group. The central government owns 141 enterprises and manages prices of certain goods dependent on supply and demand, though 80% of the economy is made up of private enterprises. It is the world’s largest island country with 13,000 islands, including Bali, Lombok, Java and Sumatra. Indonesia also shares parts of Borneo with neighbouring Malaysia. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Indonesia and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Israel is the world’s largest Jewish-majority state, with 74.8% of citizens identifying as such. The financial centre is Tel Aviv, though Jerusalem is recognised as the capital city. Technology is a booming sector due to a highly educated population, encouragement of pioneering ideas and strong support from its venture capital industry. Considered the Holy Land by religions including Christianity, Judaism, Islam and Baha’i, Israel houses many important archaeological sites and antiquities. Mauve has its own local entity in Israel and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
The “Land of the Rising Sun” is an island nation situated in the Pacific Ocean. Its population has the highest life-expectancy in the world. In exchange for engineering and technology-led products, Japan imports many raw materials due to its mountainous island landscape and thus inadequate natural resources. It is the world’s largest creditor and generally records an annual trade surplus. Mauve has its own local entity in Japan and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Jordan is a sovereign Arab state with few of its own natural resources, but a wealth of ancient historical sites. The most famous site is Petra, thought to have been built in the 5th century. Jordan has strong allied links with the USA, and is one of only two Arab states to have made peace with Israel. Mauve utilises the services of a partner in Jordan and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Kazakhstan is a vast country the size of western Europe. With abundant mineral resources and significant economic potential, Kazakhstan has experienced rapid economic growth in recent years, fuelled by major investments in the oil sector. The capital city is Astana, and the official languages are Kazakh and Russian.
Kuwait is a small oil-rich country set at the top of the Gulf. Like most other Gulf states, the official language is Arabic. With Kuwait City serving as the capital, Kuwait’s huge oil reserves have led it to become one of the world's wealthiest nations per capita. Steel manufacturing is the second largest industry in the country.
A small but diverse nation, Lebanon has been a refuge for victims of conflict for centuries. Lebanon is a gateway to the Middle East despite being located in the midst of regional conflict. The Lebanese economy is service-based, with banking and tourism key growth sectors. Mauve utilises the services of a partner in Lebanon and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Malaysia is home to some of the most diverse wildlife in the world as a result of its rainforest-covered landscape and large marine territories encompassing part of the Coral Triangle. Its capital, Kuala Lumpur, is also a robust financial centre. The country’s economic focus is moving away from mining and natural resources on to manufacturing, although export of palm oil remains a big industry. Mauve has its own local entity in Malaysia and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
After years of military dictatorship, Myanmar elected a civilian government in 2010 by giving the majority of votes to the party of former political prisoner Aung San Su Kyi in 2015. Since then, the country has been open to development and tourism. Its capital is Naypyidaw and the largest city is Rangoon. Myanmar is rich in jade and gemstones, oil, natural gas and other mineral resources. Mauve uses the services of a local expert partner in Myanmar and is ready to meet your needs through our wide range of services.
The birthplace of the founder of Buddhism, Nepal has a multi-ethnic population. The predominant religion is Hinduism. Closed to outsiders until the 1950s, Nepal is home to the Himalayas and the highest elevations in the world, including Mount Everest which stands at 8848 metres. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Nepal and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Situated at the mouth of the Gulf, Oman is bordered by the Arabian Sea, Yemen, the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Oman’s economy differs from its neighbours in that industry is largely based on tourism and natural/agricultural products rather than solely oil. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Oman and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Pakistan was created in 1947 as an independent nation for South Asian Muslims. It is considered a developing economy and has the tenth largest labour market in the world. As a Muslim-majority country, most of the country’s economy is based around Sharia-compliant practices. Mauve has its own local entity in Pakistan and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
An equatorial island country situated in the Pacific Ring of Fire, the Philippines is prone to earthquakes and typhoons but also benefits from plentiful natural resources. It encompasses more than 7000 islands and a diverse ecosystem, making it popular with tourists. It has close ties to the US and Spain. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in the Philippines and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
A country with the highest per capita income in the world, Qatar was one of the world’s poorest countries until oil and gas were discovered. Petrol and liquefied natural gas make up 85% of export income and 70% of government earnings; gas reserves are the 3rd largest in the world and cover an area of 250 trillion cubic feet. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Qatar and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
The second-largest Arab country after Algeria, Saudi Arabia is dependent on its large reserves of oil. 25% of the world’s oil reserves are found under the Saudi deserts which cover most its terrain. It is the birthplace of Islam and home to Mecca, Islam’s holiest city and the birthplace of the prophet Muhammad. Over 6 million Muslims take a pilgrimage to Mecca every year. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Saudi Arabia and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
A former British colonial trading post, Singapore is a sovereign city state in South East Asia. It is considered a global financial centre, and is ranked the most pro-business economy in the world. Singapore has very few natural resources, including limited water. Revenue to import these is generated from its status as a wealth management centre and export of services, electronics and chemicals. Mauve has its own local entity in Singapore and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Following the Korean War, South Korea’s government incentivised the growth of family-run industrial enterprises, sparking global household name companies like Hyundai and Samsung. The country is now famed across the western world for its spearheading of technological advancement, smart cities like Seoul, the phenomenon of K-Pop and its unique cuisine. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in South Korea and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Sri Lanka is a tropical island situated off the coast of southern India. The country’s main economic sectors include tourism, tea, textiles, rice, and other agricultural products. Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte is the legislative capital, though Colombo acts as the executive and judicial capital. Widely spoken languages include Sinhala, Tamil, and English.
Taiwan, one of the world’s leading producers of computer technology, is considered one of the Four Asian Tigers because of its strong economy. Computer makers Acer and Asus are based in Taiwan, as are phone maker HTC and electronics giant Foxconn, which manufactures products for Apple and Microsoft. Taiwan is diplomatically isolated as a result of its tense relationship with China, but the United States is a close ally. Mauve has its own local entity in Taiwan and is ready to meet your needs through our wide range of services.
Thailand’s political landscape has swung between military junta rule and parliamentary democracy since 1947. It has one of the largest economies in Southeast Asia. Thailand is an extremely popular destination for tourists, who are attracted by the hundreds of islands in the Gulf of Thailand and Andaman Sea, as well as the ease of travel between Thailand and its neighbouring countries of Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. Mauve has its own local entity in Thailand and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Turkey straddles two continents, with the majority share in Western Asia and a smaller area in Southeast Europe. Its capital is Ankara but the largest city is Istanbul. Established Turkey as a secular republic in the 1920s, Turkey began talks to enter the EU in 2005 but progress has been slow. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Turkey and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
The UAE is made up of seven constituent emirates: Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Dubai, Ajman, Fujairah, Ras al-Khaimah and Um Al-Quwain, all of which are ruled by their own monarch but join together to form the Federal Supreme Council. The UAE is conservative in many ways, but is one of the most liberal locations in the Arab world in terms of tolerance of other cultures and beliefs. It also has a Western-friendly economy and welcomes foreign direct investment. Mauve has its own local entity in the UAE and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
Located in Central Asia, Uzbekistan is a landlocked country with a rich history. The country is a significant cotton exporter, and has become the largest electricity producer in Central Asia. Uzbekistan has a diverse cultural heritage due to its strategic location surrounded by five countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Afghanistan, and Turkmenistan. The official language is Uzbek, but Russian is also widespread, as citizens with Russian heritage make up around 5% of the country’s population. Uzbekistan is also a large producer of gold and has substantial deposits of silver, strategic minerals, gas, and oil.
Following lengthy conflict in the 20th century, Vietnam is now one of the fastest developing economies in Southeast Asia. A leading agricultural exporter and popular tourist hotspot, it is also an attractive destination for foreign investment in the region. Mauve uses the services of an expert local partner in Vietnam and is ready to assist with your requirements through our extensive range of in-country services.
