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INTERPOL VISION FOR THE FUTURE • In an exclusive interview, INTERPOL’s esteemed President, Inspector General of the UAE Dr. Ahmed Naser Al-Raisi, shares his strategic vision for the global policing organization, outlining his commitment to modernisation, transparency, and diversity. As the world grapples with the evolving challenges of transnational crime, Dr. Al-Raisi’s insights offer a strategic and visionary approach to strengthening international law enforcement collaboration. With a wealth of experience in digital transformation and a steadfast dedication to ethical leadership, the President articulates INTERPOL’s role in safeguarding global security through innovative solutions and responsible use of emerging technologies. This in-depth discussion provides a rare glimpse into the organisation’s forward-thinking agenda, poised to address the complexities of the 21st century and beyond.
HUBLOT UNICO MOVEMENT • A SYMPHONY OF INNOVATION AND CRAFTSMANSHIP
THE POWER OF THE CIRCLE OF TRUST • Dubai. A city of leaders. The tallest, the largest, the most luxurious. Yet amidst the gleaming facades and dizzying ambitions, there is a palpable need for something greater and deeper. This was keenly felt by the founder of Vision Club, Alexey Nakazny, when he arrived here in 2021 with the aim of building a community that transcends superficial connections and touches the very essence of what it means to “socialise,” “collaborate,” and “befriend.”
ANDREA BOCELLI Embracing challenges and cherishing gifts • Who knows why geniuses are born? Some scientists claim that the path from natural talent to genius lies through hard work and perseverance. World Arabia magazine was fortunate enough to ask a true star of Italian opera if this was true. In an exclusive interview, world-renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli opens up about his early realisation of his musical gift, the unwavering support from his parents, and how his legal studies shaped his perspective. He shares profound insights into his philosophy of loving what you do and the importance of daily dedication in achieving great results.
THE MARK OF CASSANDRA • While the hopeful gaze upon Dubai, others await its downfall: the levels of engineering and economic marvels evoke envy and suspicion. Can a bubble inflate forever? Isn’t it supposed to end as it did in Chingiz Aitmatov’s novel? Evgeny Kogan, investment banker, professor at the Higher School of Economics, and author of the Telegram channel Bitkogan, provides his insights.
THE ART OF COLLECTING THE LANGUAGE OF JEWELLERY IN ART • The art of collecting is a timeless pursuit driven by passion, historical appreciation, and an enduring desire to preserve and celebrate cultural and artistic heritage. Arina Drobina, Art Ambassador of World Arabia Magazine, dives into the fascinating world of art collecting, from the elites of history to contemporary treasures. Exploring the language of jewellery in art and the depiction of Eastern women, she reveals how the passion for collecting has shaped cultural legacies.
THE ENERGY OF GROWTH • Dubai is a shining star that captivates the world’s attention. This emirate of the UAE has become a promised land for investors and entrepreneurs. Life here is bustling, ambitious projects are born, and the opportunities for self-realisation and capital growth seem boundless. A partner at Driven Properties, Zhibek Kusainova, discusses how the real estate market for ultra-wealthy buyers is scaling up today.
RUSLAN GUDIEV • The philosophy of abstraction in contemporary painting
UNLOCKING THE FUTURE OF ISLAMIC FINANCE • Pioneering the future of Islamic finance, the...