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Africa/Middle East
Beirut's first street atlas creates order out of chaos, Nairobi gets an airport "bush hotel" and Lagos motorists get some hi-tech help to avoid traffic.
Heady days
Specialist scents by small artisanal producers are making a big splash with retailers and consumers. Monocle visits a Milan trade fair to discover the growing niche market for unique fragrances.
Toast of the town
In Singapore, a battle is taking place to dominate the toast-and-spread market. With the formula proving popular at home, it’s big business for leading brands with eyes on the rest of Asia.
Brand aid
While their politicians dither, Palestinians are developing a vibrant economy and creating a brand for their yet-to-be-created nation. Monocle meets the new generation of optimists.
Family jewel
While still a schoolgirl, Caroline Gruosi-Scheufele was representing her family firm Chopard and visiting clients including Imelda Marcos. With her brother and her parents actively involved, business is full of kindred spirits.
All in a day’s work
The nine-to-five is a routine we love to hate, but we're secretly rather attached to our offices. And it’s not always for work-related reasons. We explore why the office endures.
Road to recovery
Big-name French pharma was conspicuously absent at this year’s annual Pharmagora fair. But far from fading into obscurity, the Paris show has been looking to Francophone African markets and the lucrative bio-organic sector.
Business
The regions, sectors, markets and companies to watch, including Australian wool, Venezuelan rum and Palestinian tech entrepreneurs.
Looks count
Innocean, a global advertising agency, understands the importance of a well-designed HQ to impress clients and motivate staff. Monocle takes a look at its recent facelift, which combines Korean tradition and mid-century furniture.
Atlantic wings
From running mercy flights for volcano survivors in the 1950s to transporting today’s Portuguese football stars, the Azores’ airline SATA has soared above its island birthplace.
