School forum explores Asia outlook

London Business School's eagerly-anticipated Asia Business Forum welcomed some of the continent's leading business figures to the capital.

The flagship event of the Asia Club of London Business School, the forum examined the growth, challenges and business opportunities in Asia following the global economic crisis.

High-profile speakers from 10 different countries offered their expertise on the region's outlook, with the event focusing on the abundance of emerging opportunities in Asia.

The forum comprised four panel topics for discussion - Asia economic outlook, luxury goods in Asia, private equity in Asia and corporate innovation in Asia.

Andrew Likierman opened the event with a welcome address. He stressed the importance of Asia Business Forum as a platform for delegates from governments, businesses and media to discuss and debate latest economic and business development in Asia.

The meeting was attended by an audience of 150 business professionals from 30 different countries.