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Recent coverage across national and international media — on diplomacy, precious metals, cross-border investment and leadership.

Vinod V. Sharma, Indian Diplomat and Global Business Leader, Releases "Start Before You're Ready"

Entrepreneur, investor and Honorary Consul of Malawi in Chennai, Vinod V Sharma, has launched his latest book — a practical guide designed to help aspiring entrepreneurs, professionals and changemakers overcome fear and take decisive action. Drawing on more than two decades across international business, diplomacy and entrepreneurship, the book argues that meaningful progress begins when individuals choose to act before they feel completely prepared.

Nexrise Global Dubai Progressing With Significant Plans for a Major Gold Refinery in East Africa

Dubai-based Nexrise Global is establishing a large-scale gold refinery in East Africa to strengthen responsible gold refining, boost local value addition, create jobs, and connect African producers directly with global bullion markets via Dubai. Led by Vinod V. Sharma, the project aims to enhance transparency, compliance and long-term industrial growth across Africa.

The Future of Precious Metals: Vinod V Sharma on Ethical Sourcing at Nexrise Global

Success in precious metals is no longer measured solely by trading volumes. Nexrise Global Trading FZCO, Dubai, works only with licensed suppliers under strict KYC, AML and responsible-sourcing protocols — connecting African gold producers with reputable refiners and institutional buyers, while supporting local beneficiation and skills development.

Strategic Investments With Vinod V Sharma: Bridging India, Dubai and Emerging Africa

A look at the cross-border investment platform linking Indian enterprise, Dubai’s financial infrastructure and Africa’s emerging resource and agribusiness markets — built on long-horizon capital, regulatory discipline and government-level partnerships.

Vinod V Sharma, Indian Diplomat and Global Business Leader, Releases a New Book on Leadership and Entrepreneurship

Coverage of the release of “Start Before You’re Ready” — a book on mindset, strategy and leadership drawn from Vinod V Sharma’s career spanning international business, diplomacy and entrepreneurship across India, Dubai and Africa.