We are here ending another year and going into the second decade of the 21st century. The world still faces uncertainty in terms of economic stability, political leadership and social wellbeing. We are in a position where terrorist threats are ever present, our leaders in the leading industrial nations are reluctant to make tough decisions and people are increasingly looking for security in their jobs and providing for their families. We've also had an unprecedented year of climate change effects and natural disasters. Right now Europe is in the grip of a winter like no other and is losing billions due to transport chaos. It took me personally two days to get from London to Munich and then a further - almost- twenty fours to get from London to South Carolina.

So what are we to do? No matter where you or what tough times you are having, there is always someone who is in a needier or desperate position. Someone somewhere is struggling and during this time of the year you may be faced with situations where someone could do with a helping hand, a lift by car getting them closer to their destination, money to help someone buy some food, contributing to keep a family housed. It is during our toughest times that we can extend our hands and help our fellow man. Helping in our community or half-way across the world, is help, and if we band together it is one step closer to creating a better and prosperous world.

On this note I would like to wish all my colleagues, friends, family, clients and strangers who I have briefly touched or been touched by a very Merry Christmas, seasons greetings and a prosperous New Year.

Shah Alam