We are growing at over 20 percent in India and China. We see equal growth potential in the two countries. Besides these, Singapore is a very good market. Korea is another major market. Surprisingly, Australia is also a growth market. We are looking at a growth rate of about 15-to-20 percent in the region.

Has the global economic slowdown affected the company?

Mr Lucier: There was definitely some impact because of the crisis in the western countries last year. However, we don't see much impact this year. Our business is more resilient and protective than other industries.

Are you looking at acquisitions for growth?

Mr Lucier: We did acquired a France-based animal healthcare diagnostic company in the first week of March.