Vamy,
Your pedigree is certainly formidable.
The initial information you post is also very accurate.
I have issues with the conclusions that you draw. I believe you to be wrong on many counts.
When this CEO doesn't have his contract re-newed, or he departs early, I will gladly accept a drink on your tab.
As for 2020/2030, I don't think there is any sane expat rooting against success. It would be lovely to see the country advance to a more sophisticated level. That being said, the resistance to the winds of change are pretty strong. Rather than having unbridled optimism, I hold a more realistic outlook with a strong dose of hopefulness.