The political uprisings in Egypt and Tunisia have catalysed a phenomenal change in the political dynamics in Middle East & North Africa (MENA). As growing sentiments for political change sweep across countries such as Libya, Tunisia, Lebanon and Bahrain, what are the economic realities and implications of these developments for businesses? How will the current political upheaval affect the short and long term market outlook for the region and the greater global economy?
SBF’s Middle East Business Group (MEBG) is pleased to present this update seminar where invited business and thought leaders will give an update on the current economic and political situation in MENA. The seminar will relate the political impact on businesses and address key questions that businesses may have with respect to this market: Is economic growth going to slow down in MENA? What is the impact of the long term growth opportunities in this region? Are there any identifiable new opportunities in these times of turbulence? Key speakers and business leaders will discuss the challenges and implications related to the operating business environment in the region and give an assessment of the viability of doing businesses amid these concerns.
Who should attend?
Businesses with presence in MENA or those with interest in the region are welcome to attend the seminar and network with the business and thought leaders present.
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Details |
| 2.00pm |
Registration
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| 2.30pm |
Opening Remark by Mr Shabbir Hassanbhai, Vice Chairman of Middle East Business Group (MEBG) and Council Member of Singapore Business Federation
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| 2.35pm |
Panel Discussion: An Analysis of the Current Economic Environment and Financial Outlook in the MENA Region by Financial Institutions and Professional Services companies operating in the Middle East
Moderator:
Mr Shabbir Hassanbhai, Vice Chairman of Middle East Business Group and Council Member of Singapore Business Federation
Panelists :
Mr Eric Reinhart, General Manager of Union De Banques Arabes Et Francaises (UABF)
Mr. Eun - Young Kim, Executive Vice President & Area Executive of Arab Bank
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| 3.05pm |
Panel Discussion: Perspectives of Singaporean Businesses Operating in the MENA Region – Overcoming Key Challenges and Managing Volatility in the Business Environment
Moderator:
Mr Shabbir Hassanbhai, Vice Chairman of Middle East Business Group and Council Member of Singapore Business Federation
Panelists :
Mr. Goh Teik Poh, President (South Asia) of NOL Group
Mr. Larry Lam, Chairman and Managing Director of Portek Int’l
Mr. Tan Cheng Guan, Executive Vice President (Group Business & Strategic Development of Sembcorp Industries Ltd)
Mr Lim Ban Hoe, Group Director (International Operations - Middle East and Africa) International Enterprise Singapore
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| 3.35pm |
Tea Break
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| 3.50pm |
Presentation: Mitigating Risks and Managing Volatility in Middle East & North Africa by Nick Allan, Regional Director (Asia Pacific) of Control Risks
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| 4.20pm |
Question and Answer Session |
| 5.00pm |
End
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