MEED Abu Dhabi 2011

Day One Day Two Masterclass

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Speakers

H.E Mohammed Omar Abdullah
Undersecretary
Department of Economic Development

Testimonials

“Very well thought through and organised”
Sanjay Tripathi, Marketing and Communications Manager, ADBIC

“Good event!”
Mohd N. Mansoori, Vice President, Union National Bank

“Enlightening and an eye-opening opportunity on major activities planned for Abu Dhabi”

Toufiq Allaf, Technical Advisor, Abu Dhabi Water & Electricty Authority (ADWEA)

“Very strong and useful conference!”
Majeda Al Kait, Chief Budget Analyst, Department of Finance, Abu Dhabi

“A very informative conference with senior representatives from many industries. A very well presented and chaired event, rich in information”
Joe Bellhouse, Partner, Wedlake Bell

“You personally meet the key Abu Dhabi decision-makers. It also provides cutting edge updates from well informed speakers”
Samerik Ruttmann, Regional Vice President, Dusit Hotels & Resorts

“Just marvellous!”
Taryam Khouri, Vice Deputy of Media Section, Ministry of Presidential Affairs

“Valuable information obtained at Abu Dhabi conference.
Good speakers and informative presentations”
Kevin Rickatson, Business Development Manager, Gulf Leighton

ProgrammeSessionList

Programme

Pre-Conference Summit

Monday, 14th November 2011

PRACTICAL GUIDE TO DOING BUSINESS IN ABU DHABI: REGULATORY UPDATES, SUPPORT SYSTEMS AND COMPLIANCE STRATEGIES
09:00	Chairman’s opening remarks Edmund O’Sullivan, Chairman, MEED Events

09:15	Accomplishments in developing a sound IT security and cyber emergency preparedness framework Overview on the key IT initiatives to preserve the Abu Dhabi’s achievements and protect your investment Pipeline projects and investments H.E. Mohammed Nasser al Ghanim, Director General, Telecommunications Regulatory Authority

09:45	Economic structure and performance of Abu Dhabi, a statistical perspective Peter Crossman, Assistant Director General for Technical Affairs, Statistics Center – Abu Dhabi

10:30	Morning refreshments

11:00	Abu Dhabi legislative road map project to review and update the economic legislations and laws to boost investors' confidence The rationales, objectives, and implementation process. The legislative updates recommended regarding both local and federal legislations. The action plan and the current pipeline legislative reforms

11:45	Abu Dhabi’s new building codes to ensure sustainability and construction quality Vision and objectives for adopting the international building and construction codes and standards Insights on the quality of construction materials and building practices required under this new framework to achieve safety and security Other new requirements and areas for improvement necessary for contractors

12:30	Lunch and networking

13:43	PANEL: Implementing best practice standards and support systems to ensure investment-friendly business environment Reviewing the support system and standards and tracking the progress made in ensuring that the framework is globally competitive Export laws and customs administration services to promote commercial business Modernisation of government services through Information Technology Pipeline initiatives in 2012 and beyond Panelists Fause Ershied, Deputy Director General, Abu Dhabi Center for Corporate Governance (ADCCG) Tania Fabiani, Head of Anti-Fraud Programme, Abu Dhabi Accountability Authority (ADAA)

14:45	Afternoon refreshment

15:15	ROUNDTABLE SESSION: Gaining legal and regulatory compliance in the Emirate Gain insights into doing business in the Emirate from this dedicated session focussed on corporate governance and compliance strategies under the Emirate’s regulatory and legal landscape.

16:15	Chairman’s summary and end of Summit

18:00