The GCC Economy is facing many challenges, especially in view of the pressures of globalization and the impact of the latest world financial crises on GCC economy and its future. In order to achieve stable economic environments, regional economies need to streamline and optimize their existing business and economic relationships. It is true that the rising price of oil has made these countries financially stronger, but it might not always be the case, the price of oil may fall and it added another magnitude to the economic and business challenges they face.

The 5th GCC Economic Forum addresses these challenges and the need to share ideas on the impact of the latest world financial crises on GCC economy, successful economic practices, better trade policies, and financial and banking systems that create a sound platform for robust business and economic relations among the region's economies. This forum is an ideal business and economic knowledge-sharing and networking platform for government and business decision-makers and professionals from the GCC, as well as those from other parts of the world who are interested in doing business with the GCC.

The forum assumes special significance in the current scenario in which the GCC Countries are looking forward to creating and encouraging increased business, economic, and knowledge exchanges between them. Joining the event is a unique opportunity to meet key economists, business leaders, senior government officials, researchers, and experts from GCC organizations.

What will be discussed?

The forum through many live regional case studies will focus on the impact of the latest world financial crises on GCC economy and its future, economic practices, better trade policies, and financial and banking systems that create a sound platform for robust business in the region. The event is an opportunity for delegates to explore the possibility of developing a stable business environment within the region where they can develop mutually beneficial business options.

Through a look at innovative ideas and success stories from other developed countries, this forum will shed light on all the factors that can possibly contribute to the development of the regional economy. It will also discuss moving beyond an oil based economy and entering an era of manufacturing and industrialization.

Who Will Attend?

Senior executives and experts with an interest in the progress of the GCC economy will attend the conference, including:

• High-ranking Government Officials and Representatives
• CEOs,Presidents, Chairmen, Managing Directors
• Bankers, Economists, Financial Analysts
• Leaders of Business Councils, Chambers of Industries, and other business organizations
• Academic, Researchers and Media

Why Should you attend?

• An event that directly addresses prominent GCC economic issues
• Many live regional case studies to learn from
• The best place for sharing ideas on future developments in the GCC economy
• An opportunity for developing new business relationships and forming new partnerships
• Prestigious speakers and a very complete event program

Note: Bear in mind that the schedules of high profile speakers are subject to alteration.