ISFIN accompanies a delegation of 400 European companies to Doha, Abu Dhabi and Dubai

With a unique expertise on the Islamic markets, ISFIN has been appointed to coach some 400 Western CEOs willing to work with the booming markets of Qatar and the UAE.

ISFIN's CEO, Laurent Marliere explains that both countries have been mandated to organize major global event like the Universal Expo 2020 and the football FIFA world cup. Beyond these symbolic event, these two markets offer daily opportunities for well prepared enterprises. There are many pitfalls to avoid when doing business in the Gulf as the business culture varies sensitively from what we know in the West, explains Marliere.

A multi-sectoral Economic Mission to the United Arab Emirates and Qatar will take place from 21 until 27 March 2015 under the chairmanship of HRH Princess Astrid, Representative of His Majesty the King.

Taking into account the specific characteristics of the local market, a particular focus will be placed on the following sectors: Oil & Gas
- Water treatment
- Clean tech
- Health & Pharma
- Construction
- food processing

One of the highlights of the Trade mission will be a joint seminar with representatives from the Dubai authorities including the CEO of the Dubai Islamic Economy Development Center and Ministers. A focus will be set on how the production in the West matches the consumption in the local GCC markets.

ISFIN is the world’s leading platform for law firms specializing in Islamic Finance, investments from and to the Muslim world and the Halal industry. The alliance covers more than 75 jurisdictions around the world. ISFIN is composed of the most innovative and highly regarded independent law firms, audit & accounting firms and real estate companies in their field.

For more informations, contact:

Zineb BENSAID
Senior Consultant
Master in Competitive Intelligence
Telephone: + (32) 483 359 515  

ZB@isfin.net

www.isfin.net