• How many CEOs can you fit on one stage?
  We feature a unique line-up of high level speakers – the only CEO level banking conference in the
  Middle East
   
• A unique event specifically designed for the region’s banking sector
  We have developed an agenda tailored to the region’s banks as they stand at a critical juncture in
  their history
   
• Board level and executive management focused content
  Assessing the sweeping changes that will impact banking institutions across the organisational
  framework and uncovering opportunities in the new banking age

What is Banking Outlook Middle East 2009? For much of 2008, Middle East banks were largely able to regard the unfolding financial crisis with some detachment. But as 2009 dawned, bankers warned that the regional industry may face historic circumstances which will lead to fundamental restructuring. Banks in the region need to become accustomed to a very different operating environment; Accounting standards need to be reviewed in great detail, as do current corporate governance and transparency practices. The banking industry’s meeting of choice Banking Outlook Middle East 2009 is a big-picture, strategy-focused event, developed in partnership with the DIFC, that will address every major challenge and opportunity currently facing banks and, through an exceptional speaker faculty of world-leading figures, will give the banking industry new direction as it stands at a major crossroad in its history. Core issues for 2009 Can Middle East banks distance themselves fromthe global financial turmoil? Is consolidation in the industry finally inevitable? How will family owned financial institutions react? Is this global banking meltdown the result of ineffective corporate global regulation or less than ethical corporate entrepreneurial management? Ensuring adequate capitilisation through collaboration – working with shareholders, strategic investors and governments The role of corporate governance in ensuring transparency and maintaining sustainability and soundness of the region’s financial system What are the long term effects of government intervention? The role of Islamic finance in providing strength and stability to the Middle Eastern banking effort Will investment banking as we know it rise back from its ashes when the problems are resolved? Interpreting risk measures and how they are affected by changing market conditions > View brochure > Register now

Dr Hussain Hamid Hassan, Chairman Shari’ah Advisory Board, Dubai Islamic Bank Shayne Nelson, Regional CEO, Standard Chartered Bank Salaam Al Shaksy, CEO, Dubai Bank Per Larsson, CEO, UBS Middle East Khaled Mohammed Al-Aboodi, CEO, Islamic Development Bank     Guiding the region’s banks towards the new era Concerted actions by Governments and Central Banks signaled their determination to stabilise their banks. This commitment and intervention removes the existential threat to the biggest institutions. Even those which have not directly received funds, still benefit from their stabilising presence and expect to return to profitability by the end of this year! Join the region’s CEOs, Chief Economists and Regulators and witness the evolvement of the Middle East’s banking sector!

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Under the patronage of HE Dr. Omar Bin Sulaiman, Governor, Dubai International Financial Centre and Vice Chairman - UAE Central Bank In Partnership with   In Association with     Associate sponsors           Cocktail reception sponsor   Lead Islamic Banking Technology Provider       Exhibitor         Endorsed By Official content partner Investment community partner     sponsorship opportunities We bring the customers to you! Sponsoring Banking Outlook Middle East 2009 provides an unrivalled marketing solution, providing you with new contacts and brings you face-to-face with your key customers and prospects   Let us raise your international and regional profile. With one cost-effective investment Banking Outlook Middle East 2009 will: Position and profile yourself as an industry leader Meet and do business with decision makers Increase your brand recognition Create new partnerships and alliances Develop relationships through new networking opportunities  Showcase new systems and applications to a targeted audience of decision makers      Target your market!   For details contact Christianna Tsiterou