Organiser

One of the world's leading business publications, the Financial Times is recognised internationally for its accuracy, authority and independence. Since its launch in September 2003, the FT's Asia edition has established itself as the region's most authoritative and influential business daily, combining balanced and incisive news reporting with rigorous analysis and inspired commentary. As the winner of five awards from the Society of Publishers in Asia in 2006, including Excellence in Opinion Writing, and in Business Writing, the Financial Times is widely considered to be indispensable reading for senior decision-makers in business, finance and public affairs.

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First Eastern is a leading Hong Kong-based investment group that has pioneered direct investment in China. Founded by Victor Chu in 1988, First Eastern has offices in Hong Kong, Beijing, Shanghai and Dubai. In September 2006, First Eastern Investment Bank, a member of First Eastern Group, became the first authorised Chinese institution at the Dubai International Financial Centre. First Eastern and its associates have invested in over 90 projects in China covering infrastructure, real-estate development, light industry and financial services.

Strategic partner

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is the world's fastest growing financial centre, complementing the markets of London, New York, Tokyo and Hong Kong and serving as a hub for regional business activity. The DIFC initiative was first announced in early 2002 as part of the vision of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, the Ruler of Dubai, to position the Emirate as a hub for institutional financial services. Since opening in September 2004, the DIFC has grown to comprise over 300 licensed and non-licensed firms, including some of the world's largest financial institutions. Built on a 110-acre site, it provides world-class facilities and an internationally recognised regulatory framework with the Dubai Financial Services Authority.

Lead sponsors

Morgan Stanley is a leading global financial services firm providing a wide range of investment banking, securities, investment management, wealth management and credit services to corporations, governments, institutions and individuals, from more than 600 offices in 30 countries. Morgan Stanley has been active in the Middle East & North Africa region since the 1970s. In 2006, it opened an office in Dubai and announced its intention to open one in Qatar. Morgan Stanley has been present for over 30 years in Asia Pacific. Headquartered in Hong Kong, the firm is a major shareholder in China’s leading domestic investment bank, China International Capital Corporation (CICC).

Founded in 1963, National Bank of Dubai is the oldest locally incorporated bank in the Southern Gulf and has built a reputation of stability and strength much appreciated by shareholders and customers alike. The bank offers diversified financial services, ranging from corporate banking to private and retail banking. Its customers are provided with a variety of automated banking channels, including internet, telebanking and SMS-based services. NBD has built a broad branch and ATM network, as well as Point of Sale terminals in select locations across the UAE. NBD was awarded the 2005 Dubai Quality Award.

Gold sponsor

Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu is an organisation of member firms around the world delivering services in four professional areas – audit, tax, consulting and financial advisory. With 135,000 people in nearly 140 countries, Deloitte serves more than 80 per cent of the world’s largest companies. Its China practice dates back to 1917 and has contributed to the development of China's accounting standards, taxation systems and the accounting profession. It is one of the leading professional services providers in the Chinese Mainland, Hong Kong SAR and Macau SAR with 6,000 people in ten offices delivering a full range of services to national, multinational and growth enterprise clients in China.

Designated Hotel

Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai, synonymous with luxury and comfort, is the preferred business and social address in this thriving city. The impressive 200-metre, 43-storey tower, has 301 luxuriously appointed guestrooms and suites, 126 serviced furnished apartments; the exclusive Horizon Club; nine food & beverage outlets; extensive recreation facilities and a choice of banquet venues. Shangri-La Hotel, Dubai is a mere 15 minutes from Dubai International Airport and 10 minutes from the Dubai International Financial Centre.

Information Provider

Zawya, headquartered in Dubai, is a leading business information company, with a global user base of over 212,000 high-end business and financial professionals. Zawya covers detailed information on the top 10,000 companies in the Middle East, with comprehensive live news coverage through the exclusive Zawya Dow Jones newswire service. It also provides industry news, macroeconomic reports, country statistics, stock market data and specialised databases such as IPO, Sukuk and Private Equity monitors. Zawya’s online service, which has the only fee-paying user base in MENA, offers advertisers the ability to target the most affluent audience with an interest in the region.

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