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Middle East and Africa Summit 2024

Bridging Continents: Strengthening European Private Sector Trade Relations with the Middle East and Africa (Invite only)

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This private session will explore the growing opportunities for European and UK private sector players to strengthen business ties with the Middle East and Africa, focusing on trade, investment, and market entry strategies. The discussion will bring together leading investors, business leaders, and government stakeholders to identify emerging trends in sectors such as technology, energy, infrastructure, and financial services. Participants will gain insights into best practices for navigating regulatory landscapes, building resilient supply chains, and fostering innovation through public-private partnerships. The session will also highlight success stories and lessons learned from ongoing collaborations, offering actionable ideas for scaling operations in these high-growth regions.

    Opening Remarks

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    Petra Freddi

    Managing Director, Europe, Milken Institute

    Moderator

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    Jonathan McClory

    Partner, Sanctuary Counsel

    Speakers

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    His Excellency Luigi Di Maio

    EU Special Representative for the Gulf Region, European Union
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    His Excellency Spyros Kouvelis

    Team Leader, EU-GCC Cooperation on Green Transition