Events

Progress in the past year in Kuwait has paved the way for its growth as a pioneer in the Islamic finance industry. The latest, and potentially groundbreaking, development in the State of Kuwait is the amendment of the Public Debt Law. The draft law, which is expected to be passed in early 2018, would potentially signal the nation’s first sovereign Sukuk. Kuwaiti investors have also been recognized for their active momentum not only in the GCC, but also in the US and Europe. Kuwait continues to be a hot destination for investors in the debt capital markets, with the Kuwaiti bourse being mulled for inclusion in the FTSE Emerging Markets Index. The move, if approved, is expected to encourage the flow of foreign investments into the Kuwaiti capital market. Investors and industry participants are keen on the Kuwaiti Islamic finance story, and the authorities have been a strong force in effectively advancing the industry and turning Kuwait into a contender among its peers in the Gulf region.

2nd International Summit and exhibition “HYDROPOWER BALKANS 2018” is a professional platform, bringing together chief ministers, major investors, decision-makers of the leading hydropower plants and investment project initiators, as well as regulators, to consolidate efforts focused on efficient implementation of key projects for the construction and reconstruction of HPPs across the Balkan region

Exhibition “Hydropower Balkans 2018” (6-8 November 2018, Budva, Montenegro) is a dedicated platform bringing together ministers, major investors, decision-makers of flagship hydropower plants, and investment project initiators, as well as regulators, in a concerted effort to efficiently execute key projects for HPP construction and modernisation all over the Balkan region.

Saudi Arabia has embarked on a concerted effort to enhance and improve its Islamic finance capabilities in recent years, in tandem with its National Transformation Program 2020 pushing the Kingdom to diversify away from an oil-based economy as part of the Saudi Vision 2030 driven by the pioneering new Crown Prince Mohammed Salman. With the oil price volatility of recent years forcing Gulf economies to seek new methods of fundraising, Saudi Arabia made history in 2017 with a debut US dollar Sukuk issuance of US$9 billion, followed by multiple domestic Saudi riyal issuances, all of which met with exceptional investor demand and which have carved a place for Saudi as one of the most influential sovereign issuers of Islamic paper in the world. Major Islamic issuances from state-owned enterprises such as Saudi Aramco and Saudi Electricity Company have also gone a long way toward creating a yield curve encouraging new issuers to enter the market, and Saudi is well on the way to developing an active domestic corporate capital market of its own.

The Controller Summit will bring together some of the best finance control professionals across a variety of industries. With speakers from industry leaders, we will explore how the finance function is changing, and how to deliver robust control through these turbulent times.

The Cannes International Emigration and Luxury Property Expo 2018 is an international conference and exhibition to be held 9-11 November 2018 at the Hyatt Hotel Martinez Cannes. The Cannes International Emigration and Luxury Property Expo includes: A conference featuring government representatives, leaders of the world’s most prominent immigration companies, and major property developers; An exhibition showcasing 120 international companies; The 'Global Challenges of the Immigration Market' roundtable for government officials only; A press conference for leading business and industry media from 30 countries; An exclusive high-end Gala Party for market professionals and private guests; as well as A variety of other activities, including seminars, individual meetings with clients, and more.

Exhibiting at the largest power event in the industry will allow you to showcase your products and services to the industry's largest gathering of qualified decision-makers. Trade visitors from all over East & Central Africa are being invited directly and in collaboration with several regional trade bodies in Kenya, Tanzania, Ethiopia, Uganda, Somalia, Mozambique & Congo. The trade event covers new & renewable energy, nuclear technology, energy efficiency & conservation, power transmission, equipments, IT solutions in power sector, captive & co-generation plants, generators & UPS systems, transmission & distribution, industrial control and automation, environmental & safety management and much more.

The 20th Annual Endowment and Foundation Forum will provide a forum for fluid exchange of ideas concerning portfolio planning and investment strategies. Rather than focusing on a particular investment style, this conference examines a full range of critical investment topics germane to all Endowments and Foundations. The program will also highlight the need to align fiscal strategy with values and missions. Participants and delegates will speak on topics including necessity for non-profit governance for endowments, means of capturing alpha in a portfolio, methods of choosing managers, and problems of ethics and liability in fiduciary planning. With the ever-changing investment landscape, what can you do to ensure resilience and growth? Our program will address the pros and cons of investing in equity, fixed income, alternative, real estate products, and many more. By targeting industry sectors, guest speakers and participants can gain a greater understanding of how organizations can utilize and dovetail with trending investment strategies.

Described as “the most rewarding networking day of the year” and “the one and only trade finance-related event that you must attend in the Nordics”, the conference enjoys close ties to the region’stop corporates and service providers. Trade finance experts, insurers, bankers, ECAs, technology innovators, government bodies and corporates of all sizes will contribute, providing attendees with unrivalled networking opportunities and a well-rounded overview of the future of Nordic trade.

At the marcus evans 8th Edition: Third Party Risk Management & Oversight for Financial Services conference you will develop best practices in risk appetite, hear subcontractors/fourth party strategies and key indicators used for different third party outsourced scenarios versus revenue generators, instill third party concentration risk for certain products and services, uncover efficiencies of vendor reviews and third party validation from industry leaders. Furthermore, you will overcome challenges with TPRM program implementation by keeping up with the velocity of change and expanding regulatory expectation whereas laying the foundation of a solid program. Hear key practical case studies from companies such as Credit Agricole, BankUnited, N.A., Bank of America, Barclays, Fifth Third Bank, JPMorgan & Chase, Citi, and many more!