Regional Partners

 

 

 

Jeddah Economic Forum

Jeddah Economic Forum, 3-6 March 2012
The Jeddah Economic Forum will convene for its twelfth edition on March 3-6, 2012. This year’s theme is ‘Beyond Borders – Building Tomorrow’s Economies Today’, which focuses on how, in an age of recurring global economic crisis, a constant has remained – the need for greater connectivity to achieve sustainable economic growth.
The theme for Day 1 is ‘Beyond Borders’, which examines how greater connectivity in today’s world has been both actual and digital, connecting cities with cities, countries with countries and regions with other regions. The focus of ‘Beyond Borders’ is in sessions including ‘Beyond BRICs: Seeking Economic Growth in an Era of Debt’, ‘Building Blocs: A global re-focus on models of regional co-operation’, and ‘GCC Consolidation: Analysing the economics of greater GCC integration.
The theme for Day 2 is ‘Regional Priorities’, which examine how the Middle East, strategically placed between North Africa and South Asia, in 2011 dominated global media headlines as the region was swept by political turmoil. The focus of ‘Regional Priorities’ is in sessions including ‘Transforming Education: Enabling the next generation’, ‘Transforming Employment: The Job Creation Imperative’ and ‘Transforming Entrepreneurship: Accelerating Regional Entrepreneurship.
The theme for Day 3 is ‘Arabian Future’, which examines Saudi Arabia’s vision to build the economy and society of tomorrow, bringing prosperity and stability for generations to come. Three opportunities for advancing this vision are found in sessions including ‘Brand Arabia: Globalising Regional Value Creation’, ‘Arabian Philanthropy: Enhancing the art of ‘giving back’ to society’ and ‘Arabian Generation: Harnessing the positive impact of social networking by youth’.

Company website: http://www.jef.org.sa/

 
 

Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations

The Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations is a joint organisation of the leading associations representing Germany business. It is an intermediary between business and policy-makers in Germany and Central and Eastern Europe. Membership of the Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations is open to companies with interests in Russia, Central and Eastern Europe, South-East Europe, the Caucasian Republics and Central Asia.
The Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations represents and pools the interests of German business in Germany and in the above countries. It promotes German companies’ involvement in trade, industry, investment and the services sector in the target countries. The Committee supports and strengthens the growing economic ties with these countries and regions.

 The Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations provides the following services:

 • A network of contacts to the governments and business representations both in Germany and in Russia, Central and Eastern Europe, South-East Europe, the Caucasus and Central Asia
• Coordination of the institutionalized dialogue between the governments
• Current information on economic developments in the target countries
• Business delegations, conferences and seminars with high-ranking government representatives and entrepreneurs.

 Working groups of the Committee on Eastern European Economic Relations are Russia, Ukraine, Belarus, Republics of Central Asia, Caucasian Republics, Romania, Bulgaria, South-East Europe, Agriculture, issues relating to financing, consulting and contracts, information technology and telecommunications.

Contacts
Ost-Ausschuss Deutschen Wirtschaft
Breite Straße 29
10178 Berlin
Tel: +49 30 2028-1452
Fax: +49 30 2028-2452

ost-ausschuss@bdi.eu
http://www.ost-ausschuss.de/


 

IHS Cambridge Energy Research Associates®, Inc. (IHS CERA®)

IHS Cambridge Energy Research Associates®, Inc. (IHS CERA®) is a leading advisor to energy companies, governments, financial institutions, and technology providers. IHS CERA delivers critical knowledge and independent analysis on energy markets, geopolitics, industry trends and strategy. IHS CERA services help the clients to formulate timely, successful plans in the face of rapid changes and uncertainty. IHS CERA is valued by the clients for its independence, fundamental research, foresight, and original thinking.

Company website: http://www.cera.com/


 

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)

The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) works to create and sustain an environment conducive to the growth of industry in India, partnering industry and government alike through advisory and consultative processes.

CII is a non-government, not-for-profit, industry led and industry managed organisation, founded over 116 years ago. It is India's premier business association, with a direct membership of over 8100 organisations, including SMEs and MNCs, and an indirect membership of over 90,000 companies from around 400 national and regional sectoral associations.

CII catalyses change by working closely with government on policy issues, enhancing efficiency, competitiveness and expanding business opportunities for industry through a range of specialised services and global linkages. It also provides a platform for sectoral consensus building and networking. Major emphasis is laid on projecting a positive image of business, assisting industry to identify and execute corporate citizenship programmes. Partnerships with over 120 NGOs across the country carry forward our initiatives in integrated and inclusive development, which include health, education, livelihood, diversity management, skill development and environment, to name a few. CII has taken up the agenda of “Business for Livelihood” for the year 2010-12.

With 64 offices and 7 Centres of Excellence in India, and 7 overseas in Australia, China, France,  Singapore, South Africa, UK, and USA, and institutional partnerships with 223 counterpart organisations in 90 countries, CII serves as a reference point for Indian industry and the international business community.

Confederation of Indian Industry
The Mantosh Sondhi Centre
23, Institutional Area, Lodi Road, New Delhi – 110 003 (India)


Tel.: 91 11 24629994-7
Fax: 91 11 24626149
E-mail: ciico@cii.in
Website: www.cii.in

 

The U.S.-Russia Business Council (USRBC)

The U.S.-Russia Business Council (USRBC),a premier trade association based in Washington, DC with an office in Moscow, represents the trade and investment interests of its U.S. and Russian member companies.  The USRBC seeks to expand and enhance the U.S.-Russian commercial relationship by engaging in advocacy efforts with both the U.S. and Russian governments on behalf of its members; assisting member companies with troubleshooting and new business development; providing information and analyses to support business decisions; and facilitating access and networking opportunities, including briefings with government officials and private-sector leaders.  Learn about USRBC events, activities and business development opportunities at www.usrbc.org or www.usrbc.org/ru.


 

Russian-Arab Business Council (RABC)

Russian-Arab Business Council (RABC) is a non-governmental organization that develops trade and economic cooperation between business circles in Russia and the Arab states and provides assistance in establishing direct contacts and finding partners. The Council is based in Moscow, Russia.
 
The Agreement to found RABC was signed by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Russian Federation and the General Union of Chambers of Commerce, Industry, and Agriculture of Arab Countries in 2002. During the past years RABC established and transferred to the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Russia 16 bilateral business councils.
 
The list of the Council’s activities includes: organizing conferences, meetings, business-forums, round tables, exhibitions in Russia and the Arab countries; establishing direct contacts between Russian and Arab business structures; informational and analytical work.
The headquarters of the Russian-Arab Business Council is situated in Moscow. The role of the Arab side of the Council was taken up by the secretariat of the General Union of the Chambers of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture of the Arab Countries situated in the capital of Lebanon, Beirut.
 
 A number of top Russian companies operating in the home market and abroad are the members of the Council: JSFC “Sistema”, JSC “Intourist”, State Corporation “Bank for Development and Foreign Economic Affairs (Vnesheconombank)”, JSC “Novatek”, VTB Group, JSC “EuroChem”, LLC “Zagranstroy” etc. The Chairman of the Russian-Arab Business Council is Mr.Vladimir Evtushenkov, Chairman of the Board of JSFC “Sistema”, Director of the Council is Mrs. Tatiana Gvilava.    
 
During the eight years of successful operation the joint sessions of the Russian and Arab sides of the Council were held in Moscow, St.Petersburg, Cairo, Beirut, Riyadh and Manama. The welcoming addresses to the participants in the sessions are sent on a regular basis by President of the Russian Federation, Chairman of the Government of the Russian Federation and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Russian Federation.  
 
Tel: +7 495 730 41 23
Fax: +7 495 730 41 23 ext. 482

 

The Franco-Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIFR)

The Franco-Russian Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCIFR) is an independent lobbying body that represents and promotes the economic interests of its Franco-Russian member companies.
The CCIFR has been operating in Moscow since 1997, when the Le Club France was created. The business club developed naturally, becoming the Chamber of Commerce and Industry in 2006 after becoming a member of the Union of French Chambers of Commerce and Industry abroad (UCCIFE), the first private network of French companies in the world, represented in 78 countries and incorporating over 25,000 companies.
Led by a team of permanent professionals under the authority of 18 volunteer administrators, the CCIFR is a nonprofit association financed mainly by contributions from its 300 members. Receiving no public subsidies, and not being under any kind of governmental supervision, the CCIFR is the legitimate, objective and independent voice of the Franco-Russian business community.

Its work is concentrated in 3 main areas of activity:
 
  • Building the business community: organization and staging of sectoral committees (Customs/Logistics/Certification, Tax & Accounting, Marketing & PR, HR), business presentations and B2B meetings, cultural events, and delegations from regional companies.
  • Lobbying: consultations and dialogues with French and Russian private and public policy makers, with support of its numerous partners (business communities, governments, politicians and regional organizations). The CCIFR has signed cooperation agreements with more than fifteen governments and Chambers of Commerce and Industry in various Russian regions.
  • Support for companies: support for establishing and developing French businesses in Russia, and Russian investment in France.