DIFC Week 2008 to focus on regional growth prospects

Dubai, June 24, 2008 (WAM) - The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) yesterday announced that DIFC Week, its prestigious annual programme of conferences featuring the world's foremost financial and economic leaders, will be held from 23-26 November 2008 according to a report in 'Khaleej Times.'

Under the theme "Sustaining our Oasis of Prosperity in a Turbulent World",
DIFC Week 2008 will be devoted to discussing regional growth prospects in
the light of current global developments. Dr Omar bin Sulaiman, Governor of
DIFC said: "Spurred by globalisation and reform, the Middle East region is
enjoying very strong economic growth. However, as growth transforms the
region's economy, we need to devise clear strategies to ensure our growth
can be sustained and enhanced. DIFC Week provides a platform for thought
leaders from the region and across the world to engage in a discussion on
the critical issues that determine our region's future."

Nasser Al Shaali, CEO of DIFC Authority said: "DIFC Week brings together the
financial industry's leading minds to discuss issues that will influence our
region's prosperity at a time when the global economy is going through many
challenges. As the world's fastest growing financial centre, the DIFC is
proud to welcome regional business heads, together with their international
counterparts, to experience and enjoy this unique series of events." The
week will start with DIFC's fourth anniversary celebrations followed by a
golf tournament and art and cultural shows that ensure a relaxed start to
the finance and business sessions.