Dubai Strategy Forum renamed as the 'Arab Strategy Forum'

Mohammed Al Gergawi, Chairman of Dubai Development & Investment Authority and Chairman of the Organizing Committee said, "H.H. General Sheikh Mohammed has directed to change the name of the Forum to Arab Strategy Forum and to develop it as one of the most important international Forums and the main platform to discuss the crucial issues in the Arab world. His Highness believes that the challenges that the region is facing requires a platform for open and frank discussion by Heads of State, NGOs, Government decision makers, prominent business executives and experts in order to promote a constructive and collaborative approach to current issues in the Arab World."

He added, "The Arab Strategy Forum will build on the success that the Dubai Strategy Forum has achieved over the past years. The Forum has forged a reputation as a high caliber event that brings together top level officials, intellectuals and experts from inside and outside the region."

He pointed out that the two previous forums have featured over 70 key speakers and over 3000 participants from around the world.

Al Gergawi added, "Under the directives of His Highness the Forum will hold open and frank discussions on key and pivotal issues concerning the Arab world. In line with this vision the Organizing Committee has selected the theme of this year's Forum, which will be held from December 13- 15th and will focus on the future scenarios of 'The Arab World in 2020'. Topics such as the evolution of home grown governance systems in the Arab world, the economic and social implications of regional security instability, to issues such as the future of Arab economic integration and the new global role of the region are on the agenda this year."

This year's Forum is expected to draw Heads of State and NGOs, high ranking Government decision makers, prominent business executives, renowned international experts and other distinguished personalities.