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1 3 RD EDITION NOVEMBER 2017 DUBAI, UAE HABTOOR GRAND RESORT - AUTOGRAPH COLLECTION HOTELS BROCHURE Supported By Strategic Partner Industry Partner Supporting Partners Event Supporter Organised By

2 2 THE US$ 100 Billion VISION India and UAE have re-energised their bilateral trade relations, which have been boosted by the frequent visits of both countries leaders in a short span of 2 years to discuss the future of trade and investments. It is evident that both countries are gaining a strong foothold in terms of contributing to the global economy and establishing their authority. Connected by age-old bonds and culture, they have always been an integral part of each other s economy. This also shows in India s escalation to the 2nd largest trade partner for UAE, with the bilateral trade value reaching US$ 50 billion in Recent developments have further strengthened the relationship, opening a universe of opportunities. With both governments showing clarity in their vision to gain the most from this partnership, the previously ambitious goal of reaching US$ 100 billion in trade by 2020 now seems achievable. The UAE-India Economic Forum represents a new dawn in the multifaceted economic relationship between the amicable countries. The vision of US$ 100 billion in bilateral trade by 2020 can only be achieved with sustained efforts to constantly engage the key stakeholders, government authorities and investors in a dialogue which strengthens their faith in the establishment and the governments of the two countries something that the forum has been successfully doing for the past two years. Combining the above with awards and recognition, the forum honours businessmen from the two countries for their contribution to the economies of their home and host countries. Our belief in the economic prowess of the two countries has been confirmed by the support and encouragement we have received time and again through the backing and endorsements of key government bodies from both India and UAE. The forum, which was inaugurated by Hon. Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport Highways and Shipping, Government of India along with H.E. Dr. Abdullah Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Infrastructure, UAE in 2016 and by H.E. Arun Jaitley, Minister of Finance, Government of India in 2015, will now reach the next level with another set of key ministers from both sides, along with businessmen and investors who have been fueling the economy of their respective countries. The forum serves as a window of opportunities to discuss regulations and policies for prospective investors and to understand the key areas of focus for government bodies. The presence of sovereign wealth funds, large corporates and industries at this gathering has been only getting stronger over the past two years.

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4 SPEAKERS H.E Dr. Rashid Alleem Chairman of Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) H.E. Juma Mohammed AlKait, Assistant Under Secretary Foreign Trade Affairs, UAE Ministry of Economy Shri. ChandraBabu Naidu Hon'ble Chief Minister, Andhra Pradesh, India (Invited) H.E. Jamal Al Jarwan Secretary General, UAE International Investors Council H.E Fahad Obaid Al Taffaq Director of Economic and Trade Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs Shri. Nara Lokesh Hon ble Minister for Information Technology, Electronics and Communication (Invited) H.E. Dr. Abdulla Al Karam Chairman of the Board of Directors and Director General, KHDA H.E. Suhail Mohd Al Zarooni Chairman, Suhail Al Zarooni Group H.E. Maryam Al Suwaidi Deputy CEO For Licensing, Supervision & Enforcement, Securities and Commodities Authority Yaduvendra Mathur Additional Secretary, NITI Aayog Krishna Kishore IRS CEO, Andhra Pradesh Economic Development Board (Invited) Ram Charan Business Advisor and Author

5 SPEAKERS Dr. Ohan Balian Chief Economist, Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce & Industry Mohammad Azharuddin Indian Politician and Former Captain, Indian Cricket Team Colm McLoughlin Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, Dubai Duty Free Harj Dhaliwal Managing Director Middle East & India at Hyperloop One Anil Singh Senior VP & MD, DP World Dr. Manar Al Moneef CEO, Renewable Energy (MENAT), GE PNC Mennon Chairman & Founder, Sobha Ltd. Santosh Kumar (TBC) Chief Executive Officer, Jones Lang LaSalle Saif AlJaibeji Co-Founder, Ras Al Khaimah Incubator and Accelerator, CEO, UnitedHealth Group Laila Al Jassmi CEO, Health Beyond Borders, Former CEO, Health Policy & Strategy Sector, Dubai Health Authority Hussein Sayed Chief Market Strategist at FXTM & CNBC Anchor Layelle Saad Middle East Editor, Gulf News

6 SPEAKERS Kuljit Singh Popli Chairman & Managing, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ashish Kumar Chauhan Managing Director & CEO, Bombay Stock Exchange Utpal Deka National Team Leader, Smart Cities Mission, Ministry of Urban Development, India Joy Chakraborty CEO, Hinduja Healthcare Karuna Gopal President, Foundation for Futuristic Cities Senior Representative Abu Dhabi Global Market Anshu Budhraja CEO, Amway India Mohammad Nassir Al Hazzaa Director General, Emirates Industrial City Nashwa Al Ruwaini CEO, Pyramedia Kamal Gupta Chief Operating Officer, Global Indian International school

7 SPEAKERS Walid Marhoon Senior Manager Investment Promotion, Dubai FDI (Invited) Mohamed Al Zarouni Head of Air Transport, Dubai Civil Aviation Authority Aviruk Chakraborty Director, Archeron Group

8 8 UAE & INDIA: A COMMON VISION OF PROGRESS & PROSPERITY Bilateral trade of US$ 60 billion projected to reach US$ 100 billion by 2020 UAE investments in India have jumped by US$ 1 billion in the past one year alone (Gulf News) The total foreign direct investment inflows from UAE to India stand at US$ 4.03 billion ending March 2016 (Gulf News) The union cabinet gave the green signal to proceed with the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and UAE to procure a US$-74-billion long-term investment in the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) (The Hindu) UAE has been actively pursuing its plan to re-energise the Free Trade Agreement between the GCC (Gulf Cooperation Council) and India (Tribune India) UAE is the second largest export destination for India, with US$ 30 billion for the year

9 9 UAE-INDIA RELATIONS TAKING THE LEAP The UAE, under the leadership of the President, His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, is always eager for strong relations with India, especially in light of the significant cooperation opportunities that exist, and the rapid regional and international changes which call for a greater coordination and understanding between our two countries to face the challenges posed by these changes, as well as the investment opportunities they offer. - His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi and Deputy Supreme Commander of the UAE Armed Forces India and UAE have everything to be a top priority for each other. This is the way I look at the UAE. The Gulf region is vital for India's economic, energy and security interests. I have begun my regional engagement with the UAE. This tells you the importance that I attach to the UAE. We have resolved to sustain regular, high-level engagement and build a strong and comprehensive strategic partnership. - Shri Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India

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11 11 Thank you for making the UAE-India Economic Forum 2016 a grand success. Trade relations between UAE and India are at an all-time high, evident in the fact that bilateral trade has crossed US$ 50 billion for , making UAE India s third largest trading partner after China and USA. UIEF was created as a platform to discuss new policy frameworks, opportunities and potential to attract investors, sovereign wealth funds, large corporates and industries. With a bilateral trade target of US$ 100 billion by 2020, the future is both promising and exciting. Building upon the success of the inaugural edition in 2015, the 2nd UAE-India Economic Forum was jointly inaugurated by H.E. Dr. Abdullah bin Mohammed Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Infrastructure Development, UAE and Hon. Nitin Gadkari, Minister for Road Transport & Highways and Shipping, Government of India. In their opening remarks, both ministers touched upon areas of cooperation, trade and bilateral investments. Hon. M.J. Akbar, Minister of State for External Affairs, Government of India accompanied the two ministers, and was also the keynote speaker on Day Two of the forum.

12 12 QADAT AL TAGHEER AWARDS 2016 The Qadat Al Tagheer Awards 2016 were launched to honour and felicitate leaders from various walks of life who have shaped their own future and through their business endeavours, helped shape the economies of their respective host countries as well. With more impetus being given to increased business and investments across both nations, the awards highlighted the opportunities that exist and continue to emerge in the two countries. The awards were given away by Hon. Nitin Gadkari. The 2016 winners included: Excellence in Education Gems Education UIEF 2016 Excellence in Financial Sector Lulu Exchange UIEF 2016 Emerging Emirati Brand Tamleek UIEF 2016

13 13 Excellence in Construction Mulk Holdings UIEF 2016 Indian Businessman of the Year Mr. Yusuffali M.A UIEF 2016 Excellence in Healthcare Sector Aster DM Healthcare Excellence in Retail Sector Al Adil Trading Group UIEF 2016 UIEF 2016 Excellence in Hospitality Sector Taj Dubai UIEF 2016

14 14 DELEGATE PROFILE 56% C-Level/Board/ VPs/Directors 14% Ministry & Government Officials 16% Presidents & Business Owners EVENT STATISTICS Registered subscribers MARKETING Sent to 500 key dignitaries in India & UAE DIRECT MAILING PACKS & INVITES WEBSITE Over 18,000 unique web hits Over 3,000 members of the target audience were reached over a span of 6 months TELE-CALLING 187,000 market reach Event adverts in Bloomberg Businessweek Middle East, Gulf News, Gulf Business and The Enterpreneur 454,250 market reach Event banner on Bloomberg Businessweek Middle East website for 25 weeks

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16 16 Recap of 2015 Edition The first edition of the UAE-India Economic Forum was inaugurated by Hon. Arun Jaitley, Minister for Finance, Government of India. He touched upon several pertinent issues in his opening address, which was complemented by panel discussions comprising eminent domain experts, captains of the industry and ministry officials. The forum was conceived following the highly successful visit of Hon. Prime Minister Narendra Modi to UAE in 2015 and the subsequent visit of the India-UAE Joint Commission to India. The forum was executed with the support and strategic partnership of the Consulate General of India, Dubai. An unparalleled line-up of speakers shared their expert views on business and bilateral trade ONE DELEGATES SPEAKERS VISION Hon. Arun Jaitley, Minister of Finance, India H.E. Sharief Habib Al Awadhi, CEO and Director General, Fujairah Free Zone Yusuff Ali M.A., Managing Director, EMKE Lulu Group International R.C. Sinha, Advisor to Minister of Road Transport and Highways of India Mini Menon, Executive Editor, Bloomberg TV India Y. Sudhir Kumar Shetty, President, UAE Exchange Farhan Syed, Partner Digital Transformation Practice Lead, KPMG Lower Gulf H.E. Ahmed bin Abdulaziz Alshehhi, Under-Secretary at the UAE Ministry of Economy Dr. B.R. Shetty, Founder, Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, NMC Healthcare Managing Director and CEO, UAE Exchange Founder, CEO and Managing Director, Neopharma Mustafa Khdair, Senior Manager, Business Development, Kizad Adeeb Ahamed, CEO, LuLu Financial Group Chirag Shah, Executive Vice President, Strategy and Business Excellence, DIFC Authority Mohammed Shael Al Saadi, CEO, Business Development & Strategy, Department of Economic Development, Govt. of Dubai H.E. Marwan bin Jassim Al Sarkal, CEO, Shurooq Dr. Jyostna Suri, President, FICCI Prakash Gaur, Planner and Economist, IL&FS Habib Ullah, Partner and Head of Banking and Finance (Middle East), Taylor Wessing Ashish Chauhan, CEO and Managing Director, Bombay Stock Exchange Francis Mathew, Editor-at-Large, Gulf News Dr. Jaijit Bhattacharya, Partner, Infrastructure and Govt. Services, KPMG President, Centre for Digital Economy Policy Research, India Hazig Beg, CEO, IL&FS Energy Development Company Ltd. Amit Kumar, Partner, Energy, Utilities & Mining Leader GRID, PWC Vishal Pandit, Group Director - Strategy, Audit and Chemicals, Allana IFFCO Haseeb Drabu, Finance Minister, State of J&K, India Prof. Abhishek Mishra State Minister, Vocational Education and Skilled Development, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh Ravi Khanna, CEO of Solar Power Business, Aditya Birla Group Murtaza Hussain, Managing Director (Investments in Energy Infrastructure), The Abraaj Group Mohamed Al Ayed, Founder, President, CEO Trans-Arabian Creative Comms Services Vivek Nair, Chairman and Managing Director, Hotel Leela Hon ble Secretary of The Federation of Hotel & Restaurant Associations of India (FHRAI)

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22 22 WHY ATTEND UIEF IS THE DEFINITIVE PLATFORM TO DISCUSS AND EVALUATE INDIA S ECONOMIC STORY. 100% top decision makers in attendance The two-day event has brought together over 350 delegates from India, UAE and other key markets. The delegate profile includes ministers of economy, industry and finance; heads of investment in SWF; top banks and financial institutions; CXOs of top companies and family-owned businesses. Engage and influence the people who matter the most when it comes to making the real decisions. Speak to a select audience Extensive delegate research ensures an opportunity to meet relevant stakeholders. Network with industry and government leaders as they lay out the economic and trade goals of both countries. Explore investment and business opportunities The event represents an exclusive opportunity to network and explore new possibilities and opportunities. Understand Showcase Understand the policy frameworks and guidelines executed by both governments as they work hard to attract investors. Showcase your leadership and expertise to the who s who from UAE and India through speaking, exhibiting and sponsorship opportunities.

23 23 WHO ATTENDS THE AUDIENCE INCLUDES: Ministry and Government Officials and Senior-Level Policy Makers Business Owners, CEOs, COOs, CFOs, Treasurers, VPs, Directors and Heads of Departments Senior-Level Consultants and Advisors KEY INDUSTRY SECTORS BEING REPRESENTED INCLUDE: Infrastructure and Real Estate, Road, Highways and Ports Manufacturing, Banking & Finance and ecommerce Hospitality, Healthcare, Tourism, Travel Defence & Security, Space Technology Sustainable Utilities and Renewables Media & Entertainment Education Free Zones

24 24 The 2017 edition includes: THE QADAT AL TAGHEER AWARDS 2017: GOVERNMENT PANEL ON BILATERAL TRADE: Honouring government leaders and businessmen who made a mark for themselves and contributed to the growing economies of both countries Key ministry officials from India and UAE come together to discuss and deliberate the steps needed to foster relations START-UP ZONE: VIP MEETING BOOTHS: A special session focused on start-ups, which includes all the key stakeholders such as government leaders, investors and start-ups making a wave Met someone you would like to have a discussion with in private? Specially designed booths for one-on-one networking and business discussion sessions INVESTORS PAVILION: STATE PAVILION: Showcasing the investment opportunities that various regions and sectors in both countries have to offer Opportunity to showcase the investment opportunities that are available in various regions of both the countries

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26 CONFERENCE AGENDA DAY ONE Wednesday 8 th November :00 08:45 08:50 08:55 09:00 09:20 09:40 10:00 Registration and Coffee Welcome Address from UMS Conferences Forum Inauguration and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Opening Remarks from the Chairman Keynote Address: H.E. Juma Mohammed AlKait, Assistant Under Secretary Foreign Trade Affairs, UAE Ministry of Economy Keynote Address: Indian Minister Keynote Address: UIBC UAE-India Investments: Supporting the New Age Economic Vision of Both Nations UAE and India have decided to strengthen their economic ties with a plan to invest US$ 75 billion in Indian infrastructure projects. UAE has also begun fostering a favourable environment for Indian fintechs and digital technology start-ups. The session will highlight the various investment corridors between UAE and India which will facilitate the transfer of knowledge, technology and funds. H.E. Jamal Al Jarwan, Secretary General, UAE International Investors Council H.E. Fahad Obaid Al Taffaq, Director of Economic and Trade Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs H.E. Maryam Al Suwaidi, Deputy CEO For Licensing, Supervision & Enforcement, Securities and Commodities Authority Yaduvendra Mathur, Additional Secretary, NITI Aayog Dr. Ohan Balian, Chief Economist, Abu Dhabi Chamber of Commerce & Industry 11:30 11:45 Coffee and Networking Break Special Address: H.E. Dr. Abdulla Al Karam, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Director General, KHDA 12:00 Defence Manufacturing and Space Technology In recent times, India has made its mark as an arms exporter, and India and UAE recently held their first strategic dialogue on defence & security. With UAE announcing defence contracts worth US$ 5 billion in 2015 and India s defence budget reaching US$ 51 billion for , both are committed to keeping their borders and the region safe. India s space technology programme has received a boost, with a US$-11-billion plus budget for With the success of the recent Mars programme, the scope of collaboration between India and UAE in this sector is immense. The session will discuss areas of cooperation and major defence contracts that are ready to be rolled out. It will also focus on recognising space as a crucial element for innovative and sustainable social and economic development. 13:30 14:30 Luncheon Food Processing & Security: Paving the Way for Ensuring Food Safety and Quality The Indian food industry is currently valued at US$ billion, and the country s contribution to world food trade is increasing every year. Food safety and quality remains a high priority for both UAE and India. With the objective of meeting UAE s food demand, the recent proposal of the Farm-to-Port project will help create a whole new sector of agro-food industries. This session will address key investment areas such as establishing food security parks, high-quality food processing and dedicated logistics infrastructures, and so on. Anshu Budhraja, CEO, Amway India

27 CONFERENCE AGENDA DAY ONE Wednesday 8 th November :30 16:00 17:00 17:15 Special Address: Colm McLoughlin, Executive Vice Chairman and CEO, Dubai Duty Free The Qadat Al Tagheer Awards 2017 Closing Remarks from UMS Conferences Cocktail Reception and End of Day 1

28 28 CONFERENCE UIEF 2017 AGENDA DAY TWO Thursday 9 th November :00 08:50 08:55 09:00 09:15 09:30 Registration and Coffee Welcome Address from UMS Conferences Opening Address from the Chairman Keynote Address: Dubai Chamber of Commerce (Invited) Keynote Address: UAE International Investors Council (Invited) Infrastructure, Transport & Logistics: Preparing for the Future This session will include key UAE-based companies and government bodies that are actively pursuing projects such as infrastructure, railways, nuclear energy, space technology, etc. This session will focus on the various investment opportunities that will help organisations build robust logistics and transportation infrastructure in line with future needs. PNC Mennon, Chairman & Founder, Sobha Ltd. Anil Singh, Senior VP & MD, DP World Harj Dhaliwal, Managing Director Middle East & India at Hyperloop One Mohammad Nassir Al Hazzaa, Director General, Emirates Industrial City 11:00 11:30 Coffee and Networking Break Sustainable Utilities and Smart Cities: Meeting the Demands of People and the Environment With India focusing on developing 100 smart cities and Dubai on its way to becoming the smartest city in the world, there are numerous opportunities to partner with the central and state government bodies to help them build the city of future. A thriving utilities sector is the mark of a rising economy. India accounts for 5.7 per cent of the global energy demand. From renewable energy alternatives to reduce carbon footprint to scaling up utilities to meet the growing energy demand, this session will cover it all. H.E Dr. Rashid Alleem, Chairman of Sharjah Electricity and Water Authority (SEWA) Kuljit Singh Popli, Chairman & Managing, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Dr. Manar Al Moneef, CEO, Renewable Energy (MENAT), GE Santosh Kumar, Chief Executive Officer, Jones Lang LaSalle (TBC) Utpal Deka, National Team Leader - Smart Cities Mission, Ministry of Urban Development India Karuna Gopal, President, Foundation for Futuristic Cities 13:00 14:00 Luncheon Tourism & Hospitality and Healthcare: Emerging Pillars of a Strong Economy With the number of foreign tourists visiting India set to reach a staggering 15.3 million by 2025, the Indian tourism & hospitality industry is amongst the top sectors in terms of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI). Growing investments from UAE in the Indian healthcare sector constitute a key pillar of the partnership between the two countries. This, combined with UAE s ambition to become the top tourist destination in the world, makes this session hard to miss as industry leaders discuss investment plans. Saif AlJaibeji, Co-Founder, Ras Al Khaimah Incubator and Accelerator, CEO, UnitedHealth Group Laila Al Jassmi, CEO, Health Beyond Borders Joy Chakraborty, CEO, Hinduja Healthcare

29 29 CONFERENCE UIEF 2017 AGENDA DAY TWO Thursday 9 th November :30 Media & Entertainment: Acting as a Brand Ambassador This session will focus on how the media & entertainment sector can help boost tourism, while simultaneously helping develop the film and media industry. India has emerged as a global hub for animation and movies with its film industry worth US$ 196 million. UAE is a hub for advertising agencies and content partners. Combining the best of both to achieve a common goal is what this session will focus on. Mohammad Azharuddin, Indian Politician and Former Captain, Indian Cricket Team Nashwa Al Ruwaini, CEO, Pyramedia 15:00 15:30 Closing Remarks from the Chairman End of Forum

30 30 QADAT AL TAGHEER AWARDS 2017 CO-LOCATED WITH THE UAE-INDIA ECONOMIC FORUM 8 th NOVEMBER DUBAI UAE One of the primary goals of the all-important UAE-India Economic Forum is honouring businessmen from both countries who have contributed extensively to the growth of their home and resident countries. The last edition saw some of the biggest names in the UAE business community take home the coveted awards. The Qadat Al Tagheer Awards are back, with the philosophy that good work should always be appreciated at the highest level. Transcending all boundaries and leading by example, these leaders and their organisations have been the epitome of business excellence in their respective sectors, and in the process, have contributed significantly to the economies of UAE and India. They have worked tirelessly towards achieving their dreams, and the awards recognise the one thing that all of them have in common attaining unparalleled heights in their career and giving back to their countries and communities. They have ensured that their businesses, aside from making great profits, also touch the lives of their fellow citizens and employees and have helped shape their future for the better. These awards will also honour and recognise the efforts of government leaders who have worked towards fostering trade relations between India and UAE. With more impetus being given to increased business and investments across both nations, the awards will highlight the opportunities that exist in these countries, which continue to grow even in these troubled times of global slowdown. For anyone who wants to be a part of the growth story of these two great nations and network with the people who have been shaping their economies, attending the awards, along with the UAE-India Economic Forum, will provide the exposure and networking opportunities that could shape their future investment and operational strategies. Awards will be presented in the following categories: Indian Businessman of the Year Best Emerging Emirati Brand Excellence in Education Excellence in the Retail Sector Excellence in the Financial Sector Excellence in the Healthcare Sector Excellence in Construction

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