MCB Delegation to the
10th WORLD ISLAMIC ECONOMIC FORUMDubai, United Arab Emirates, 28th to 30th October 2014
Each year, the Muslim Council of Britain leads a delegation of professionals, community leaders and
entrepreneurs to the annual World Islamic Economic Forum with the aims of sharing experiences,
developing new ideas and networking.
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What is theWorld Islamic Economic Forum?The World Islamic Economic Forum started off from a modest beginning as the OIC Business Forum, which was held on 15th October 2003, in conjunction with the tenth OIC Summit in Putrajaya, Malaysia. The inaugural OIC Business Forum sought to create a business ‘face’ of the OIC.
This year, the 10th World Islamic Economic Forum (WIEF) will provide a high level platform for leading global government leaders, captains of industries, academic scholars, regional experts, professionals, corporate managers, policy makers, innovators, business leaders and investors to discuss opportunities for business partnerships in the Muslim world.
Expected to be attended by more than 2,500 participants, the Forum will address a myriad of current economic and business related issues with the objective of bringing about new and fresh ideas in transforming the global economy and promoting business collaboration.
Previous Forums2013 - London, United Kingdom2012 - Johar Bahru, Malaysia2011 - Astana, Kazakhstan2010 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia2009 - Jakarta, Indonesia2008 - Kuwait2007 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia2006 - Islamabad, Pakistan2005 - Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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The MCB has been leading delegations to the WIEF since its inception. The delegations are led by Sir Iqbal Sacranie, former Secretary General of the MCB and a member of the International Advisory Panel to the WIEF.
In addition to the advertised programme of the Forum, the MCB organises its own activities and meetings, including networking meetings with local groups and visits to local places of interest.
The MCB DelegationBenefits to delegates
Unique networking opportunities • with other delegates from a variety of professional and community backgrounds.Excellent networking opportunities • within the MCB’s delegationContribute to the formulation of • policies for the socio-economic development of Muslim communities.Raising your profile amongst • international decision-makers.Experience the culture and business • environment of the host country.
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Dubai is one of the seven Emirates of the United Arab Emirates and is one of the leading financial capitals and fasting growing citites in the world.
Dubai is home to Burj Khalifa - the tallest tower in the world, Dubai Mall - the largest shopping mall in the world, and Dubai International Airport - the second busiest airport in the world.
Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced in October 2013 a vision to make Dubai the capital of the Islamic economy within three years. The strategy is based on seven pillars and 46 initiatives.
Dubai is already a leading centre for trade and Islamic finance, and is therefore well-placed to hold the 10th World Islamic Economic Forum.
About DubaiSeven Pillars of the Dubai Islamic Economy Strategy
Finance• The halal food industry• Family friendly tourism• The digital economy• Fashion, arts and design• Economic education• Standards and certification•
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The provisional programme for members of the MCB delegation is as follows:
Sunday 26 October 2014Orientation and social programme
Monday 27 October 2014Bilateral meetings and seminars for the delegation
Tuesday 28 October 2014 10th World Islamic Economic Forum: Day OneGala Dinner
Wednesday 29 October 201410th World Islamic Economic Forum: Day Two
Thursday 30 October 201410th World Islamic Economic Forum: Day Three Trip to Abu Dhabi
Programme for the Delegation
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Joining the DelegationIf you are interested in joining our delegation, please complete the application form that is available at this website.
Application forms must be completed by Monday 15 September 2014. Please read the instructions and terms applicable to delegates found in the following pages.
Delegates shall be responsible for arranging and paying for their own flights to, and accommodation for, the conference. The MCB shall however advise delegates of appropriate flights and hotels for the conference. It is envisaged that the average cost to a delegate will be GBP 1,000.
Applicants will be advised by email whether or not they were successful.
Delegates will receive A complimentary pass to the 10th • World Islamic Economic Forum (normally worth USD 800).Assistance in effective networking • and in building lasting professional relationships.Free email briefings leading up to the • forum. Invitations to private meetings in the • UAE organised by the MCB
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Terms and ConditionsSelection Criteria
The organising committee of the MCB will allocate complimentary delegate passes to individuals based on the strength of their application.
The MCB committee will take into consideration the need to have a diverse delegation in terms of gender, profession and community involvement.
Age/occupation There are no restrictions on age or occupation.
CountryApplicants must be a resident in, or national from, the United Kingdom, Europe or the United States of America; exceptions are
made on a case by case basis.
Eligibility CriteriaPriority shall be given to applicants who meet the following criteria:
Demonstrable involvement in the • community.
Demonstrable commitment to and • understanding of community issues.
Clear intentions to contribute to • delegation’s future plans.
Has skills/achievements relevant to • project areas identified in application.
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Terms and ConditionsApplication Fee
The MCB steering committee organises the delegation on a purely voluntary basis. However, as with any international delegation, it is necessary to incur costs to make the delegation as effective as possible.
We have tried to keep our costs at a minimum, but it has become necessary to require applicants to pay a non-refundable application fee to cover our administrative and logistical costs.
An application is not valid without such payment. The fees for applications is GBP100.
The Application Fee may be paid by visiting this website. The fee is refundable only if an application is rejected.
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Terms and ConditionsDelegation terms
Attendance at meetings/workshops • organised by the MCB is at the absolute discretion of the steering committee.
The steering committee reserves the • right to amend the programme.
Each successful applicant will be • deemed to have confirmed that:
(a) their name and organisation may be shared with other successful applicants;
(b) they will be available to attend for the full duration of the World Islamic Economic Forum (28th to 30th October 2014); and
(c) they will provide their feedback on the activities of the delegation after the trip.
All delegates must demonstrate • an appropriate level of respect and courtesy to other delegates.
Delegates must conduct themselves at • a standard that would reasonably be expected from professionals attending an international conference attended by heads of state and industry leaders.
Can I still attend the WIEF if I am not accepted as part of the delegation?
Yes. The MCB will organise its own
programme in parallel to the WIEF. This would not prevent people attending the WIEF independently.
The MCB is in the process of securing a discount to the main conference for applicants who apply to join the MCB’s
delegation unsuccessfully.
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Kuwait, 2008
Previous Delegations
Indonesia, 2009 Malaysia, 2010
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Kazakhstan, 2011
Previous Delegations
Malaysia, 2012
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London, 2013
“Already London is the biggest centre for Islamic finance outside the Islamic world. But today our ambition is to go further still. Because I don’t just want London to be a great capital of Islamic finance in the Western world. I want London to stand alongside Dubai and Kuala Lumpur as one of the great capitals of Islamic finance anywhere in the world.”The Rt Hon David Cameron MP
The time has surely come for our financial institutions to recognize that the Earth is not a limitless resource that can be plundered at will, and to integrate that principle of stewardship into our financial structures. This is where I believe the World Islamic Economic Forum and Islamic – or “Alternative” – Finance can make a significant contribution.HRH The Prince of Wales
The MCB was instrumental in bringing the WIEF to London last year. The MCB also assisted with planning for the forum and hosted several seminars. The MCB also launched the Muslim Pound publication at the Forum: http://www.mcb.org.uk/muslimpound/
Previous Delegations
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