1. GCC Economy “Challenges & Opportunities” Presented by: Khaled Alderbesti

2. “Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are poised to invest $700 billion in the oil and gas sector, infrastructure, and real estate projects in three to four years”. IMF (Oct. 10 2007) Gulf oil producers recorded current account surpluses of more than $239bn in 2006, and rising to $259bn this year. Financial Times (Nov. 10 2007)

3. GDP 1996-2007

4. GCC Economy Strategic Position on the Global Economy Investment Opportunities in Local Market. Financial Strength.

5. Strategic Impact Major Oil & Gas Producer. Hold the Largest Oil & Gas Reserves. The Global Economic Growth Required More Energy. Unable to Find Alternatives.

6. Opportunities Investment in Energy Sectors. Investment in Real Estate. Promoting Knowledge Economy.

7. Private and Sovereign Funds Portfolio Investments. Strategic Sectors (Ports, Energy). Major player in Financial Institutions.

8. Exploiting The Current Situation: Overseas Investment Opportunities. Secure Board/Management Control. Engage in Strategic Alliances. Engage in More Bilateral and Multilateral. Economic Agreements. Diversify to Other Sectors.