UNDER THE PATRONAGE of

Partners

MEQA

The Middle East Quality Association (MEQA), was launched in 2006 and is devoted entirely to the promotion and dissemination of cutting-edge ideas, theories, and practices in the field of quality. The main purpose of MEQA is to pave way for economic growth and development in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and facilitate free flow of information and exchange of best practices in the field of quality. MEQA comprises today more than 39 organizations from countries including Lebanon, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, etc.

Platinum Sponsor

EIDA

Emirates Identity Authority (EIDA) is an independent federal authority established by virtue of the federal decree No. (2) of 2004. The decree has empowered the Authority with ultimate powers required for the execution of the Population Register and the ID card program. EIDA was established on 15th Shaaban 1425 H, Corresponding 29th September 2004 in accordance with the constitution and the federal laws and decrees related to the competencies of ministries and the powers of ministers, naturalization, passports and entry and residence of expatriates, the organization of births and deaths, the organization of labor affairs and the amending laws thereof, in addition to decrees related to the General Authority of Information and civil service at the federal government.

Gold Sponsor

RTA

Under the presidential leadership of H.H. Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, Roads &Transport Authority (RTA) came into development in first of November 2005. It is responsible for planning and executing transport and traffic projects in Dubai, preparing legislation and strategic plans, constructing major projects, and developing integrated solutions of road systems and marine networks that are in line with the city's rapid economic growth. It has six core service agencies; Traffic and Roads Agency, Public Transport Agency, Dubai Taxi and Licensing in addition to three supporting corporate organisational sectors: Strategy & Corporate Governance , Corporate Technical Support Services and Corporate Administrative Support Services Sector

DEWA

Media Partner

Dubai Press Club

Created under the patronage of HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashed Al Maktoum, UAE Vice President and Prime Minister, and ruler of Dubai, the Dubai Press Club is a well- established forum for journalists and media professionals to debate discuss and deliberate upon issues that are relevant to daily life. Dubai Press Club has endeavored to play a vital role in the growth of the regional media industry through the launch of unique initiatives such as the Arab Media Forum and the Arab Journalism Award. Providing members with incomparable services, resources and access to an elite global network, Dubai Press Club has proven to be one of the most active press clubs in the world. The club is dynamically involved in hosting and organizing workshops and seminars that focus on issues impacting the regional and international socio- political scenario. High profile speakers and senior delegates are periodically invited by Dubai Press Club to interact with the local and regional media, as well as visiting media professionals. As founder member of the International Association of Press Club (IAPC), Dubai Press Club facilitates a thriving forum for the exchange of information and ideas with members of press clubs worldwide.

Supporter

Dubai Press Club

The Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) is a professional working group devoted to protecting the environment through means of education, action programs and community involvement. EEG is actively encouraged and supported by concerned local and federal government agencies. It is the first environmental NGO in the world to be ISO 14001 certified and the only organization of its kind in the UAE with accredited status to the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD), the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)'s Governing Council, and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). EEG successfully formed the United Nations Global Compact Local Network for the GCC States. EEG is open to men and women of all nationalities, as well as to public and private organizations, academic establishments and international institutions.
For more information contact EEG:
Tel: 04-3448622, Fax: 04-3448677,
eeg@emirates.net.ae, www.eeg-uae.org