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Virtual Infrastructure Summit: UAE & Saudi Arabia
The Virtual Infrastructure Summits in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates offer U.S. companies opportunities to connect with key government officials, industry decision makers, and government agencies such as the U.S. Department of Commerce and EXIM Bank, through online sessions and optional virtual matchmaking.

MENA Infra Summit

At Each Infrastructure Summit, Participating Companies Have the Opportunity To:

  • Meet one-on-one with U.S. commercial diplomats from the region
  • Meet one-on-one with foreign buyers and ministry officials
  • Participate in panel discussions on the latest industry trends
  • Identify new and emerging markets of opportunity ahead of your competition
  • Learn about U.S. export programs designed to cut your time to market
  • Network with U.S. trade officials, from the U.S. Department of Commerce, the U.S. International Development Finance Corp (DFC), the U.S. Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), and the Export Import Bank of the United States (EXIM)
  • Connect with leading private sector exporters and a diverse community of U.S. businesses active in overseas market
Equipping U.S. Companies with the Tools to Compete in Saudi Arabia & UAE

Why Attend the MENA Infrastructure Summit?

Why the Gulf

The MENA Infrastructure Summits provide U.S. companies insights into one of the fastest developing regions in the world. From its fast-growing labor force to its strategic location at the intersection between Europe, Africa, and Asia, the Gulf and North Africa represents a region with great economic potential. As countries in the region pursue robust economic development plans, opportunities are rapidly emerging. The Infrastructure Road Shows aim to help U.S. companies compete for these opportunities.
A Favorable Business Environment
Countries in the region are looking to create environments conducive for good business. The UAE ranks first in the Middle East and North Africa in ease of doing business and 16th globally.
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High Export Potential and Qualified Workforce
The economic relationship between the U.S. and North Africa is already growing, with the region receiving 40% of all U.S. exports to Africa.
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Expansion of Innovative Industries
As governments in the region begin to prioritize diversification, opportunities are emerging in innovative industries from energy renewables to advanced manufacturing.
Learn more about Saudi Arabia

Sponsorship Opportunities

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Become a Sponsor

The MENA Infrastructure Summits are an excellent opportunity to position your organization as a U.S. trade leader. Participants will be provided a key forum for connecting with a variety of USG organizations and networking with key foreign government officials and industry decision-makers. Sponsors of the Summits will receive unparalleled exposure to our hundreds of event attendees and will receive exceptional visibility and services prior to and during the event.

To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please contact matt.baker@trade.gov