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With the onset of a New Year, we are pleased to announce that 2017 commemorates the Bilateral Chamber of Commerce’s 20th Anniversary of providing insight, facilitating business connections and generating international deals. As we celebrate this important milestone, we will look back at the memorable achievements and recognize and thank the people that participated in the journey along the way. The Bilateral Chamber is a reflection of all who contributed their time, vision, support and commitment throughout the years.
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| Looking Back on Program Milestones
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Year 2002: Inaugural Trade Mission to Saudi Arabia
Led by T.H. Lee Brown, City of Houston Mayor (1998-2004) |
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H.E. Abdullah Jumah, CEO of Saudi Aramco (1995-2008), hosted the offical delegation and
gave a personal tour of the impressive Shaybah Oil Field Project- one of Saudi Arabia's most expansive oilfields, with proven reserves estimated at approximately 14.3 billion barrels of oil and approximately 25 trillion cubic feet of gas. Click here to learn more.
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Upcoming Programs
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Partnership Insight Series: Arab Health 2017
January 30 - February 2, 2017
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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As strategic partners of the U.S. Pavilion at Arab Health 2017, we are proud to support the largest gathering of healthcare and trade professionals in the MENA region. With over 4,400 of the world’s leading healthcare companies representing more than 70 countries, Arab Health provides an engaging platform marked with ample opportunities for networking, business exchange and the highest level of healthcare education and training.
If you are interested in booking a space at the U.S. Pavilion for 2018 Arab Health, please contact the Bilateral Chamber at: programs@bilateralchamber.org
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| To learn more or register for the 2017 Arab Health general exhibition, click here. |
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Partnership Insight Series: EGYPS 2017
February 14-16, 2017
Cairo, Egypt
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EGYPS 2017 will bring together Egyptian and North African government representatives, key project owners, NOCs and IOCs, international service providers, EPC contractors, consultants and financiers to address the evolving opportunities in the Egyptian and North African energy arena.
The event, held under the high patronage of His Excellency Abdel Fatah El Sisi, President of The Arab Republic of Egypt, will help identify future business opportunities from Egypt's future project requirements, short and long term plans, strategic priorities and master-plans in order to gain insights into the wider North African oil and gas sector.
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| To learn more or register for the 2017 EGYPS, click here. |
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Education Insight Series: 10th Annual Model Arab League
February 18-19, 2017
University of Houston Clear Lake
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In Partnership With
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We invite you to register your school’s participation in the 10th annual Bilateral Model Arab League (MAL) regional conference.
Model Arab League will convene students representing over 12 countries including: Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Libya, Iraq, Oman, Qatar, Bahrain, Jordan, Morocco, among many others, to engage in a competitive and simulated dialogue concerning political, social, economic, and cultural affairs. Student delegates are to reach consensus and craft solutions to current issues affecting the Arab World, whereby building critical leadership, public-speaking, negotiation and diplomacy skills.
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Participating Universities Include:
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Click here to learn more and/or register your school’s delegation today. |
For more information on 2017 MAL sponsorship opportunities, contact Ms. Lucy Girgawy at: lucy@bilateralchamber.org or call: +1 713 880 8168. |
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Insight to MENA: 20th Anniversary of the OTC MENA Reception
May 1, 2017
Houston, Texas |
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Expert Insight Series:
Houston EB5 - Premier Partners for MENA Investors
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As a U.S. Citizenship & Immigration Services (USCIS) designated EB-5 Regional Center, Houston EB-5 sponsors and develops real estate projects for international investors who wish to establish permanent legal residency in the U.S. The group creates value for clients through upscale retail, office, residential, mixed-use and suburban projects.
Houston EB5 closely aligns their goals and objectives with those of investors and development partners, creating mutually beneficial relationships the world over. They seek to secure sound investment opportunities with key countries and regions in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to complete capitalization of real estate development projects located in premier locations.
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Click here to learn more.
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COMPLETED PROJECTS
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Expert Insight Series:
Four Requirements for EB-5 Qualifications
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Attorney Sebastian Simon explains the four main qualifications for an EB-5 Immigrant Investor Visa:
The EB-5 Visa or Investment Based Green Card is granted to investors who meet the proper qualifications first on a two-year conditional basis, and then made permanent if it is determined that the investment has met the necessary qualifications. Therefore, if approved, the investor will become a legal permanent resident, and will have a path to naturalization. The investor may bring a spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21 as accompanying relatives.
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