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    Dubai set to host IBA's 2011 annual conference
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    The event is an opportunity for lawyers from around the world to meet and hear first-hand about legal developments in 
various jurisdictions. "We offer our sincere congratulations to The President His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Being selected as host for this prominent international event will further enhance the UAE's position on the global arena" said Dr. Omar bin Sulaiman, Governor of the Dubai International Financial Centre, and Vice-Chairman of the UAE Central Bank. Full Article at Middle East North Africa Financial Network
    We offer our sincere congratulations to The President His Highness Shaikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan, and His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Being selected as host for this prominent international event will further enhance the UAE's position on the global arena
    SOURCE: Middle East North Africa Financial Network 2 months ago

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