United Arab Emirates Overview:

The United States has had friendly relations with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) since 1971, following its formation and independence from the United Kingdom. The two countries established formal diplomatic relations in 1972. The UAE plays an influential role in the Middle East, and is a key partner for the United States. The United States and the UAE enjoy strong bilateral cooperation on a full range of issues including defense, non-proliferation, trade, law enforcement, energy policy, and cultural exchange. The two countries work together to promote peace and security, support economic growth, and improve educational opportunities in the region and around the world. According to the U.S Department of Commerce, 95% of customers to purchase your products and services are outside the United States.

Why United Arab Emirates?

While the Covid-19 pandemic led to a global contraction in GDP, the U.A.E.’s economy has grown at a rapid pace over the last two decades and will continue to do so in future. According to the World Bank, the U.A.E.’s GDP increased from $104.4 billion in 2000 to $421.1 billion in 2019, when the World Bank last recorded the country’s GDP. This impressive GDP growth reflects the rich natural resources of the U.A.E., which holds the eighth-largest proved reserves of oil and natural gas in the world. In addition, this growth reflects broader U.A.E. efforts to develop and diversify its economy that have only accelerated as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.  In addition, the U.A.E. has launched extensive economic diversification and liberalization programs to reduce its reliance on oil. These programs aim to transform the U.A.E.’s economy to one based on knowledge, technology, and skilled labor.

Why Attending?

The Northern Virginia Hispanic American Chamber of Commerce, members, affiliates, partners and representatives are traveling as a group delegate from the United States to Dubai, United Arab Emirates to with the purpose of catalyze collaboration, stimulate innovation and create business and networking opportunities between our attendees and the target audience.  Participants will have the opportunity to enhance international networks engaging in activities that include meetings, attending the Future Innovation Summit, (https://vol2.dfisx.com/) have a cultural immersion, and have the opportunity to meet with UAE government representatives. 

To complement our trip, we have a rich agenda that includes breathtaking excursions with a journey that begins by exploring the old and modern neighborhoods of this cosmopolitan city water dinner cruise of Dubai.  Our week excursion agenda also includes a desert safari BBQ dinner and a trip to Abu Dhabi which is the capital city of the United Arab Emirates to marvel at the majestic Grand Mosque, one of the largest mosques in the world and much more.

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DISCLAIMER:

Our value proposition includes hotel, breakfasts, business meetings, transportation and the activities described on the itinerary.  Space is limited. Price of registration package are subject to change due high season traveling to Dubai.  To lock the current package price, it must be paid in full on the link provided below.   Our preferred airline to fly to  Dubai is Emirate Airlines departing on May 7th, 2022 from Washington, DC. (IAD to DXB)  You must do a separate booking on the airline website at https://www.emirates.com/us/english

This is a private delegation trip organized by Northern Virginia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. All attendees will be required to show complete vaccination proof against SARS-Covid19 and to show PCR test result 72 hours before departure.  Obtaining travel insurance is mandatory.  

If you are a business owner, the expense of this trip and other expenses during the trip such as meals, transportation and other are considered tax deductible under IRS U.S. Code § 162 a - Trade or business expenses.

Agenda

7:30 a.m. Registration

8:00 a.m. Brief Program followed by Speed Networking

Parking

Discounted parking ($10) is available in the garage below the hotel. The garage entrance is on 20th Street South. After parking, please exit the garage and walk across the hallway to enter the Marriott. Then, take the elevator up to the Mezzanine floor and follow signs for the Arlington Chamber of Commerce Breakfast.

COVID-19 Requirements

Attendees at all Arlington Chamber events will be required to provide proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.