Inaugural Address by the President of the Republic of Djibouti

Supported by 6 & 7 November 2012, Djibouti Palace Kempinski, Djibouti Inaugural Address by the President of the Republic of Djibouti H.E. ISMAÏL OMAR GUELLEH President of the Republic of Djibouti, Head of Government Keynote Speakers H.E. Djama M. Haid Governor H.E. Khaled Mohammed Al-Aboodi & General Manager The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector, the private sector arm of the Islamic Development Bank Group (IDB), Saudi Arabia Platinum Strategic Partners Multilateral Strategic Partner Financial Solutions Partner Islamic Banking Technology Partner Gold Partner Silver Partner The Relationship Bank IBSA is a MEGA Brand. MEGA Brands. MEGA Clients. Market Leaders. Shaping the Future of the Global Islamic Finance Industry Since 1993 t:+971 4 343 1200 f:+971 4 343 6003 P.O. Box 72045, Dubai islamicbankingafrica.megaevents.net Powering Islamic Financial Markets IBSA 2012 is brought to you by the organizers of

Dear Banking and Finance Leader, For almost 2 decades the World Islamic Banking Conference (WIBC) has been at the forefront of the global Islamic finance industry, firmly establishing its reputation as the world s largest and most influential annual gathering of Islamic finance industry leaders. From a mere 120 pioneering delegates at its launch way back in 1994, the 18th Annual WIBC in 2011 continued this tradition of supporting growth, excellence and innovation in the industry - and broke new records with more than 1,200 attendees from 50+ countries joining over 60 market-leading partners and sponsors. Now we are delighted to present to you the latest innovative addition to our impressive portfolio of international Islamic finance events The Islamic Banking Summit: Africa (IBSA 2012) Islamic Finance: Capturing the Africa Opportunity New research reports indicate that as a result of the recent policy revisions, regulatory changes and economic reforms in key markets on the continent, Africa has been positioned as the third fastest growing region in the world, after the Middle East and Asia. The resurrection of Africa s trade ties with the rest of the world has resulted in an increased international investor interest in the region. It has been reported that the trade levels between Africa and the rest of the world has increased significantly over the last 10 years, charting a 170% increase in trade with the GCC and 45% growth with Asia. The rapid expansion of the major economies in the region has also resulted in the need to invest heavily in developing the infrastructure. These factors highlight the tremendous opportunity that Africa presents for the growth of Islamic finance and also indicates how Islamic finance can play a key role in catalysing economic development in the region. It is against this dynamic backdrop that MEGA is launching the Islamic Banking Summit: Africa (IBSA 2012). Held under the official support of the, IBSA 2012 will provide a high-profile platform to specifically focus on the opportunities and challenges that are forging the Islamic banking, finance and investment landscape in Africa. To be held on the 6th and 7th of November 2012 at the Djibouti Palace Kempinski, Djibouti, IBSA 2012 will feature critical discussions that will seek to Capture the Africa Opportunity in Islamic Finance. Islamic finance is undoubtedly one of the most exciting and high growth areas of the global financial sector. With the total assets of Islamic banks globally hitting the $ 1 trillion mark at the end of 2011 and with the industry expected to grow to US $ 2 trillion by 2015, financial centres outside the traditional Islamic markets of the Middle East and South East Asia are increasingly positioning themselves to play a vital role in the further development of the Islamic finance industry and to attract investments that are Shari ah compliant. Africa presents a tremendous opportunity for Islamic finance and is probably the next logical or strategic decision for leading financial institutions looking to extend their products and services to a new high-potential market. Provided that the continent continues to grow at its current pace, which is the fastest in decades, incremental wealth creation will make it easier for the Islamic financial services sector to tap into this vast potential. We are delighted to be hosting and supporting this first Islamic Banking Summit: Africa (IBSA 2012) to be held in Djibouti and we see this event as a unique opportunity to engage the industry leaders in discussions that will seek to capture the Africa opportunity for Islamic finance. H.E. Djama M. Haid, Governor, Other upcoming MEGA Islamic Finance Events 17 & 18 October 2012, Gulf Hotel, Kingdom of Bahrain We are extremely delighted to confirm the participation of H. E. Ismail Omar Guelleh, President of the Republic of Djibouti and Head of Government, who will be delivering the inaugural address at IBSA 2012. The unique format of the agenda at IBSA 2012 together with the highprofile speakers, including key industry regulators, CEOs and thought leaders representing key regional markets, are designed to offer new insights into the most pressing issues facing the Islamic finance landscape in Africa. We are delighted to have confirmed H.E. Djama M. Haid, Governor, Central Bank of Djibouti and H.E. Khaled Mohammed Al-Aboodi, & General Manager of the Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector, the private sector arm of the Islamic Development Bank Group (IDB), Saudi Arabia who will be delivering special keynote addresses at IBSA 2012. IBSA 2012 will provide a powerful platform for industry players seeking to further build their presence in the dynamically evolving African markets for Islamic finance and to explore emerging opportunities which will further increase the momentum of growth. Register today and join the industry leaders and decisionmakers at the Islamic Banking Summit Africa (IBSA 2012) in discussions that will chart the future direction of the Islamic banking and finance industry in Africa. To find out more on how you can be a part of this prestigious event, please contact yasmeen@megaevents.net Yours sincerely, 19th Annual 9, 10 & 11 December 2012, The Gulf Hotel, Kingdom of Bahrain 9th Annual 4 & 5 February 2013, Kingdom of Bahrain 8th Annual 15 & 16 April 2013, Dubai, UAE 3rd Annual David McLean Chief Executive Islamic Banking Africa Summit (IBSA) A MEGA Brand 17 April 2013, Dubai, UAE MEGA Brands. MEGA Clients. Market Leaders. Shaping the Future of the Global Islamic Finance Industry Since 1993 13 June 2012, Hotel Istana, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia ISLAMIC FINANCE: Capturing the Africa Opportunity

For updated agenda please visit: islamicbankingafrica.megaevents.net ENGAGE THE INDUSTRY LEADERS @ IBSA 2012 Inaugural Address by H.E. ISMAÏL OMAR GUELLEH President of the Republic of Djibouti Head of Government KEYNOTE SPEAKERS H.E. Djama M. Haid Governor H.E. Khaled Mohammed Al-Aboodi & General Manager The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector, the private sector arm of the Islamic Development Bank Group (IDB), Saudi Arabia OTHER CONFIRMED SPEAKERS @ IBSA 2012 Abdalla Abdulkhalik Director & Head of Business Asad Aziz Ahmed Managing Director Dr Muhammad Al-Bashir Muhammad Al-Amine Group Head - Shari ah Assurance Dept Bank AlKhair Ismail Ali Director - Banking Marketing and Global Operations International Turnkey Systems (ITS) Abdul Rahman Awl Vice Chairman Board of Directors Dr. Mohamed Salim Badamana Member Shariah Advisory Board Khalid Bhaimia Head of Islamic Banking BankT&D Consulting Cassim Docrat Director DDCAP (DIFC) Limited Dr. AbdulGadir Warsama Ghalib Senior Legal Advisor & Professor of Law American University, Bahrain Dr. Aznan Hasan President, Association of Shariah Advisors in Islamic Finance Assistant Professor and Shariah Advisor, International Islamic University Malaysia Prof. Prince Mike Ikupolati Director General/ Head of Mission West African Insurance Institute Basel A. Haj-Issa Saba Islamic Bank Ahmed Jaffer Partner-Islamic Financial Services KPMG in South Africa Humayun Jamshed Senior Director-Islamic Banking & Finance SAB International Rosie Kmeid Global Head - Corporate Communications & Marketing Path Solutions Akin A Ogunbiyi Group Managing Director/ Chief Executive Officer Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc Mohammad Farrukh Raza Founder and Managing Director Islamic Finance Advisory and Assurance Services (IFAAS) Mufti Aziz ur Rehman Manager Shariah Mawarid Finance PJSC Dubai Dr. Bashir A Umar Special Advisor to the Governor - Non Interest Banking Central Bank of Nigeria Josue T Waffo JM Capital Africa Dr. Suleiman Walhad Etsuaki Yoshida Director & Senior Economist Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) To participate in this prestigious event, please contact yasmeen@megaevents.net

For updated agenda please visit: islamicbankingafrica.megaevents.net Conference Day 1 TUesday 6th NoVEMber 2012 08.00 to 09.00 Registration and Refreshments 09.00 Opening of the Islamic Banking Summit - Africa (IBSA 2012) 09.00 to 09.05 Moderator s Opening Remarks Moderator: Etsuaki Yoshida Director & Senior Economist Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) 09.05 to 09.20 Inaugural Address by H. E. ISMAÏL OMAR GUELLEH President of the Republic of Djibouti, Head of Government 09.20 to 09.40 Opening Keynote Address: Strengthening Government Support for the Development & Growth of Islamic Finance in Africa Opening Keynote Speaker: H.E. Djama M. Haid Governor To what extent is Africa ready for Islamic finance? How strong government support can create the foundation for Islamic banking to progress in Africa Targeting key initiatives that will advance Islamic finance 09.40 to 10.00 Keynote Address: Islamic Finance as a Catalyst for a New Wave of Economic Development in Africa Keynote Speaker: H.E. Khaled Mohammed Al-Aboodi & General Manager The Islamic Corporation for the Development of the Private Sector, the private sector arm of the Islamic Development Bank Group (IDB), Saudi Arabia Connecting Africa and the World through Islamic finance How Islamic finance can mobilize trade and investment flows into Africa 10.00 to 10.50 Session 1: Keynote Power Debate: How Islamic Finance Players Can Tap Into and Capture the Opportunities in Africa Session Chair: Abdul Rahman Awl Vice Chairman Board of Directors Keynote Debaters: Dr. Suleiman Walhad Asad Aziz Ahmed Managing Director Basel A. Haj-Issa Saba Islamic Bank Cassim Docrat Director DDCAP (DIFC) Limited Defining the nature of the Africa opportunity and scoping the challenges to be overcome Which key African markets are making headway in terms of Islamic banking? Identifying the type of opportunities that exist for Islamic finance in Africa: - Sukuk - Project Finance - Trade Finance - SMEs - Consumer banking How can Islamic banking support growth across the industrial, agricultural and minerals sectors in Africa? 10.50 to 11.20 Opening of the Islamic Banking Summit Africa (IBSA 2012) Networking and Refreshment Break 11.20 to 11.35 Session 2: Harnessing Technology to pave the Road for Islamic Banking Speaker: Ismail Ali Director - Banking Marketing and Global Operations International Turnkey Systems (ITS) Islamic Banking Trends Competitive Landscape Technology as an Enabler 11.35 to 12.15 Session 3: Shari ah Roundtable: Shariah Compliance & Standardisation Issues for Islamic Finance in Africa Panelists: Dr. Aznan Hasan President, Association of Shariah Advisors in Islamic Finance; Assistant Professor and Shariah Advisor, International Islamic University Malaysia Dr Muhammad Al-Bashir Muhammad Al-Amine Group Head - Shari ah Assurance Dept Bank AlKhair Dr. Mohamed Salim Badamana Member Shariah Advisory Board Mufti Aziz ur Rehman Manager Shariah Mawarid Finance PJSC Dubai Understanding Shari ah compliance in the context of Africa International standardization challenges The role of the Shari ah board in Islamic banks in Africa 12.15 to 13.00 Session 4a: Islamic Capital Market Development in Africa: Capitalising on the Potential for Sukuk Speakers: Dr. Suleiman Walhad Abdalla Abdulkhalik Director & Head of Business Josue T Waffo JM Capital Africa What can be done to accelerate the development of Islamic capital markets in Africa? Exploring the potential for Sukuk issues in Africa The outlook for sovereign Sukuk issuances in Africa and what prospects for corporate Sukuk? 13.00 to 13.10 Session 4b: AAOIFI-Certified Technologies to Support the Growth of Islamic Finance Speaker: Rosie Kmeid Global Head - Corporate Communications & Marketing Path Solutions 13.10 to 13.15 Moderator s Summation Remarks 13.15 to 14.30 Conference Luncheon 14.30 to 15.30 Session 5: Interactive Roundtable - Global View, Africa Focus: Assessing the Latest Research on the Global Islamic Finance Industry & Drawing Lessons for the Development of Islamic Finance in Africa Panelists: Ahmed Jaffer Partner-Islamic Financial Services KPMG in South Africa Mohammad Farrukh Raza Founder and Managing Director Islamic Finance Advisory and Assurance Services (IFAAS) Khalid Bhaimia Head of Islamic Banking BankT&D Consulting 15.30 Close of Day 1 State of the global Islamic finance industry a snapshot of where the international industry is today Research insights into the Islamic banking, Takaful and investments markets globally and implications for development in Africa Key priorities: What does Africa need to do in order to advance the position of Islamic finance? ISLAMIC FINANCE: Capturing the Africa Opportunity

For updated agenda please visit: islamicbankingafrica.megaevents.net Conference Day 2 WEDNesday 7th NoVEMber 2012 08.00 to 09.00 Morning Refreshments 09.00 to 09.05 Moderator s Opening Remarks Moderator: Etsuaki Yoshida Director & Senior Economist Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) 09.05 to 09.50 Session 6: Creating & Implementing the Regulatory, Governance & Legal Frameworks for Islamic Finance to Thrive in Africa Speakers: Dr. Bashir A Umar Special Advisor to the Governor Non Interest Banking Central Bank of Nigeria Abdul Rahman Awl Vice Chairman Board of Directors Dr. AbdulGadir Warsama Ghalib Senior Legal Advisor & Professor of Law American University, Bahrain What are the best practices for a regulatory architecture in Africa? Complying with international industry standards Addressing governance priorities for Islamic banking in Africa Risk management and ratings issues 09.50 to 10.35 Session 7: Retail Banking Roundtable: Assessing the Challenges & Opportunities for Islamic Consumer Banking in Africa Panelist: Humayun Jamshed Senior Director-Islamic Banking & Finance SAB International What are the prospects for Islamic consumer banking in key African markets? What challenges need to be overcome in order to tap into the consumer banking opportunity? 10.35 to 11.05 Refreshment Break & Networking at the Islamic Banking Summit Africa (IBSA 2012) 11.05 to 11.50 Session 8: Assessing the Opportunities for Takaful in Africa Speakers: Akin A Ogunbiyi Group Managing Director/ Mutual Benefits Assurance Plc Prof. Prince Mike Ikupolati Director General/ Head of Mission West African Insurance Institute Exploring the prospects for Takaful in key African markets Reviewing value propositions and business models for a successful Takaful business in Africa Learning lessons from the more established Takaful markets in the Middle East and Malaysia 11.50 to 12.45 Session 9: Key African Markets in Focus: Exploring Specific Regional Initiatives & Opportunities in North, East, West and Southern Africa Panelists: Josue T Waffo JM Capital Africa Mohammad Farrukh Raza Founder and Managing Director Islamic Finance Advisory and Assurance Services (IFAAS) Dr Muhammad Al-Bashir Muhammad Al-Amine Group Head - Shari ah Assurance Dept Bank AlKhair Which countries are best placed to progress Islamic finance? Where are the best opportunities? What initiatives are currently underway in key markets and what still needs to be done? 12.45 to 13.00 Moderator s Closing Remarks 13.00 to 14.30 Conference Luncheon 14.30 Close of the Islamic Banking Summit Africa (IBSA 2012) Supported by WIBC: For 19 Years the World s Largest Annual Gathering of International Islamic Finance Leaders To participate in this prestigious event, please contact sophie@megaevents.net Sponsorship & Exhibition Opportunities The Islamic Banking Summit Africa will provide unrivalled high-impact brand visibility and ensure that you are at the forefront of shaping the future of the regional Islamic industry. IBSA 2012 also presents a unique opportunity to nurture key client relationships in a substantive and issues-driven programme. To discuss your specific business needs please contact Yasmeen Shah at yasmeen@megaevents.net Special Delegate Packages Take advantage of the special Group Delegate packages to send your executive team to participate in the Islamic Banking Summit Africa. To receive further details on attending IBSA 2012 please email Ajay Das at ajay@megaevents.net

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