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    Posted 08-13-2014 04:13 PM
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    U.S. Department of Commerce Webinar Architecture Services Trade Mission to Qatar and Saudi Arabia

    PLEASE JOIN US!
    Recently, the American Institute of Architects and the International Trade Administration announced another opportunity to expand prospects for architects overseas with a trade mission to Doha, Qatar from November 17-19, 2014, with an optional mission stop in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The purpose of this mission is to introduce U.S. firms to the expanding and diversifying Qatari and Saudi markets. 

    We invite you to participate in a free webinar on August 20, 2014 to learn more about opportunities for architecture services and the trade mission to Qatar with an optional stop in Saudi Arabia.

    Doing business in the Gulf region is based on building personal relationships. Speakers will include firms actually working in the countries, and who will address the business climate and culture.

    Opportunities & Doing Business in Qatar
    Qatar is spending over $250 billion on physical infrastructure and other developments over the next 5 years with its 2030 Vision plan combined with the award of the 2022 FIFA World Cup. Best prospects include:
    • Mass transit related facilities (light rail and subway);
    • Stadiums & other entertainment venues
    • Schools
    • Hospitals
    • Commercial facilities

    Opportunities & Doing Business in Saudi Arabia
    Demands for AEC services in Saudi Arabia has been expanding on average 9% per annum. The FY2014 budget projects government spending at $219 billion. Best prospects include:
    • Master planning
    • Entertainment and hospitality venues
    • Hospitals
    • Schools
    • Commercial facilities

    REGISTER NOW
    https://emenuapps.ita.doc.gov/ePublic/event/editWebReg.do?SmartCode=4Q8W
    Date: August 20, 2014
    Time 12:00 Noon EST; 7:00 pm
    Doha & Riyadh
    Cost: Free

    For more information:
    Arica Young
    arica.young@trade.gov
    613-317-7358
    Eugene Alford
    eugene.alford@trade.gvov
    202-482-5071
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    Derek Washam
    Manager, Federal & International Programs
    The American Institute of Architects
    Washington DC
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