Multilaterals play a key role in MENA’s development. Although it is important that all voices are represented, development does not only occur from the top-down but from the bottom-up. Hear the local DFI perspective:

• What are MENA's DFIs prioritising?

• What trends and opportunities are happening at the grassroots?

• Which MENA countries are experiencing increased investment appetite?

• How can the industry support local and bilateral DFIs?

Fathima Lijiya

EVP, Head of Project & Corporate Finance, Wholesale & Institutional Banking at Emirates Development Bank, Commercial Bank of Dubai

Rudolf Putz

Head Trade Facilitation Programme (TFP), European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)

Moderator

Sean Keating

Editor, TXF

As the country sets its sights on Vision 2030, Saudi Arabia is attracting the attention of developers, exporters, and lenders alike. This session considers:

• The role of sovereign wealth funds in Saudi's burgeoning project pipeline
• Saudi's needs from the export and project finance markets
• Landmark projects in green hydrogen that will pave the way for new energy across the globe

Torsten Richter

Director, Treasury & Funding, CEER National Automotive Company

David Johnston

Partner, Norton Rose Fulbright

Moderator

Sean Keating

Editor, TXF