Gulf Conference 2012 - First Delegate Mailer

GULF CONFERENCE 2012 First Delegate Mailer

About Gulf Co

The Gulf is a region of great potential, with a growing youth population fuelling the competitive economy, opportunities here are endless. ! !

Gulf Conference 2012 aims to realise the region始s potential by equipping local youths with the knowledge, skils and attitude needed to run and sustain their local AIESEC committee, driving a further wave of regional growth?! !

Do you want to be a part of making this CHANGE and GROWTH?!

Content

1. About Qatar!

• Qatar General Information!

• Places to visit! !

2. Conference Details! !

3. Special Events !

4. How to apply? !

5. VISA Information!

Qatar, a former pearl-fishing centre and once one of the poorest Gulf states, is now one of the richest countries in the region, thanks to the exploitation of large oil and gas fields since the 1940s.! !

Quick Facts:!

Population: 1.9 million (UN, 2011) !

Capital: Doha !

Major language: Arabic !

Major religion: Islam !

Monetary unit: 1 Riyal = 100 dirhams !

Main exports: Oil, gas !

International dialing code: +974!

Average Temperature: 23.9ยบC (Nov) !

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History of Qatar

Since the mid-1800s, Qatar transformed itself from a poor British protectorate noted mainly for pearling into an independent state with significant oil and natural gas revenues, which enable Qatar to have a per capita income almost above the leading industrial countries of Western Europe. 
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Qatar is home to the Al Jazeera television station and is rapidly gaining interest among foreigners as it hosted the 2006 Asian Games and will be hosting the 2022 FIFA World Cup. !

Cities in Qatar 1.

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Doha - capital !

Al-Khor - northern municipality with a population of some 36,000, close to Ras Laffan LNG (liquefied natural gas) terminal !

Rayyan - second largest city with a population of some 275,000 !

Wakrah - Southern municipality. !

Other destinations: !

1. Khor Al Udeid (Inland Sea) - a region of rolling dunes and high revving engines, many tourists and locals alike enjoy racing up and down the seemingly endless sand dunes. There are a variety of tourism companies that will give you a guided tour of the region, often complete with a traditional Arab meal and campfire. !

2. Zubarah - Contains the ruins of a deserted city and a fort built in 1938 by Sheikh 'Abdu'llah bin Qasim Al-Thani. Also the planned site of the QatarBahrain Friendship Bridge which will allow road travel between NorthWest Qatar and Bahrain.!

Places to visit

Souq Waqif! !

The traditional old marketplace of Qatar. Has many good restaurants, especially at night time. Also sells many national products - bargaining is recommended. ! !

Katara !

Cultural village which is home to many international and Arab restaurants, a beautiful beach, and holds many cultural events. Definitely a place to see!

Our global village will be held there.!

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Places to visit

Museum of Islamic Art! !

The traditional old marketplace of Qatar. Has many good restaurants, especially at night time. Also sells many national products - bargaining is recommended. ! !

Corniche !

A waterfront promenade extending for several kilometers along the Doha Bay in Doha. Running parallel to the Corniche is Corniche Street, a main thoroughfare which connects Doha's emerging West Bay business district with the south of the city and Doha International Airport. !

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Places to visit

Villaggio Mall! !

A spectacular Venetian style shopping mall with a canal and gondolas as well. A huge variety of shops from casual to luxury. !

Villaggio is our mini Venice city!!

The Pearl! !

A man-made island connected to Doha by a bridge. You can find a big variety of restaurants and shops, mainly in the high range plus the awesome view of the sea from there.!

Conference Details

Conference Objectives 1. AIESEC in the Gulf realizes the time to grow is now.!

2. AIESEC in the Gulf knows the strengths and weaknesses of the region and how they can capitalize on or mitigate each.! !

3. AIESEC in the Gulf will collaborate on the development of a system or product that can help to grow AIESEC in the Gulf.!

Agenda Block Our Reality!

• We know the reality of the Gulf and understand our past performance.!

Learning from!

Each Other!

• We can learn from each other within the Gulf in order to grow quickly and sustainably. !

Leading the Gulf!

• We have the tools necessary to lead the Gulf forward and we are ready!!

Essa

MCP of AIESEC in Bahrain!

Katya

MCP of AIESEC in Oman!

Casey

Agenda Manager of GulfCo 12!

MCVP TM of AIESEC in Bahrain 11-12!

Catarina MCP of AIESEC in Qatar!

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Eman

MCVP (BD) of AIESEC in Bahrain!

Eleanor MCVP (ICX) of !

AIESEC in UAE!

Mahmood MCVP (OGX&F) of !

AIESEC in Bahrain!

Facis!

Special Events

Special Events

Global Village Discover new cultures and present your own culture to other delegates! !

Bring your traditional clothes, food, Music, art, games‌ anything that can represent your culture!! !

Enjoy the awesome journey around the world with other AIESECers. ! !

Dress code: Clothes that represent your country!!

Special Events

Local Market “Souq Waqif�, iterally translated to "the standing market�, is renowned for selling traditional garments, spices, handicrafts, and souvenirs. ! !

It is also home to dozens of restaurants serving cuisines from all over the world, as well as Shisha lounges. Although this market dates back at least a hundred years, it has been recently restored back to its original glory. It is now considered one of the top tourist destinations within Doha.!

Special Events

Gala Dinner Celebrate the success, enjoy the delicious food, and just have fun and much more in Gala dinner ! !

Dress code: Dress to impress!

Study Tour

Desert Safari Ride in a 4 x 4 and go for an adventure in the desert! ! !

Enjoy dune bashing and a breathtaking trip across the desert & over the sand dunes. You will also be travelling to the marvels inland sea area near the Qatar, Saudi Arabia boarders. There will be a desert permanent camp located on the crystal sandy beaches, where you can enjoy the view of the sand dunes, the beach, have a swim, sand skiing or relax along the beach. All this while the professional chef is preparing the BBQ for you! The camp is equipped with Bedouin style tents, carpeted and with traditional seating, sweet water for showers, and bathrooms. !

How to apply?

Fill in your application form through this link: ! http://gulfco2012.weebly.com/registration.html ! !

Delegate Fee! International delegates: QR 750 (US $ 215) !

This fee includes 4 days 3 Nights Accommodation in the hotel, Transportations, breakfasts and lunches during the stay! !

Local delegates: QR 250 ! ! ! *Note: The conference will provide only breakfast and lunch meals for 4 days 3 nights , and only dinner for the first night. The delegates will have to cover their 2 night始s dinner in Souq Waqif and Katara.!

Visa Information Countries with visa on arrival: !

United States of America Britain, France, Italy, Germany, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, Netherlands, Belgium, Luxembourg, Switzerland, Austria, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, Portugal, Ireland, Greece, Finland, Spain, Monaco, Vatican, Iceland, Andorra, San Marino, Liechtenstein, Brunei, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Poland, Hungary and South Korea! !

Countries that don始t need visa:!

Residents of the Gulf Cooperation Council!

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If you have to apply for Visa:!

The CC team will provide you with the document for Visa application, just make sure to send us a copy of your passport and resident visa/student visa (if available) to: gulfco2012@gmail.com before the 29 of October so that we can prepare you an invitation letter and follow up with your Visa.!

Contact us

We始re happy to answer any questions you may have!!

Reem .A.Hussin!

CC VP Delegate Servicing! reem2.dosa@aiesec.net ! !

Website: http://gulfco2012.weebly.com/ !

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