11th Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum testimonials

“It was my pleasure to take part in the 11th Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum. The level of organization and the diversity of topics and the wide participation of Greek and Arab businessmen are all indications of the success of the Arab-Hellenic Chamber in coming up always with well-designed events in every aspect. Congratulations.” Mohammed Abdo Saeed Board Member, Owners’ Properties, Hayel Saeed Anam Group, Yemen President, Federation of Yemeni Chambers of Commerce and Industry & Board Member, Arab-Hellenic Chamber

“The “11th Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum” added another important and positive element to the project of the Arab-Hellenic Chamber, by opening new channels of communication between Greece and the Arab World. The participants had the opportunity to attend important lectures and presentations by selected speakers, but also to network and meet their counterparts from all Arab countries. We can say without a doubt, that this year’s exceptional program and the direct meetings brought one step closer to positive developments at all business levels.”

Nicholas Vlachakis Managing Director, NEOKEM S.A. & Board Member, Arab-Hellenic Chamber, Greece “The 11th Forum was rich in the topics it tackled and the sectors it presented. The sessions have been professionally balanced in dealing with the most challenging business matters. I commend on the Executive Management of the Chamber for their outstanding and impressive organization of this Forum. Congratulations.”

Dr. Khalid K. Al Hajri Energy Expert Board Member of Qatar Chamber of Commerce

“The Forum was indeed a forwardthinking and stimulating brain feed by thoughtful minds over inspiring solutions and visions for future progress in strategic economic relations between Greece & the Arab world. We greatly appreciate the invaluable role of the Arab Hellenic Chamber of Commerce and Development and its commitment for an everflourishing Arab – Hellenic economic partnership.”

Prof. Dr. Khaled Hanafy Secretary General, Union of Arab Chambers, Lebanon & Board Member, Arab-Hellenic Chamber

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“The 11th Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum was, by all means, a successful event. The presentations were interesting, engaging the audience in a fertile dialogue with the speakers that will, hopefully, lead to tangible results. Especially in the energy session, the domain I work in, I had the pleasure to moderate a group of pioneering, high-ranking personalities.” CEng. Ilias Savvakis Director of Operational Development, DEDA S.A. & Board Member, AHCCD, Greece

“The 11th Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum has provided an ideal opportunity for the business community in the UAE and Greece to upgrade their economic integration, and explore ways to benefit from each other's economic visions. It also introduced the private sector of both nations to their economic visions in order to boost their cooperation, partnership, and mutual investments. The event has provided participants with an opportunity to exchange knowledge and experiences, and discuss ways of cooperation in many economic fields.”

Abdallah Sultan Al Owais Chairman, Sharjah Chamber & Vice Chairman of Emirates Chambers, UAE “It was a special pleasure for me to attend the 11th Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum in Athens and to deliver a speech on the occasion of this enormously important format. The Arab-Hellenic Chamber plays an essential role in promoting and deepening not only Arab-Greek but also Arab-European economic relations, which is why it is a matter close to my heart to support it in all future activities.”

Abdulaziz Al-Mikhlafi Coordinator General, Arab-Foreign Joint Chambers & Secretary General, Arab-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GHORFA), Germany

“Τhe 11th Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum held on 25th & 26th October 2022 set a new record as to the number of visitors and participants with over 250 businessmen from 18 Arab countries and 122 representatives of Greek companies. I would like especially to thank the Secretary General, Mr. Rashad Mabger, for the opportunity to present the competitive advantages of Greece, such as the rich cultural heritage, the natural beauty and the geographical diversity of the Greek Tourism ecosystem that has in recent years attracted significant investments, strengthening the image of the country both as tourism destination of global scope and a market with excellent investment opportunities.”

Olympia Anastasopoulou Secretary General for Tourism Policy & Development Ministry of Tourism, Greece

“It was my honor to participate in the 11th Arab Hellenic Economic Forum in Athens on 25-26 October 2022, representing the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and its economy. I highly commend you on the outstanding organization of the forum and the distinguished speakers and the high number of the audience attended. Subjects were selected carefully and successfully and they were current and up-to-date. Once again I thank you for hosting me and I wish you future successful events.” Eng. Omar A. Bahlaiwa Founder & President Optimum Business Consulting Bureau (OBCB), Saudi Arabia

“Thank you for the opportunity to chair the session on the agrifood sector in the 2nd Business Gathering "Greece and the GCC countries". The conference provided great opportunities to network and share issues and ideas while all the speakers were insightful and informative. Your support and the organization of such an event are very important especially for the agrifood sector being a key sector nowadays that the world is facing all kinds of challenges. Thank you for all of your hard work to provide such a well-organized and informative event.” Ioulia Drossinou Head, Department of International Affairs Directorate of Agricultural Policy Documentation & International Affairs Ministry of Rural Development & Food, Greece “I wish to express my gratitude for your personally and to the Arab-Hellenic Chamber for hosting the “11th Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum” and for your kind hospitality, treat and for creating the proper climate for the success of this Forum. I also seize this opportunity to express my deep thanks for giving me the floor to address the esteemed audience from Greece and the Arab countries to speak about the energy activity in Libya and to enhance the cooperation between our countries. I thank you for this success and hope to meet soon in such Forums.”

Eng. Husein Abdullah Safar Board Member, National Oil Corporation, Libya

“We were very much impressed by the organization of the scientific events and the fruitful B2B meetings, and the discussions and deliberations had a wonderful impact on the audience not to mention the dinner which took place in a friendly environment for the exchange of business cards and to get acquainted among the businessmen and invitees respectively. We thank you very much for this wonderful meeting.”

Prof. Ahmed Eltigani Abdelrahim Ahmed Elmansouri CEO, Al Rawabi Dairy Co. LLC, UAE

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“It was an honour to be invited to speak at the session of the GCC business gathering focused on the knowledge and opportunities offered between the two sides in the food-processing industry. By attending this efficiently structured forum we have shared our multidimensional experiences so we can effectively further upgrade the traditional Arab-Hellenic cooperation in the Food sector. An excellent opportunity to gain learning and to establish or enforce connections.”

Antonis Rokakis President, Chania Chamber of Commerce & Industry & Managing Director, “Crete Fish”/Rokakis S.A.

“It was my pleasure to be a speaker at the Arab Hellenic economic forum, talking about the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing in Iraq and the region, and the prospective cooperation in this sector between the Greek and Arabic sides, as we pursue a thriving growth of the pharma manufacturing to serve our country and the region.”

Dr. Rafea Al Rawi CEO, The Modern Company for Drug Industry & CEO, Al-Andalus Private Hospital, Iraq “On behalf of Durostick S.A., I would like to congratulate Mr Rashad Mabger & the whole organization team, on the great performance of their recent twoday conference. The value of cooperation for business activities & the cultural bonding in order to lead for higher creativity, between Arab & Greek attendances was a huge success.”

Despina Prinia Marketing Durostick S.A. Greece

“The 2022 Arab-Hellenic Economic Forum showcased how strong, supportive and constructive the Arab-Hellenic cultural and economic relations are. The occasion also demonstrated the AHCCD’s leadership’s deep appreciation of its Secretariate dedicated work. The women who organized the AHCCD's Forums and events received beautiful bouquets and special recognition from the Secretary-General for cultivating fruitful synergies between these two worlds.”

Anthi Kalomiri Communications Department Head, Assistant Professor Corporate Partner Admissions Counselor Webster Athens