The Premier Franchise World Franchise Associates Event in the Middle East opens in South East Asia with royal patronage. World Franchise Associates have Venue: Convention partnered with Troy Franklin and his Centre, Jumeirah Beach team to cover countries in South Hotel, East Asia and the ASEAN region.

Dates: 21st and 22nd The ASEAN population exceeds 625 October 2014. million people, projected to grow by 19% adding another 115 million people by 2030. The Middle East North Africa (MENAFA) Franchise Association Expo will be held under the Royal Patronage of His Highness WFA's presence in South East Asia provides its existing Prince Bandar bin Saud bin Khaled bin Muhammad Al-Saud, portfolio of world class brands greater access to South East Honorary Chairman of the Middle East and North Africa Asia and the Asian region at a time when many franchise Franchise Association (MENAFA). brands are recognizing that the continued emergence of an affluent and informed middle class across the region is Over 70 regional and international franchise brands will be creating a substantial opportunity for development and showcased at the Convention. During the two days 500 growth. delegates will have the opportunity to attend as prospective development partners, making the MENAFA Expo the Click here for more information about World Franchise premier franchise event in the Region. Associates - South East Asia

For details visit http://menafa.org/expo/

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The following franchise businesses are currently inviting international applications from target markets. Please see full profile for country development information.

Popeyes Loisiana Bennigan's Al Abraaj Restaurants 9Round Park Burger Kitchen

Middle-Eastern/Arabic Authentic & flavourful American Fare - Irish Kickboxing Fitness Park Burger, the true starters, Grills and Rice Louisiana Hospitality Workout gourmet burger. dishes (USA) (USA) (USA) (USA) (Bahrain)

Slim Chickens Spun Candy Black Orchid Interiors Asgharali Fast Casual fresh The Concept chicken tender and International, Mexican Luxury London Confectionists - Oriental aromas wings, salads, cuisine franchise Furniture Brand Handmade Candy (Bahrain) sandwiches and wraps () (UK) (UK) (USA)

The Security The Toy Store Tcollege Pingu's English Fresh Healthy Vending Professionals Commercial, TTS - The Toy Swiss Quality Unique children’s residential, and Fighting obesity, one Specialist of choice! Education English language automotive locksmith snack at a time (UAE) (Switzerland) franchise (UK) services (USA) (USA)

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