Summit 26Th - 27Th September 2016

FOCUS IRAN SUMMIT 26TH - 27TH SEPTEMBER 2016

ESPINAS PALACE HOTEL TEHRAN, ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN

CO-ORGANIZER & LOCAL PARTNER ORGANIZED BY FOCUS IRAN SUMMIT

THE NEXT INVESTMENT FRONTIER Following many years of international trade isolation, Iran has returned to the global fore by opening its doors to foreign investments and alliances. A vastly abundant state of geo-strategic importance, Iran is a Middle Eastern dynamo with well-established capital markets, a rooted industrial sector, and at its core – a young and well- educated population of under 80 million people.

Diversification of the economy has propelled a flurry of activity from a range of industrial sectors. In preparation for global influxes in the form of knowledge, capital and technology into the market, a conducive and secure business regulation to protect foreign investments has been structured effectively. To further strengthen these bonds and transform its processes to meet global regulatory standards, Iran today has more than 60 bilateral investment treaties, a thriving human capital workforce and has already begun propelling itself towards the frontiers of economic success.

International Finance Magazine’s Focus Iran Summit aims to nurture partnerships for global investment banks, trade and business councils, PE and asset management firms, venture capitalists, legal counsel and academia, technology and service companies – who are keen to participate in Iran’s impending success in energy, banking and financial services, industrial and manufacturing, transport, infrastructure & ICT, tourism and mining. WHO WILL ATTEND?

• Chairmen and Board of Directors • C-Level Executives, Managing Directors and Managing Partners • Directors of Business Strategy, Finance, Sales and Marketing, • Business Heads of Country and Region • President, SVP, VP & Directors of International Operations and Development • Government, Academia, Trade and Business Councils • Country Risk Analysts & Legal Advisors • Global Technology Specialists and Providers • Management Consulting Services, Media & Press Relations Officers

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND? Delegates & stakeholders can engage with the best and brightest minds in Iran, who have chalked out a development strategy that could provide the country a wealth of opportunities. Through interactive panel discussions and presentations, the industry’s best will give you first-hand information about the country’s economic standpoint. In addition, you can be part of iFocus Meetings – speed networking sessions, followed by the opportunity to meet and interact with the right investors, thinkers and solution providers. FOCUS IRAN SUMMIT

SPEAKERS & ADVISORS

Marzieh Shahdaei Dr. Bahador Bijani Vice-Minister Vice-Chairman Ministry of Petroleum International & Foreign President Investment Affairs National Petrochemical Securities & Exchange Company Organisation Islamic Republic of Iran Islamic Republic of Iran

Sarosh Zaiwalla Hussein Alimorad Senior Partner Head of Investment Zaiwalla & Co. Management United Kingdom National Petrochemical Company Islamic Republic of Iran

Salman Nasr Dr. Siamak Goudarzi Senior International Chief Executive Officer Relations & Business Open Iran Development Expert Islamic Republic of Iran IMIDRO Islamic Republic of Iran

Dr. Johannes Engels Dominic Bokor Ingram Banking Supervision Investment Adviser Federal Financial Charlemagne Capital UK Ltd United Kingdom Supervisory Authority (BaFIN) Germany

Keyvan Jafari Tehrani Jhubin Alaghband Board Member Head of Private Equity Iron Ore Producers & Turquoise Partners Exporters Association of United Kingdom Iran (IROPEX) Islamic Republic of Iran

Dr. Abdolhossein Shiravi Dr Peyman Molavi Senior Legal Adviser & International Finance and Chief Negotiator (Buyback Investment Consultant Contracts) Euroinvest Petroleum Engineering & United Kingdom Development Company (PEDEC) Islamic Republic of Iran

Alireza Sadeghian Santiago Castillo Co-Founder & Vice COB Principal NetBarg.com & Tik8.com Roland Berger Strategy Islamic Republic of Iran Consultants U.A.E

Reza Masroor Clement Cappello Chairman and MD CEO Anzali Free Zone Sturgeon Capital Islamic Republic of Iran United Kingdom

Mahdi Rouhaninejad Mohammed Reza Azali Chairman & Director Co-Founder & Editor-In-Chief Teyf Group Research & TechRasa Consulting Islamic Republic of Iran Islamic Republic of Iran

Mozhdeh Pourmand Dr Esmaeil Sanaei General Counsel Managing Director & Board Unilever Member Islamic Republic of Iran Arya Hamaneh Samaneh Islamic Republic of Iran

Reza Pakdaman Dominic Dudley Founder Writer Rahnama Legal Forbes Associates United Kingdom Islamic Republic of Iran

Senior Member Senior Member Organisation for Central Bank of Iran Investment, Economic & (to be confirmed) Technical Assistance of Iran (to be confirmed)

AGENDA : DAY 1 26th September 2016 Time Programme

7:30 - 8:30 Registration

8:30 - 8:45 Keynote address

8:45 - 9:30 Investment climate in Iran post sanctions Panel • Investments by EU and Asia Discussion • Iran and its current geopolitical relations • Iran’s biggest strengths that global players are tapping into • Iran’s most profitable economic sectors and their role in economic upliftment • Sectors to be benefited most by lifting of sanctions • Planning long-term economic growth • Iran’s development plans for quality economic growth

9:30 - 9:55 CBI’s role in re-establishing banking systems • Iran’s new and improved look after sanctions – why are foreign investors coming to Iran? • Iran’s favourable trading history • Integrating with global standards – upgrading to Basel III • Exploring availability of future lending and dealing with existing non-performing loans (NPLs) • Reforms in favour of foreign trade – updating commercial codes & labour laws, improving stock market regulation • Macroeconomic policies – transparency in fiscal and monetary policies & tackling high inflation rates • Integration with global economy – ensuring financial stability, ease of foreign investors • Cross-border joint bank ventures for better financial cooperation

09:55 - 10:20 Iranian Capital Markets • Strengthening capital markets in Iran • Funding capacity of capital markets and their role in investments • Working with banks to manage interest rates and boost the Tehran Stock Exchange • Future of Capital Markets in Iran

10:20 - 10:45 Legal Implications of Doing Business in Iran • Background of economic sanctions • Obstacles faced while entering or returning to the Iranian market • Overcoming hurdles faced normally while dealing with sanction-heavy nations • Legalities of doing business in post-sanctions environment

10:45 - 11:00 COFFEE BREAK AND NETWORKING

11:00 - 11:25 Decoding FIPPA and other business laws • What is FIPPA and how does it help a foreign investor? • Sectors open to FDI under FIPPA • Insurance of business & assets under FIPPA • Settlement of disputes • Other important laws for doing business – Customs, Commercial Code, Tax Regulations, Registration of Patents & Trademarks

11:25 - 11:50 How to do business in Iran • Scope of doing business in Iran as a foreigner • Do’s & Don’ts for first-time businessmen • Use of Middlemen in carrying out business • Exploring market entry options

© International Finance Publications LTD FOCUS IRAN SUMMIT AGENDA : DAY 1 26th September 2016 11:50 – 12:35 Identifying economic challenges in Iran and resolving them Panel • Reconnecting Iran’s banks with the world Discussion • Accessing frozen assets overseas and using the funds for sector development • Tackling Iran’s inflation and rekindling economic growth – can Iran become the best performing ME economy? • Bringing the Rial back up – measures to increase Iran’s currency value

12:35 – 13:30 LUNCH BREAK

13:30 – 14:10 Putting Iranian companies on the global business map Panel • Analysing how Iranian business majors plan to go global Discussion • How are Iranian companies prepared to absorb foreign expertise? • Approaching JVs, partnerships, M&A with foreign investors • Gaining support from banks, financial institutions and local business partners to go global • Understanding and mitigating risks in the market prior to doing business

14:10 – 14:35 Freezones and SEZs – Iran’s regional stronghold made firmer • Why are freezones important to Iran’s growth story? • Iran’s special economic zones and their benefits to foreign investors • Law and regulatory frameworks supporting free zones • Free Zone Management in Iran • The road ahead for free zones following the lifting of sanctions

14:35 – 15:00 Reserved for Sponsor

15:00 – 15:15 COFFEE BREAK AND NETWORKING

15:15 – 16:00 Evolution of Iran’s Technology Sector Panel • Technology for a knowledge-based economy Discussion • Government measures in support of technological advancements • Policies in favour of a diversified economy • R&D in Iran and the road ahead

16:00 – 16:25 Reserved for Sponsor

16:25 – 16:50 Reserved for Sponsor

16:50 – 17:15 Reserved for Sponsor

17:15 – 17:20 Closing Remarks

CO-ORGANIZER & LOCAL PARTNER SUPPORTING PARTNER

AGENDA : DAY 2 27th September 2016

7:30 - 8:30 REGISTRATION

AMIRAN HALL

8:30 – 8:55 Project Showcase - Oil & Gas • Post-sanctions, Iran’s O&G has been receiving a lot of attention owing to abundant natural resources. This presentation will explore the range and number of projects in Iran and plans for future project development. 8:55 – 9:20 Iranian Petroleum Contracts – Modernising & Monetising the Petroleum Industry • Understanding new petroleum contracts • Technology transfer through IPC • IPC for foreign investment 9:20 – 10:10 Iran – The Next Middle East Trading Hub • Strategic location of Iran & trading significance • Decoding downstream sector • Developing ports & shipping facilities 10:10 – 10:35 Mining in Iran – Risk, Rewards and Project Focus • The opportunities in mining in Iran • Risks of engaging in mining business • Current & upcoming mining projects in Iran & their investment potential

10:35 – 11:00 Coffee Break

11:00 – 11:25 Clean Energy Generation – The Way Ahead for Iran’s Power Sector • Mapping the clean energy power generation plan • Analysing Iran’s clean energy generation potential in line with global trends • Potential projects & plans for investment in renewable energy

11:25 – 11:50 Banking 2.0 – Upgrading the Sector to Global Standards Panel • Steps to upgrade present-day banking systems and exploring banking innovation Discussion • Exploring synergy between local and foreign expertise • Mapping out step-by-step integration of Iran into the global banking network 11:50 – 12:15 Project Showcase – Transport • Transport – by road, rail, sea and air – has been a challenge in Iran and now, there are a host of investors lining up to improve transport infrastructure. This presentation will showcase the best of investment opportunities. 12:15 – 12:40 Project Showcase – Utilities & Construction • As Iran gears up to relaunch itself as an economic powerhouse, the presence of formidable and imposing structures, as well as quality construction projects is needed. Here’s where you can learn more about investment opportunities in construction & utilities.

12:40 – 13:05 Reserved for Sponsor

13:05 Lunch

MEETINGS AMIRAN HALL

Face-to-face sessions designed to enable business prospecting Connect, build and maintain direct relationships with decision-makers Access to exclusive market and project insights Linking global solutions firms with local distributors and experts

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