SAUDI-BRITISH BUSINESS WEEK continued A highlight of the week was the British Business Association Dinner, at which former footballer, manager and now pundit, Tommy Docherty gave an after dinner speech. This was the first event of its kind in Eastern Province and Tommy crowned a superb business week. Saudi British Business Week exceeded all expectations.
Initial reports from the Mission Leaders estimate that up to ÂŁ5.8 million of business was generated during the week. There was also a joint venture agreement penned between one of the companies and a major local group. As the companies return home and reflect on the week, we are fully confident that more business and joint ventures will be established. All 18
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of the fifty-five companies left the Kingdom convinced of the manifold business opportunities in Eastern Province. Most have expressed a wish to return to Al-Khobar with separate missions late this year. This is hugely encouraging. Hosting an event like this needed the support of many people and thanks go to our
superb sponsors. Without their support, Saudi British Business Week could not have happened: Asharqia Chamber of Commerce, Asharqia Business Ladies Centre, the British Council in Al Khobar and the British Business Association (BBA). Very special thanks also go to this year’s generous sponsors: A A Al-Turki Group (ATCO), Al-Kuhaimi Group,