Dear WIBC 2009 Participant,

With much to digest and debate we look forward to meeting you at the 16th Annual World Islamic Banking Conference (WIBC 2009). More than 1,200 international delegates from over 50 countries will be gathering in Bahrain next week on the 6th, 7th and 8th of December to work towards new strategies for the global Islamic finance industry in light of the new economic realities that are emerging in a rapidly changing business landscape.

You do not want to miss:

The launch of the WIBC Competitiveness Report 2009/10
The Financial Crisis & the Way Forward

	A Critical Reference Source for Industry Decision Makers Providing Strategic Insights from McKinsey & Company will look at 4 key areas:

Developments in the Islamic Finance Landscape. The 2008-2009 economic crisis has impacted banks globally, with large markets for Islamic finance no exception. The Report answers, through practical and researched data, the question on the impact of the crisis to the Islamic Finance industry and offers insights into the future course of action for the industry Liquidity Management in the GCC. This year's Report addresses this vital issue in the GCC market and pinpoints approaches that the banks will have to develop if they are to manage their liquidity needs effectively going forward Exploring North Africa's Islamic Banking Landscape. The 2009/10 Report also highlights the long term challenges and opportunities for Shari'ah-compliant assets in the North Africa region Islamic Investment Management. In addition, this year's Report explores the critical success factors for Islamic wealth managers. Announcement of the Winners of the Prestigious World Islamic Banking Awards Insights from key decision-makers & heavyweight thought leaders in the global Islamic banking industry Networking opportunities with senior executives from these companies The World Comes to WIBC Bahrain Pavilion hosted by BAB and EDB UK Pavilion hosted by UKTI. Singapore@WIBC led by MAS Country Focus Roundtable on Italy, France Germany, Malta, India and China.