7^th Caspian International Conference and Showcase
BANKING & FINANCE
1-2 March, 2012
Baku, Azerbaijan

Azerbaijan – investment and economic climate

Discover Azerbaijan, one of the world’s most attractive countries for investment, due to rapid economic growth and excellent business opportunities.  Azerbaijan has been named as one of the top reformers in improving business regulations by the World Bank and the International Finance Corporation.

All over the world, the economic crisis has taken its toll and industrial output is falling.  However, over the last five years, Azerbaijan has had the highest rate of economic development in the world, more than doubling the size of its economy and increasing budget expenditure ten-fold.  According to the World Economic Situation and Prospects 2009, a report published by the UN, Azerbaijan will continue to have the fastest developing economy in CIS.

CONFERENCE

The Caspian International Conference on Banking and Finance is a ‘not to be missed’ event for all those interested in the industry.  It is the largest trade event for the industry in Azerbaijan, gathering senior finance professionals from all over the region and providing:

• Up-to-the-minute, innovative content, tackling the issues that matter
• A great opportunity to discover trends, learn from others’ experiences and meet with colleagues
• A B2b and B2G format, enabling delegates to find out about local and regional banking systems
• An opportunity to network with representatives from banks, financial institutions and businesses
• Information about banking within the Caspian region – a major interest for the international community
• A forum in which to build profitable new business relationships

• The latest news about the banking and finance systems in CIS countries
• The impact of the global economic crisis on the financial markets across the region
• Islamic banking
• Fixed income markets
• The development of Azerbaijan’s equity market
• Risk Management practices in financial markets across the region
• Information systems for financial markets

Benefit from additional networking opportunities including:

• Coffee breaks
• Lunch breaks
• Gala Evening Reception

SHOWCASE

By participating in the showcase, you will be able to introduce new products and services into the market and build your business.  Furthermore, the neutral atmosphere makes it easier to meet new contacts and develop lasting partnerships.  The showcase is the ideal place to gauge demand for new goods and monitor your competitors.

You can participate in the following ways:

• Sponsorship of the conference and showcase
• Participating in the conference and showcase
• Attending the conference as a delegate
• Booking a display stand at the showcase
• Seminars and round tables
• Advertising opportunities