The UAE Singapore Business Council (UAESBC) and the Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB)  have great pleasure in inviting you to an online presentation by  ADCB's Chief Economist, Dr Monica Malik who will be connecting "live" from Abu Dhabi on 2 September 2020 at 4pm Korea Time (11am UAE Time).

Dr Malik is a well-respected economist who has more than 20 years of experience specializing in the Middle East. In her presentation, Dr Malik will share the impact of the global pandemic on the economic outlook of the countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council who are not just key players in global energy markets, but also play significant roles in international trade and global investments. The details of the event and speaker are provided below.

In the spirit of cordiality prevalent in the UAESBC quarterly talk series, during the Q&A attendees of the event who have a question for the speaker will get to present it directly to her. Register now to secure your seat!   

Date: 2 Sep 2020 (Wednesday)

Time: 4pm to 5:30pm Korea Time

         11am to 12:30pm UAE Time

Registration: Click here to register

                  Compulsory registration by submitting registration form before 31 Aug (Mon).

About the Speaker

Dr Monica Malik has over 20 years of experience as an Economist specializing in the MENA region. Monica currently holds the position of Chief Economist at Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, where she established the Economic research team. Previously, Monica was the Chief Economist at EFG Hermes and as the lead person in the Economics tam. Before EFG Hermes, she was the Senior Economist for the MENA region at Standard Chartered, Dubai and at Dun & Bradstreet, London. Monica has authored a number of academic books and articles on Economic Development in the GCC. She has presented at a number of high profile conferences and participated in policy round table discussions, as well as appearing regularly in the international media. Monica holds a Ph.D. in Economic Development in the Middle East focusing on Private Sector Development in Saudi Arabia from the University of Durham.