1:1 Meetings
Keynote Presentations
Panel Discussions
Round Table Conversations
Summary
Transforming Taxation: Insights and Innovations for MENA Economies
The MENA Corporate Tax Summit is a platform convening tax professionals, financial advisors, government officials, and legal experts to delve into crucial areas of corporate tax, VAT, e-invoicing, and taxation technology. This summit aims to explore regulatory updates, tax optimization strategies, and technological advancements relevant to both multinational corporations and local businesses. Participants will engage with industry leaders, share insights, and foster collaborations to strategize, network, and shape the future of taxation in the MENA region.
Topics
Day 1
- OPENING PANEL DISCUSSION: Evolution of Corporate Tax Laws in the MENA Region
- Impact of Global Minimum Tax on MENA Countries
- UAE: Free Zones and CT
- Transfer Pricing on Financial Transactions in MENA
- PANEL DISCUSSION: Tax Challenges Arising from Digitalization
- Convergence of Compliance Standards across UAE Regulations
- Substance Requirements and Taxation of Crypto Exchanges, Virtual Assets and Crypto Transactions
- The Essential Function of Tax Planning in Managing Organizational Risks
- Tax Incentives and Economic Diversification in MENA Economies
- CLOSING PANEL DISCUSSION: Building a Resilient Tax Team in an Evolving Regulatory Environment
Day 2
- OPENING PANEL DISCUSSION: Regional Updates on E-Invoicing
- What’s the Impact of Mandatory E-Invoicing on My Business?
- Automating E-Invoicing Processes: Streamlining Workflow Efficiency and Compliance
- E-Invoicing and VAT Compliance: Strategies for Success
- How VAT Policies Can Support Sustainable Development
- The Future of Indirect Taxes in a Digital World
- How VAT impacts Oil and Gas Sector
- Effective Management of VAT Disputes
- CLOSING PANEL DISCUSSION: Implementing VAT in MENA Countries: Lessons Learned and Best Practices
Speakers
Ruben Van Aarle
CEO and Co-Founder
Keeyns
Netherlands
Jigar Thakkar
Global Head of Tax and Finance
Advanced Inhalation Rituals
UAE
Naveen Sharma
Director of Internal Audit
Al Shirawi Group
UAE
Jesús Ricart Verdera
Head of Indirect Tax
Al Tayer Group
UAE
Manish Kothari
Group Head of Tax
AW Rostamani Group
UAE
Nessma Albehairy
Tax Section Head
Egypt Kuwait Holding
Egypt
Asiya Zargar
Tax Director
Agility
UAE
Bilal Asif
Finance Director
ArcelorMittal
Saudi Arabia
Mohamed Ghazala
Head of Tax
Gulf Coca-Cola Beverages
UAE
Fuad Shahin
MENA Head of Tax
DHL Group
Jordan
Nasir Mangi
Senior Finance Manager
Engie
Saudi Arabia
Nirav Shah
Director
FAME Advisory DMCC
UAE
Raza Ul Qadir
Group Head of Tax
Metito Overseas Ltd
UAE
Ramon Van Aarle
CEO and Co-Founder
Keeyns
Netherlands
Maurice van Hoven
Director of Business Affairs
Keeyns
Netherlands
Manish Arora
Tax Director
Schnieder Electric
UAE
Vishal Sharma
Managing Director
Alvarez & Marsal
UAE
Justin Whitehouse
Managing Director
Alvarez & Marsal
UAE
Joao Cabral
Group Head of Tax and Treasury
Dutco Group
UAE
Stanly Abraham
CFO - Middle East, North Africa, & Australia
Galadari Brothers Group
UAE
Pierre Arman
Managing Director
Alvarez & Marsal
UAE
Rahul Dinodia
Director of International Tax
Majid Al Futtaim
UAE
Gaurav Sharma
Director - Product Global E-invoicing
ClearTax
India
Riddhesh Shah
Senior Manager
Suntech Auditors & Consultants
UAE
Aastha Jain
Managing Director
FTI Consulting DIFC Limited
UAE
Kalaiarasan Manoharan
Tax Director
Noon
UAE
Naishadh Soneta
Managing Director
FTI Consulting DIFC Limited
UAE
Parth Sharma
Group Tax Lead
Dubai Holding
UAE
Nilesh Ashar
Senior Managing Director, Head of Middle East Tax
FTI Consulting DIFC Limited
UAE
Sheetal Soni
Partner
MICS
UAE
Ishan Kathuria
Partner – Indirect Tax
PwC
UAE
Kinjal Sampat
Associate Partner
MICS
UAE
Djanno Boskan
Senior Director | Tax Transformation & Technology
Alvarez & Marsal
UAE
Nadia Alamri
Director
Accu Group
UAE
Pooja Khetwani
Senior Solutions Consultant
Thomson Reuters Mena
UAE
Registered Companies Include
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Tax Professionals
- Tax Advisors/Consultants
- Tax Managers/Directors
- Transfer Pricing Specialists
- Tax Technology Providers
Finance and Accounting
- Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)
- Financial Controllers
- Accountants
Legal Professionals
- Tax Attorneys
- Legal Advisors
Corporate Executives
- Chief Executive Officers (CEOs)
- Chief Operating Officers (COOs)
Government and Regulatory Bodies
- Tax Authorities Representatives
- Policy Makers
Industry-Specific Specialists
- Professionals from sectors like Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, Real Estate
Testimonials:
“The conference was great and all speakers were experts in the field. The presented information was very insightful.”
– VAT Compliance Specialist, Viking Life-Saving Equipment, UK
‘Excellent opportunity to share ideas and exchange views with others. I especially enjoyed the interactive lunch as a platform to discuss in a smaller round. Thanks for the informative conference!’
– Tax Expert – Global Transfer Pricing, OMV, Austria
‘Very good experience, a lot of opportunity for networking, practical insight’
– Director European Tax, Electronic Arts, Switzerland
‘Good mix between advisors and private companies’
– Corporate Tax Advisor, Vestas Wind Systems, Denmark
Where and When?
10-11th December 2024
