Recognizing their passion and contribution to the advancement of the Arab region, Forbes Middle East revealed its long-awaited list of the Top 100 Indian Leaders in the UAE at an impressive ceremony hosted on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 at The Oberoi, Dubai, Business Bay, UAE. Guests of honor at the event were H.E. Dr. Shashi Tharoor, Minister of State for Human Resource Development, Government of India, H.E. Mr. M K Lokesh, Ambassador of India to the UAE and Dr. Nasser Bin Aqeel Al Tayyar, President of Arab Publisher House, the publishers of Forbes Middle East. In an event that was well attended by various leading figures operating in the private, public and government spheres, the evening was complemented by valued partners, including Bank Julius Baer, The Oberoi, Dubai, Meydan Sobha - Developers of Mohammed bin Rashid City – District One, Institute of Management Technology, Dubai, Montegrappa, Colors, and Tarteeb Media. Addressing the audience as the keynote speaker, Dr. Tharoor said: “Given the historical links between the Middle East and India, and this region's own unique location at the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe, it gives me great pride to celebrate the remarkable contribution of Indians to the economic resurgence of the Middle East.”
Following the awards ceremony Mr. Lokesh, the Indian Ambassador to UAE, and Dr. Nasser Bin Aqeel Al Tayyar, President of Arab Publisher House, revealed the latest issues of Forbes Middle East - Arabic and English, featuring the Top Indian Leaders in the UAE ranking amidst applauses. Extending his support to this prestigious event, Mr. Rolf Schaerer, Global Market Head India Sub-Continent and NRI, Bank Julius Baer, said: “Julius Baer is pleased to be associated with Forbes Middle East as a preferred partner for this ‘Top Indian Leaders in the UAE’ event. It reaffirms the Bank’s leading position in the global wealth management industry and as the new reference point in private banking by allowing us to help promote global prosperity and best practices in leadership.” Sharing his experience at the occasion, The Oberoi, Dubai’s General Manager, Mr. Karim Bizid commented: “With the opening of The Oberoi Group’s newest luxury five star hotel in the region - The Oberoi, Dubai, we were delighted to partner with Forbes Middle East to host this very special evening of recognition. The Oberoi, Dubai offers discerning business and leisure travelers an oasis of tranquility with service which is warm, caring and personalized. We are confident that The Oberoi, Dubai will add tangible value to the hospitality sector in the United Arab Emirates. It is my personal invitation to all to visit us and have the Oberoi experience!”
Following the awards ceremony Mr. Lokesh, the Indian Ambassador to UAE, and Dr. Nasser Bin Aqeel Al Tayyar, President of Arab Publisher House, revealed the latest issues of Forbes Middle East - Arabic and English, featuring the Top Indian Leaders in the UAE ranking amidst applauses. Extending his support to this prestigious event, Mr. Rolf Schaerer, Global Market Head India Sub-Continent and NRI, Bank Julius Baer, said: “Julius Baer is pleased to be associated with Forbes Middle East as a preferred partner for this ‘Top Indian Leaders in the UAE’ event. It reaffirms the Bank’s leading position in the global wealth management industry and as the new reference point in private banking by allowing us to help promote global prosperity and best practices in leadership.” Sharing his experience at the occasion, The Oberoi, Dubai’s General Manager, Mr. Karim Bizid commented: “With the opening of The Oberoi Group’s newest luxury five star hotel in the region - The Oberoi, Dubai, we were delighted to partner with Forbes Middle East to host this very special evening of recognition. The Oberoi, Dubai offers discerning business and leisure travelers an oasis of tranquility with service which is warm, caring and personalized. We are confident that The Oberoi, Dubai will add tangible value to the hospitality sector in the United Arab Emirates. It is my personal invitation to all to visit us and have the Oberoi experience!”
