Abu Dhabi will host the second edition of the World Future Energy Summit (WFES) later this month, a forum that will discuss, debate and plan for future energy issues worldwide.

The first-ever World Pearl Forum is to be held under the patronage of HRH Princess Haya Bint Al Hussein, wife of HH Shaikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, according to an announcement from the Dubai Pearl Exchange, a subsidiary of the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC).

Brazil's growing influence as a major source of Middle Eastern food imports will be highlighted during the 'Flavours from Brazil' trade event to be held from February 21 to 23 at the Intercontinental Hotel, Festival City in Dubai.

Sharjah Spring Promotions (SSP) 2009 will see growth of 48 per cent this year in retail participation as it begins on January 15.

An exciting mix of consumer products await trade buyers in Dubai on Monday as the 23rd International Autumn Trade Fair opens its doors at the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

Gulfood 2009 will feature about 70 country pavilions, including first-time participants Hong Kong, Iran, Kuwait, Pakistan and Iceland.

Jose Duarte, president and CEO of SAP Field Operations EMEA, told regional business leaders in Dubai on Wednesday that Middle East businesses must learn to adapt to a continuously shifting global landscape.

The Dubai International Jewellery Week (DIJW), the region's premier jewellery event, got off to an upbeat start on Tuesday, welcoming thousands of private buyers, traders, exhibitors and retailers to the Dubai International Convention and Exhibition Centre.

The Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) has confirmed the list of speakers for the DIFC Week Forum, which will be held on November 24-25.

The Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference 2008 (Adipec) scheduled to be held at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (Adnec) between November 3-6 will provide a platform for companies to forge significant business deals.