ICC UAE Breakfast Briefing
Expert Insights on Demand Guarantees in Practice
Location: Dubai Chambers, Dubai, UAE
Date: Friday, 30 October 2026, Registration starts at 8:00 AM
Format: Breakfast briefing with expert insights and industry discussion
Featured Expert: Georges Affaki, Founder and Honorary Chair of the ICC Task Force on Guarantees
Join ICC UAE for an exclusive breakfast briefing on Demand Guarantees, taking place on 30 October 2026 at Dubai Chambers.
The session will feature Georges Affaki, Founder and Honorary Chair of the ICC Task Force on Guarantees, an internationally recognised authority on demand guarantees. Drawing on his extensive expertise and experience, Georges will share valuable insights into the principles, practical application, and key considerations surrounding demand guarantees in international trade and finance.
This briefing offers a valuable opportunity for banking professionals, legal practitioners, trade finance specialists, and corporate representatives to deepen their understanding of demand guarantees, gain expert perspectives on current practices, and engage in meaningful discussions with fellow industry professionals.
Through this knowledge-sharing session, ICC UAE continues to support professional development and promote greater understanding of the ICC rules and practices that facilitate international trade.
ORGANIZERS
H.E. Humaid Ben Salem
Chairman
ICC UAE
H.E. Humaid Mohamed Ben Salem was appointed as Secretary General of the Federation of UAE Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FCCI) in 2013 to foster cooperation and coordination between the different emirates of the UAE and prepare ground for trade and investment that contribute to the national economy at large.
H.E. Ben Salem is also a former member of the UAE National Assembly (Parliament) where he played his significant role from 2012 to 2016.
Prior to his tenure at the UAE National Assembly, H.E. was Director General of Umm Al Quwain Chamber of Commerce & Industry for 20 years and his charismatic personality has been facilitating the local chambers and the private sector of the UAE to achieve their goals.
He has been at the Board of Director of International Chamber of Commerce – UAE since 2009 and was elected Chairman in 2015 to represent, support and protect the interest of the business community in the UAE.
In addition to the above, he has been instrumental in establishing several joint business councils and has always been active and regularly contributes to the projects pertaining to the private sector.
He holds a BA degree in Administration and Marketing from Davis & Elkins College, United States of America.
Speakers
Hassan Al Hashemi
Secretary General
ICC UAE
Vincent O'Brien
Director
ICC UAE
Registration
Contact Us
For more information, please contact:
Vincent O’Brien Director, ICC UAE at vob@iccuae.com
Jovelle Gatdula, Admin Assistant, ICC UAE at jovelle.gatdula@iccuae.com
Schantal Jane Penialber Baltazar, Membership & Engagement Officer, ICC UAE at schantal@iccuae.com
