INVITATION: exclusive networking program in the framework of Belgian (Princely) Mission to Angola

In the framework of the Princely Mission to Angola and underscoring the historical partnership between both Antwerp and Angola as two diamond strongholds in our industry, we have the pleasure to invite you to participate in the

Belgian (Princely) Mission to Angola
20 - 27 of October 2013

In the presence of

• Mr. Didier Reynders, Federal Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Foreign Trade and European Affairs
• Mr. Kris Peeters, Minister-President and Minister for Economy, Foreign Policy, Agriculture and Rural Policy, Government of Flanders

The Economic Mission entails high-level meetings between Angolan and Belgian high officials, networking opportunities and workshops, connecting Belgian companies from a wide array of industries with their Angolan counterparts. On the backdrop of Angola's diamond centenary, it is the perfect opportunity to invigorate and confirm Antwerp's leadership role as the world's preferred rough diamond trading hub.

On Monday October 21st, in cooperation with the Belgian Embassy and His Excellency Ambassador Delogne, AWDC organizes an exclusive networking event in the presence of high officials of the Belgian and Angolan governments.

During this prominent event, the participating Antwerp diamond companies will be able to meet with the key players of the Angolan diamond industry, such as government officials, representatives from SODIAM and ENDIAMA, and locally and internationally operating diamond mining and manufacturing companies.

It is an exceptional business opportunity that will allow you to build tangible business relationships and gain foothold in the Angolan diamond market.

Considering the high level of this Mission, we kindly request to include at least one company representative of CEO or Deputy CEO level in your company's delegation.

Please note that invitations are on a first-come, first-served basis and limited to 15 registered Antwerp diamond companies. After registration, AWDC will facilitate the group participation via co-organizer Flanders Investment and Trade (FIT). All travel costs such as flights and hotels are to be paid by the participants themselves, we will however provide more detailed information on flights, visa requirements and accommodation after registration.

If you are interested to participate, please send an e-mail clearly stating the name(s) of company representative(s) and your company name to marcom@awdc.eu, before July 17th.

We inform you that if you have registered but are unable to join us and omit to notify us in advance, you will be charged a cancellation fee of € 1000 per person.