Malta will be hosting the Commonwealth Business Forum for the second time from the 24th to the 26th November 2015 as part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). With the theme for CHOGM being “The Commonwealth - Adding Global Value”, strengthening trade and investment is a key area where the Commonwealth can add value.

1. COMMONWEALTH BUSINESS FORUM 2015
24-26 November 2015
Hilton Hotel Malta
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2. WELCOME
I am delighted that Malta will be hosting the Commonwealth Business
Forum for the second time from the 24th to the 26th November 2015 as
part of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM). With
the theme for CHOGM being “The Commonwealth - Adding Global Value”,
I firmly believe that strengthening trade and investment is a key area where
the Commonwealth can add value. The Commonwealth can be a powerful
voice in international trade negotiations, and in creating an equitable and
sustainable environment for businesses from all parts of the
Commonwealth to flourish in domestic, regional and global markets. As a
member of the European Union and the Commonwealth, and with our
strategic trading location in the heart of the Mediterranean, Malta has long
punched above its weight in international trade. We look forward to
welcoming the world’s business leaders to Malta; to sharing our experiences
and learning from other countries; and to creating new trade and
investment links in the Commonwealth and beyond.
JOSEPH MUSCAT
Prime Minister of Malta

3. COMMONWEALTH BUSINESS FORUM 2015
The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council’s
objective is to ‘Create A More Prosperous Commonwealth’
by helping to identify opportunities for businesses and
establishing the trust between Government and the private
sector that will allow the economies of the Commonwealth
to flourish.
The Commonwealth Business Forum is the opportunity to
bring stakeholders together from business and Government
from our 53 Commonwealth countries. CBF 2015 will focus on
issues and areas that are relevant to all our countries
including infrastructure, financial services, technology,
tourism, healthcare and sustainability. It provides an
extraordinary opportunity for businesses from across the
Commonwealth to meet and network.
This is a unique opportunity to develop outcomes not just
within the Commonwealth but with the many other countries
represented.
JONATHAN MARLAND
Chairman, Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council

4. SPEAKERS
Hon Dr Joseph Muscat,
Prime Minister of Malta
The Rt Hon Pakalitha Mosisili,
Prime Minister of Lesotho
HE Peter Mutharika,
President of Malawi
Rt Hon Sir Anerood Jugnauth,
GCSK, KCMG, QC,
Prime Minister of Mauritius
TheHonAbdessalemBouchouareb,
Minister of Industry and Mining,
Algeria
Hon Mustapha Mohammed,
Minister of International Trade and
Industry, Malaysia
Folorunso Alakija,
Vice Chairman, Famfa Oil Limited,
Nigeria
Tan Sri Dr Ali Hamsa,
Chief Secretary,
Government of Malaysia
Lloyd Dorfman,
Chairman, The PrincesTrust
Professor Ian Goldin,
Director, Oxford Martn School
Gerard Grech,
CEO, TechCity, UK
Tabitha Karanja, CEO,
Keroche Breweries, Kenya
Greg Ogbeifun,
Chairman, Ship Owners
Association of Nigeria
Bisi Onasanya,
GMD/CEO, First Bank of Nigeria PLC,
Nigeria
Datuk Shahril Ridza Ridzuan,
CEO, Employees Provident Fund,
Malaysia
Sheikh Ayman Sejiny,
CEO, Bank Alkhair
Saudi Arabia

5. HE Hage Geingob,
President of Namibia
The Rt Hon Peter O'Neill,
Prime Minister of Papua New Guinea
HE Filipe Nyusi,
President of Mozambique
HE Edgar Lungu,
President of Zambia
Dr Mohammad Al-Zuhair,
Executive Chairman, Kuwait National
Fund for SME Development, Kuwait
Fatin Arifin,
PresidentoftheCommonwealthAsia
AllianceofYoungEntrepreneurs,Brunei
Shaun Bonétt,
Managing Director, Precision Group,
Australia
Binod Chaudhary,
President , Chaudhary Group, Nepal
Varun Maharaj,
Trinidad & Tobago IFC,
Trinidad & Tobago
Paul Manduca,
Chairman, Prudential, UK
Patrick McKendry,
Managing Director, Careers Australia
Jayendra Naidoo,
Executive Chairman, J&J Group,
South Africa
Carlos Silva,
President, Seedrs,
United Kingdom
Gordon Stewart,
Founder and Chairman, Sandals,
Jamaica
Dr Mario Vella,
Chairman, Malta Enterprise
Dr Lena Wilson,
CEO, Scottish Enterprise, Scotland

6. FORUM PROGRAMME
TUESDAY 24TH NOVEMBER 2015
0930-1030 Opening Ceremony: Adding Global Value - Creating a More Prosperous Commonwealth
Lord Marland, Chairman, Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council
HE Kamalesh Sharma, Commonwealth Secretary-General
Hon Dr Joseph Muscat MP, Prime Minister of Malta
1030-1100 Networking Break
1100-1230 Leveraging Networks: The Commonwealth, the EU and Global Economic Cooperation
Many Commonwealth nations, like Malta, are part of multiple alliances. How can the Commonwealth
and other international groupings, including the EU, be most effective in promoting sustainable trade
and investment?
1230-1400 Networking Lunch
1400-1530 Opportunity Malta: Creating a Trade Hub for the EU, Middle East and Africa
Exploring the opportunity for Malta to become a regional and global trade hub building on its assets such
as its geostrategic position, historical links, flexible legislative environment, entrepreneurial culture and its
wealth of expertise.
Facilitating Commonwealth Trade Empowering Entrepreneurs
1530-1600 Networking Break
1600-1730 Supporting Enterprise: SMEs as the Engine of Growth
How can countries better support the development of SMEs from start-up finance to international
expansion? The session will look at global best practice.
Financial Centres as Catalysts of Growth Sustainable Infrastructure for
Developing and Island States
1800-1900 Reception
1900-2100 Gala Dinner
Hosted by: Hon Joseph Muscat MP, Prime Minister of Malta
Parallel
Sessions
This session will focus on options for increasing
intra-Commonwealth trade including improved
access to trade finance, focusing on shared
standards and leveraging the Diaspora
What can the Commonwealth do to nurture the
entrepreneurs of the future and how can we
ensure that the next billion dollar startup comes
from the Commonwealth?
Parallel
Sessions
A number of Commonwealth countries host
significant financial centres. How can these
highly networked economies better support
national and regional economic development?
What are the lessons for states keen to grow
their financial services sector?
Developing and island states face unique
challenges in terms of sustainable infrastructure
development. How can these challenges be
overcome?

7. WEDNESDAY 25TH NOVEMBER 2015
0730-0845 Special Breakfast Session for Chambers of Commerce (by invitation only)
0900-1030 Financial and Professional Services: Delivering Jobs and Growth
Highlighting the benefits that the development and growth of the financial and professional services sector
can have on emerging and developed Commonwealth economies.
ICT & eGovernment: Showcasing Malta Skilling the Commonwealth
1030-1100 Networking Break
1100-1230 Investing in Infrastructure: Building for the Long Term
Infrastructure investment and attracting new sources of long-term capital are well known challenges.
Investors will give their candid views on what they need to see before making decisions, investment bankers
will discuss raising sovereign debt and Governments will show the beneficial impact of completed projects.
Innovation in Financial Services Supporting the Blue Economy
1230-1400 Networking Lunch
1400-1530 The Business of Health: Improving Access and Outcomes
Some Commonwealth countries have only 1% of their population with access to world class health care,
whilst others spend upwards of 10% of GDP on health. How can the Commonwealth’s diverse experience
and expertise in the sector be harnessed to improve health systems and the outcomes for patients?
Technology for Smart Cities The Maritime Commonwealth
1530-1600 Networking Break
1600-1730 Harnessing Tech: Driving Innovation and Job Creation
Technology is a critical driver in creating jobs, economic growth and changing the way we live and do
business. By looking at ways to encourage innovation and support start-ups across the Commonwealth, this
session aims to encourage diverse entrepreneurship.
Islamic Finance in the Commonwealth Invest in Mauritius
1730-2000 Reception
Parallel
Sessions
Commonwealth countries such as Malaysia have
been at the forefront of the development of
Islamic finance. What can be done to support
access to Islamic finance and what are the
opportunities for future innovation?
Hosted by the Board of Investment, Mauritius
Parallel
Sessions
Technology is a key part of any city plan.
Populations and businesses cannot grow and
thrive without IT infrastructure. What are the
challenges and where are the wins?
The oceans remain the primary highways
connecting the Commonwealth. This session will
explore how we can work together to strengthen
the global shipping industry and rediscover our
shared maritime heritage.
Parallel
Sessions
Parallel
Sessions
COMMONWEALTH BUSINESS FORUM 2015
This session will showcase innovative ICT
companies to an audience of potential investors
or partners with a strong focus on the dynamic
ICT sector in Malta as well those companies
focused on improving Government services.
Ensuring the delivery of high quality education
and training, as well as suitable qualifications is
vital for the future of Commonwealth economies.
How can the Commonwealth work better together
to achieve this utilising the English language.
Recent crises have increased regulation yet
innovators seem to have prospered. How does
the rise of crowd funding and mobile
technologies effect the model and what are
the future challenges for regulators?
A high percentage of Commonwealth countries
and their populations are dependent on the
marine environment for their livelihoods. How
can these unique environments be better
managed in future?

8. THURSDAY 26TH NOVEMBER 2015
0730-0845 Special Breakfast Session for Investment Promotion Agencies (by invitation only)
0900-1000 Energy Security: Investing for the Future
There are huge opportunities for investors arising from the requirement to ensure Commonwealth citizens
and businesses have access to affordable, sustainable and reliable sources of energy. What are the options,
how will they be funded and what would reliable supply mean for growth?
Investment session Invest in Malawi
1000-1100 African Opportunity: Capitalising on The Growth Story
The African growth story has been well chronicled, but what are the actual opportunities for investors,
which countries are leading the way and what continue to be the major obstacles to prosperity?
Investment Session: Focus on the Pacific Investment session
1100-1130 Networking Break
1130-1230 Connecting Asia: Accelerating Regional Integration and Development
As the fastest growing region in the World Asia continues to offer enormous opportunities for business.
What is unique about Asia’s growth story and what lessons can the rest of the World learn?
Investment session: Focus on the Caribbean Invest in Namibia
1230-1330 Sustainable Tourism: Measuring Impact and Adding Value
Many Commonwealth economies thrive on tourism. How can countries attract investors and high value
visitors and diversify their offering whilst maintaining the natural environment?
Investment session Investment session
1330-1430 Networking Lunch
1430-1515 A Commonwealth Vision for Sustainable Growth
As the SDGs replace the MDGs as the global targets for socio-economic development, this session will
examine how the private sector across the Commonwealth can help achieve these goals.
1515-1600 The Commonwealth and India: A New Dawn
Accounting for 60% of the Commonwealth’s population, India‘s leadership is vital for the future of the
organisation. This session will examine the Indian Government’s efforts to revitalise the economy and the
increasingly important role of Indian companies as investors and employers overseas.
1600-1615 Concluding Session
1615-1700 Prime Minister’s Roundtable with Heads of Government (by invitation only)
Parallel
Sessions
Parallel
Sessions
Led by visiting Heads of Government Led by: HE Hage Geingob, President of Namibia
Led by visiting Heads of Government Led by visiting Heads of Government
Parallel
Sessions
Address by: The Rt Hon Peter O'Neill, Prime
Minister of Papua New Guinea
Led by visiting Head of Government
FORUM PROGRAMME
Parallel
Sessions
Led by visiting Head of Government Led by: HE Peter Mutharika, President of Malawi

9. WHY ATTEND?
A Global Business Event
• Hosted by Hon Joseph Muscat MP, Prime Minister of Malta.
• Addressed by Presidents and Prime Ministers from the Commonwealth’s 53 member countries and beyond.
• More than 1,000 influential business delegates representing companies from across the world.
Top Level Attendance
• Heads of Government supported by their accompanying delegations, including Cabinet Ministers and
senior business leaders.
• Chairs and CEOs of multinationals and global investment companies.
• World experts from a diverse range of fields.
Learn from Influential Speakers
• More than 100 authoritative speakers from business, government and international institutions.
• Plenary sessions focused on major international issues and addressed by global thought leaders.
• Contribute to the dialogue in interactive breakout sessions with sector experts.
An Unrivalled Networking Opportunity
• Online booking system for contacting and arranging meetings in advance.
• Networking Lounge, with dedicated staff to help facilitate meetings.
• Pre-scheduled country, region and sector networking sessions.
• Relax at a series of Receptions and Gala Dinners in the stunning environs of Malta’s historic capital city.
A Platform for Doing Business
• Identify new business and investment opportunities at country, regional and sector specific sessions.
• Meet potential investors or partners for your projects.
• Visit world class manufacturing facilities across Malta.
Showcase your brand
• Opportunities to introduce your company to a global business audience.
• Profile your company alongside global leaders in your field.
• Participate in the international trade show and exhibition.
• Opportunity to host sessions, including breakfast and lunches, during the Forum.
COMMONWEALTH BUSINESS FORUM 2015

10. WHAT IS THE COMMONWEALTH?
2.2 billion citizens
The Commonwealth is a voluntary
association of 53 independent countries.
It is home to 2.2 billion citizens, 60% of
these are under the age of 30.
U$ 9.6 trillion
The Commonwealth includes some of
the world’s largest, smallest, richest and
poorest countries, spanning five regions,
with a combined GDP of U$ 9.6 trillion
in 2013.
4.1% growth
Between 2013 and 2015 Commonwealth
countries are expected to grow at a
combined rate of 4.1% in comparison to
1.8% in the EU and 2.6% in the US.
English Language
English, the world business language, is
the official language or mother tongue of
all Commonwealth members.
40% of the global workforce
By 2020 40% of the global workforce will be in
the Commonwealth, which is expected to add a
further 800 million people to its workforce by the
middle of the century.
1 billion consumers
The Commonwealth is adding its middle class
faster than any other grouping. By 2020 the
Commonwealth will contain over 1 billion middle
class consumers.

11. The Commonwealth factor
The Commonwealth factor makes it
up to 20% cheaper to do business with
Commonwealth countries thanks to similar
legal structures and cultural similarities.
Shared values
The Commonwealth commitments
to its values of democracy, rule of law
and free press provide a global
“stamp of approval” which helps to attract
long term and sustainable investment.

12. For more information visit www.chogm2015.mt
or please contact businessforum@chogm2015.mt
About CWEIC
The Commonwealth Enterprise and Investment Council facilitates trade and
investment throughout the 53 states of the Commonwealth and supports
private sector companies and governments to promote economic activity. We
work with member companies to expand their businesses and to help with new
investments in any Commonwealth country.
For more information please visit www.cweic.org
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