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U.S.- Africa Infrastructure Conference
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9/27/2006 -- 9/29/2006 |
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Bethesda, Maryland |
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Bethesda Marriott |
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5151 Pooks Hill Road |
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Bethesda Maryland |
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| Description: |
The Infrastructure conference will provide you with the opportunity to:
· Obtain first-hand information on African infrastructure development projects
· Meet the stakeholders involved in financing, risk mitigation and tender opportunities
· Introduce the latest financing options
You will benefit from networking opportunities with African government officials, investors; capital markets experts, infrastructure providers, utility operators, and investment bankers.
Learn about risk mitigation programs offered by the U.S. government and multi-lateral institutions. Meet the people who can assist your business in expanding into the African market.
Plenary sessions & workshops will address:
· Airports & aviation
· Buildings & construction
· Energy, electrical grids, lighting & peripherals
· Heavy equipment
· IT/Communications
· Roads & rails
· Water, dams & bridges
· Project financing
· Legal considerations
· Logistics & distribution
· Public-private partnerships
Workshop panelists will include African Ministers of Planning and Finance, leading U.S. infrastructure companies, financial institutions, and international organizations that will highlight best practices and lessons learned.
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Tim Bergstrom [ ] |
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202-835-1117 |
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Kennia Somerville [ ] |
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