HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Chairman & CEO

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2 Over the last four decades, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org) has grown into one of the world s largest providers of professional services and education serving a global client base from its 80 offices worldwide. We offer a broad range of professional and educational services characterized by high quality, modernity and innovation. Our passionate belief in the importance of education, coupled with a strong conviction that education is a human right, led us to establish a number of innovative schools, including the web-based Talal Abu- Ghazaleh University and the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College of Business-Bahrain. Prior to that, we founded the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business-Jordan, as well as various academies, including the Abu-Ghazaleh Cambridge IT Skills Center and the Confucius Institute for the teaching of the Chinese language. We firmly believe that education is the primary driver of development in the Arab world. Our accomplishments have been the result of the efforts of our dedicated, professional staff. We provided them with training, education, opportunity, and an environment that encourages innovation and a commitment to excellence; those are the keys to unlocking true human potential. We are also very grateful to our clients who trust us with their business affairs and allow us to grow with them. It is a privilege to serve them and we look forward to continuing to sustain and earn their confidence. HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Chairman & CEO 1

3 Contents Message from the Chairman... 1 Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG- Org)... 4 Mission Statement... 4 Goals... 4 Professional Responsibility... 5 Corporate Operation Standards... 5 Our People... 5 Continuous Development... 5 Professional Integrity... 5 Our International Aspirations... 5 Members of TAG-Org Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. International (TAGI-Auditors)... 6 Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property TAGIP(AGIP)... 6 Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Domains (TAG-Domains)... 7 Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property Renewals (AGIP-Renew)... 8 Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Legal (TAG-Legal)... 9 Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. Consulting (TAG-Consult) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Information Technology International (TAG-ITI) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Valuation (TAG-Value) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Advisory (TAG-Advisors) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Tenders (TAG Tenders) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Translation Distribution and Publishing (TAG-Translate) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Real Estate Management and Development (TAG-Aqarat) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Capital Services (TAG-Capital) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Recruitment and HR Development (TAG-Recruit) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh International Press & Publishing (TAG-Publish) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Professional Training (TAGI-TRAIN) TAGITOP Initiative China Visa Application Service Center (TAG- Visa)

4 Educational Institutions Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University Company (TAGI-UNI) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College of Business (TAG-UCB) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAG-SB) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University Management Advisory Services (TAG-University) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Educational Consulting (TAG-Education) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Confucius Institute - Amman (TAG-Confucius) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Cambridge IT Skills Centre (AGCA-ITC) TAGSB Research Center (TAGSB-RC) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Center for Business Research TAGSB and Management at the American University in Beirut Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Society (TAG-KS) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Languages Academy (TAG-Lingual) Professional Societies: The Arab Society of Certified Accountants (IASCA) The Arab Society for Intellectual Property (ASIP) The Licensing Executives Society - Arab Countries (LES-AC) The Arab Knowledge and Management Society (AKMS) The Arab Intellectual Property Mediation & Arbitration Society (AIPMAS) The Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQAE) Organization of Arab States Research & Education Networks (ASREN) International Cooperation The Future Chairman Initatives (Corporate Social Responsibility) Professional Publications TAG-Org Companies Offices

5 Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org) Founded in 1972, TAG-Org is an international professional services group operating out of a worldwide network of offices, as well as representative offices in Europe and North America. It also has non-exclusive strategic alliance agreements with various networks and individual firms, thus enabling it to choose a firm best suited to its clients needs in virtually every country in the world. the need to contribute to and assist in enhancing the development of Arab institutions by building their capacities to ensure the continuity and sustainability of development and modernization in the region. TAG-Org achieves its goals by employing highly experienced specialists of different nationalities who, based on their extensive knowledge of the region and the world, predict economic and social trends and then evaluate options to devise the most effective solutions for current and anticipated challenges. TAG-Org, through its member firms, offers a comprehensive range of professional services covering the following: Accounting; External Audit; Internal Audit; Corporate Governance; Taxation; Educational Consultancy; Economic and Strategic Studies; Management Advisory Services; Professional and Technical Training; Technology Transfer; Project Management; Real Estate Management; Investors and Business Advisory Services; Human Resources and Recruitment Services; E-Government; E-Commerce; E-Education; IT and Security Audit; Webmastering and Web Design; Professional Interpretation and Translation; Website Arabization; Domain Names Registration; ICT Strategic Planning; ERP Consulting Services; IT and Internet Skills Training and Examinations; Intellectual Property News Agency; IP Business and Asset Valuation and Branding Services; IP Registration and Protection; Legal Services (Solicitors and Attorneys); and Public Offering. Collectively, these firms form the largest Arab professional group offering, through its global network of offices, diversified yet interrelated services in accordance with the highest international standards. Capitalizing on our comprehensive knowledge of the socioeconomic and regulatory factors governing the world economy, in particular the Arab world, TAG-Org recognized TAG-Org has acquired an outstanding record of success among its clients, which include government agencies, international and pan-arab funding organizations, as well as leading private sector entities in the areas of banking, industry, insurance and commerce. We have successfully assisted our clients with key market decisions that define their future role and impact within their industries. Mission Statement To provide high-quality professional and educational services at the highest international standards, and to contribute to global economic, social and cultural development. Goals Our goal is to work hard to remain at the top. Utilizing and further developing our extensive and unrivalled international business experience and an indepth knowledge of the socio-economic environment, in particular in the Arab region, TAG-Org aims to customize its services to match its clients needs. Putting the expertise of its diverse, multinational and dedicated 4

6 personnel to the best use, TAG-Org commits itself to fulfilling the needs of companies, the public sector and international organizations in an evolving world market. Professional Responsibility We consider that it is our obligation to abide by the highest ethical principles in all our professional and business operations. All TAG-Org services are rooted in integrity and carried out with diligence. We strive for perfection by creating a professional role model for others to follow. We are proud that our principles are never compromised. Our International Aspirations We see it as our duty to provide services at both the national and international levels. TAG-Org has launched a variety of innovative initiatives in the last decade, especially in the field of education and capacity building, notably the establishment of universities and colleges, including the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University that is available for people worldwide to attain topquality education in order to succeed in the information age. Corporate Operation Standards The Organization implements a common general framework of policies regulating professional practices, staff management and the execution of programs throughout all its offices, which unifies us as a group while allowing individual contributions to positively influence our progress and development. We have a dedicated quality control department that requires each office to regularly undergo a peer review, carried out by other TAG-Org offices, to confirm that the quality of work is consistent with the standards of our global network. Our People Our strength comes from our people. We are proud of the diverse nationalities and backgrounds that characterize our staff. TAG-Org has dedicated itself to hiring not only experienced staff, but also young diaspora Arabs, fresh from universities across the world to ensure a wealth of varied knowledge and cultures. All of our staff are professionally qualified, and many are internationally accredited by various certification boards. Continuous Development We constantly design and implement development programs to improve our ability to provide the highest quality and the most comprehensive array of services to our clients. Each employee belongs to a team of professionals committed to the continued improvement of our services. Professional Integrity At TAG-Org, we abide by the principles of absolute integrity and deal with all of our clients information in the strictest confidence. We ensure that each individual within the firm upholds our principles and is well aware that any action that adversely affects our integrity or image has never been and will never be permitted. 5

7 Members of TAG-Org Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. International (TAGI-Auditors) tagi.com Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. International (TAGI-Auditors) has led the Arab accounting profession through its rapid development during the last four decades. It was among the first to apply international accounting standards in the Arab world and, nowadays, it is known across the region as a name that is synonymous with high standards and integrity in the fields of accounting, auditing and financial services. It has represented Arab accountants in international forums and continuously promoted educational and professional recognition for the Arab accountants. In addition, TAGI-Auditors is currently the only Arab member of the elite Forum of Firms (FOF), with all the others being Western-based. The FOF is an association of international networks of accounting firms that perform audits of financial statements that are or may be used across national borders. In alliance with Russel Bedford International TAGI-Auditors s primary services: Assurance Services Non-Assurance Services Internal Audit Services Special Purpose Audits Taxation Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property TAG-IP(AGIP) agip.com Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property TAG-IP (AGIP) is the leading Intellectual Property (IP) firm that provides comprehensive, worldwide IP services to an extensive client list that comprises, among others, nearly half of the Fortune 500 firms. TAG-IP (AGIP) has consistently ranked at the top of Intellectual Property surveys by the Managing Intellectual Property magazine, since it started compiling such ratings. TAG-IP(AGIP) has long-term relationships with key international organizations involved in IP, including the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), World Trade Organization (WTO), Fédération Internationale des Conseils en Propriété Industrielle (FICPI) and the Licensing Executives Society International (LES International). In 2007, HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh, Chairman of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org), became the first expert from outside the G8 to join the world s most prominent figures in IP as the names of the 2007 inductees into the IP Hall of Fame were announced by the Intellectual Asset Management Magazine (UK). TAG-IP(AGIP) s basic services include: Trademark, Patent, Copyright & Design Registrations Trademark Watch Maintenance of Intellectual Property Rights through Renewals and Annuities Search for Published Trademarks 6

8 Search for Published Patents Patent Drafting Patent Validation System Patent Infringement Follow-up IP Portfolio Management Publication of Cautionary & Patent Working Notices Opposition and Cancellation Actions Advisory Services on Intellectual Property Protection AGIP.Net (through which clients conduct all IPrelated business activities online) Domain Name Registration Patent Monitoring and Awareness Service IP Valuation Licensing and Franchising Agreements Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Domains (TAG-Domains) tagidomains.com TAG-Domains, a subsidiary of Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property (TAG-IP (AGIP)) and an ICANN Accredited Registrar, was established to provide Arab and regional online businesses with a full range of domain name services. Today, through our network of offices and correspondents across the globe, our experience in domain consultation enables us to provide clients worldwide with the right approach for the protection of their brand names. As one of the few companies in the Arab region to cover a wide range of gtlds and cctlds for domain name registration services, we have cemented our reputation as a leading domain name service provider. the protection needed to guarantee its presence in the rapidly growing global market. The domain name industry has proved to be a positive force for business development. Therefore, TAG-Domains exerts its best efforts to protect the brand names of its clients. At TAG- Domains, we offer our professional advice and engage the necessary means to provide the services that help our clients meet all their needs. Domain Name Registration Services: Our reputation for being a leading domain name service provider for gtlds and cctld derives from our wide range of specialized services which include: Generic Top-Level Domains (gtlds): Registration, Renewals, and Transfers. Country-Code Top Level Domains (cctlds): Registration, Renewals, and Transfers. International Domain Names (IDN): Registration, Renewals, and Transfers. Domain Name Monitoring: TAG-Domains is pleased to offer a Domain Name Monitoring Service: watching all new domain registrations for possible infringements against your registered Domain Name or Trademark. In the monitoring process, we search more than 700 domain extensions, including gtlds and cctlds, to detect and report identical or confusingly similar matches and uncover potential typoregistrations. We then categorize and prioritize results based on domain and web category, website activity, registrant, and geographical factors; test for active or websites associated with each domain; and track changes in WHOIS, content or popularity. Internet Monitoring: TAG-Domains helps protect brand owners rights by proactively monitoring the massive amount of active websites that are using your brand. TAG-Domains services are: Online content watching Logo monitoring The business world is constantly searching for better means to expand and advance, consequently the issue of protecting brands has become highly significant. Given that many brand names are being used across the globe, domain name registration is necessary. By simply registering a domain name, any business can establish 7

9 Auction monitoring Phishing Detection and Deactivation Services Social Media Monitoring Special projects. Social Media Monitoring: Social media is considered a very important marketing and information gathering tool. Recognizing this, TAG- Domains helps brand owners find out what consumers are saying about their brands in social media. Results may be presented every four hours, every day, or every week. Our Social Media Monitoring service enables IP owners to monitor online posts, blogs, Tweets, articles, and other types of social media entries, analyze whether the mentions are positive or negative, measure the success of their social media marketing efforts, and react quickly to new opportunities and threats. Trademark Clearing House (TMCH) TAG-Domains enables brand owners to protect their brands from any possible third-party infringement. We provide clients with an opportunity to sit their trademark data into one centralized database, prior to and during the launch of new gtlds. By subscribing in the TMCH database, our clients are able to track potentially infringing registrations and are notified if someone else registers a domain name that directly matches or conflicts with the client s brand. Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property Renewals (AGIP-Renew) agiprenewals.com Overview AGIP-Renew offers Intellectual Property Rights management service on the basis of a new concept, where a client pays a fixed annuity for the application it desires to renew without any extra charges. The client will not also be obliged to pay any annuities for the applications in its portfolio that it wants to renew. Becoming an AGIP-Renew client guarantees the highest of professional service from our staff who dedicate their expertise, time and knowledge to serve in the most timeeffective manner. Trademark portfolio management is a major priority through which we provide the necessary information about trademarks, whether registered with us or not. AGIP-Renew services include: Trademark Renewals Patent Annuities Payment Trademarks renewals: AGIP-Renew uses regional offices to facilitate trademark management for our clients. Following up on legal and financial matters related to renewals is time-consuming, and the fulfillment of the requirements of each country involves a lot of transactions and administrative efforts. AGIP-Renew is eager to assist its clients in overcoming such difficulties, and therefore handles all accounts promptly and accurately. 8

10 Any legal office can manage its portfolio via our website by using an easy-to-use account containing all data related to trademarks, and trademark owners can manage their portfolios using their individual accounts. All registered trademarks are entered into our database and therefore AGIP-Renew is the best choice for the renewal of registered trademarks. A client instructs our staff to proceed with the renewal procedures and within hours the client s accounts and portfolio are ready and combined into one account. We can also serve our clients accounts without providing the details of trademarks and their renewal dates. AGIP-Renew has a massive database containing complete information about every trademark registered in the region. In future, AGIP-Renew will provide a service of paying patent annuities on behalf of clients. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Legal (TAG-Legal) tag-legal.com Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Legal (TAG-Legal), the legal arm of TAG-Org, is internationally recognized as the premier legal service provider in the region and beyond. Founded in 1998, TAG-Legal has progressively expanded to now include more than 400 lawyers and professionals located in offices strategically located around the world to provide its local, regional and international clients with the best consultancy and professional services. TAGLegal s growing network of offices based in the MiddleEast, Europe, North America, Africa and Asia, along with its professional international associates, enables the firm to excel in delivering multi-jurisdictional legal services. TAG-Legal also takes part in various international activities and events, such as the issuance of the World Bank report related to practicing business activities in many countries. TAG-Legal offers a variety of legal services that meet the clients professional needs including legal consultancies. TAG-Legal handles all legal and judicial proceedings including company registration. TAG-Legal is proud to present the following main services: Administrative law Anti- monopoly and unfair competition Financial credit and Islamic finance Banking investment Banking law Bankruptcy, Insolvency and Business Restructuring Commercial Law Companies incorporation laws including: - Companies registration - Companies representation - Provision of consultation serviced to companies - Corporate governance - Corporate Finance - Corporate management - Mergers and Acquisitions and Joint Ventures Labor law Government contracts Information security and internet crimes Insurance and Reinsurance Alternative Dispute Resolution Provision of legal consultation in intellectual property cases in the following fields: - Copy rights and neighboring rights - Domain names - Licensing and franchising - Patent protection - Trademarks protection - Industrial design protection International electronic transactions Investments and joint ventures 9

11 Government and legislative projects Customs and trade secrets Transport and Shipping Law Media Telecommunications Contract drafting and preparation of laws, regulations and implementing regulations Other services - Infringement watch of intellectual property rights in local markets - Cooperation with customs departments in combating the entry of counterfeited goods. - Legal translation Legal training Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. Consulting (TAG-Consult) tag-consultants.com During the aggressive growth and development phase that characterized the Arab region in the 70 s and 80 s, TAG-Consult was established with a focus on the preparation of feasibility studies that respond to the needs of new firms. Nowadays, we also specialize in conducting market studies and handling the business aspects of company formation and international joint ventures. Along with these traditional services, TAG- Consult plays a prominent role in other finance-related consulting work, such as mergers, privatization, and business valuations. Our services span the globe; we deal with issues of corporate governance, family-owned businesses, professional education and the role of information management in developing benchmarking standards. Since our establishment, we have built a strong reputation in a wide array of fields, such as general management, financial management, organizational development, information systems, quality management systems, environmental management systems, human resources and cost management studies. TAG-Consult offers the following services: Business and Investment Advisory Services Organization and Restructuring Financial Consulting Quality Management Systems Privatization and Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Services Human Resources Consulting Services Security and Public Safety Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Information Technology International (TAG-ITI) tagiti.com Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Information Technology International (TAG-ITI) is the ICT consulting arm of the Organization. It was founded for the purpose of providing regional clients with strategic direction and tailored information and communication technologies (ICT) consultancy services in order to ensure that their ICT requirements are comprehensively addressed. TAG-ITI has extensive relationships with governments and leading companies. Its clients include organizations from a wide range of industries including finance, banking, energy and utilities, manufacturing, insurance, retail, telecommunications, technology and education, as well as government. TAG-ITI provides a wide range of ICT services enabling clients to benefit from the wealth of expertise it has available in order to utilize the dynamic benefits of ICT within their business environments. The following are examples of the services TAG-ITI offers: IT and Security Audit ISO27001 Implementation and Audit Vendor Selection Project Management and Supervision 10

12 ICT Strategic Planning Website and Portal Development Website Audit Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning Document Management and Archiving ERP Implementation and Audit IT Governance Frameworks implementation Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Valuation (TAG-Value) tagvaluation.com Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Valuation (TAG-Value) offers the business community an array of services aimed at delivering sensible and tangible information and reports on the best financial methods related to Business and/ or Intellectual Property (IP) valuation, derived from experience and combined with sound judgment. Our team of professionals has extensive experience in providing efficient financial advice in any given situation covering nearly every industry sector. Some of TAG-Value s services include: A.Valuation Services 1. Business Valuation Securities Valuation Stock Valuation Tangible Asset Valuation Valuation of Intellectual Property and other Intangible Assets 2. Financial Valuation Purchase Price Allocation Goodwill Impairment Testing 3. Valuation Reviews and Fairness Opinions B. Due Diligence Services Financial Due Diligence Market and Commercial Due Diligence Legal Due Diligence Tax Due Diligence C. Financial Modeling Services Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Advisory (TAG-Advisors) tagadvisory.com TAG-Advisors is one of the first and leading networking companies in the Arab region specializing in project management and technology transfer services. Its main function is to provide effective market entry solutions to companies wishing to conduct business globally, in particular within the Arab region. TAG-Advisors services include: Project Management Commercial Mediation Services Locating Strategic Partners for Projects Locating Investors and Potential Financial Funding Locating Capital to Invest in Ongoing and New Project and Business Ideas Franchising, Licensing and Technology Transfer Facilitation Locating Distributors and Agents Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Tenders (TAG Tenders) tagtenders.com Internal Services to TAG-Org Member Firms: Identification and assessment of opportunities Registering and listing of important providers for the different TAG-Org services Development of a database of experts and companies Training related to tendering Preparation of expressions of interest and proposals Monitoring proposals and EOLS External Services: Procurement and tendering consulting Capacity building related to tendering Functional: basic areas to include: Training 11

13 Management Consulting Auditing Translation Legal Services Intellectual Property IT Consultancy Educational Consultancy Engineering Consultancy Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Translation, Distribution and Publishing (TAG-Translate) tagtranslate.com Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Translation, Distribution and Publishing, formed as an extension of the Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property (AGIP), is the Arab world s premier translation and publishing company. It currently undertakes translation of approximately 25% of all intellectual property documents in 22 Arab countries, in addition to serving the in-house translation needs of TAG-Org s offices and all their related customers. TAG- Translate is the first company in the Middle East and North Africa region to obtain the EN certificate for translation services, and has carried out translations for almost all United Nations bodies. With its extensive coverage of the Middle East, TAG-Translate is ideally suited to serve international and regional marketing and communication needs. TAG-Translate services include: 1. Written Translation: Apostille translation Legal translation, including agreements, contracts, laws, regulations, court proceedings, etc. Translation of annual reports and similar economic and managerial documents International organizations documents Technical translation and website localization 2. Oral Interpreting: Simultaneous and conference interpreting Consecutive interpreting Liaison interpreting 3. Proofreading and auditing 4.Training Courses on practical translation and interpreting Internship for university students Preparation for the TOEFL exam. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Real Estate Management and Development (TAG-Aqarat) tagaqarat.com TAG-Aqarat was established to meet the growing demand on real estate services in the Arab countries. The company now offers a wide array of consulting services for the global real estate industry. Our network of international experts enables us to provide a variety of services to all of our clients in an effective and accurate manner. TAG-Aqarat services include: Real Estate Consultancy Real Estate Management Real Estate Development Real Estate Marketing Real Estate Training 12

14 Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Capital Services (TAG-Capital) tag-capital.com Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Capital Services (TAG-Capital) assists companies in turning challenges into opportunities. TAG-Capital provides companies with high-quality consulting that helps to sustain a stronger and more stable business, sharpen process efficiency, unlock talent and creativity and attract investments. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh International Press and Publishing (TAG-Publish) tag-publication.com TAG-Publish overseas the publication of Talal Abu- Ghazaleh Organization s books, dictionaries, annual reports, brochures and promotional materials which are designed and prepared to the highest specifications and quality. Some of our consulting services include: Initial Public Offering (IPO) and Security Offering Debt Issuance Asset Management Corporate Finance Due Diligence (Legal / Financial) Strategy Consulting Risk Management Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Recruitment and Human Resources Development (TAG-Recruit) tagirecruitment.com TAGI-Recruit provides an essential component of the professional services offered by Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org) in the field of recruitment to meet the needs of the global market. TAG-Publish main services: Printing consultations Distribution and publishing Supervising the printing process Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Professional Training (TAGI-TRAIN) tagitraining.com TAGI-TRAIN provides human resources with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to elevate performance and develop professional practices. It also delivers international professional accreditation for training courses to encourage continuous leadership in capacity building, both nationally and internationally. TAG-Recruit provides its clients with qualified candidates of various nationalities in all domains of expertise s through a comprehensive process of selection, training and consultancy. With the assistance of our offices worldwide, we can present a host of sourcing solutions to meet our clients needs. Our services include, but not limited to: Human Resource Services Recruitment Services Post-Employment Services Job Consultations TAGI-TRAIN provides services on a global basis in the following fields: Professional Training Training Consultancies Project Management Management Development Selling and Marketing Total Quality Management Professional Security and Safety Insurance Free Zones and customs Human Resources Finance and Banking Accounting 13

15 Islamic Finance Qualifying Translators English Language Chinese Language International Partnerships An agreement between Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Professional Training Group (TAGI-TRAIN) and the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants (CIMA) was signed in As per the Agreement, TAGI-TRAIN offers a CIMA Certificate in Islamic Finance, which is the first global qualification offered by a professionally chartered accountancy body that has been developed to meet the fast growing demand for a globally-recognized qualification in the Islamic finance sector. The Certificate is ideal for staff working in the financial services sector who would like to improve their capacity by honing their skills and broadening their knowledge in Islamic finance. The Certificate has four compulsory study modules. Each module is independent and has a study guide. These Modules are: Islamic Commercial law Islamic Banking and Takaful-Products and Services Islamic Capital Markets and Instruments Accounting for Islamic Financial Institutions Person Edexcel TAGI-TRAIN is an Edexcel Assured & Edexcel Approved Center. According to the agreement signed between the parties, Pearson-Edexcel will provide TAGI-TRAIN with programs from its internationally acclaimed suite of Edexcel qualifications. All short courses offered by TAGI- TRAIN and its partner companies and affiliated entities are accredited to receive Edexcel Assured Status a global mark of quality assurance. Edexcel is part of the Pearson family, the United Kingdom s largest provider of professional qualifications including the renowned BTEC programs. TAGITOP Initiative (TAGITOP) tagitop.com In a major step towards helping millions in the Arab world to embrace technology and increase computer literacy, we built an advanced laptop incorporating the latest technological specifications, designed and manufactured in cooperation with Samsung. Our main objective is to empower Arab citizens with technology through an affordable state-of-the-art device using various operating system solutions, office applications, educational packages, entertainment applications and more. Our objective is to enhance ICT development, spread its benefits, and provide information and knowledge resources for increased ICT literacy. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Chinese Visa Section (TAG-Visa) tag-visa.com The Embassy of the People s Republic of China in Jordan has appointed the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization as their only approved office to undertake all administrative and technical matters related to applications for Chinese and Hong King visas. The Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization undertakes, through the Chinese Visa Section, the receiving of visa applications, collection and handing over of fees, and conveying the Embassy s response to applications. The Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization is the only point of contact between the Embassy and visa applicants. 14

16 Educational Institutions Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University Company (Lebanon) - TAGI-UNI tagiuni.com TAGI-UNI is a global educational alliance providing distance learning opportunities through partnership with professional associations, training providers and educational institutions. Under its mission to make accredited educational programs accessible to everyone, everywhere, TAGI-UNI offers anyone with a computer an opportunity to learn wherever they may be. Languages (Arabic, English, Chinese, French and German) ICT-based professional training Continued education Professional qualifications High-school diploma In collaboration with its partners, TAGI-UNI also delivers innovative consulting services to academic institutions across the world. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College of Business (TAG-UCB) tagucb.edu.bh Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College of Business (TAG- UCB) was established in 2012 to be a world-class college developing a cadre of business leaders to compete and succeed in the knowledge-based global economy. TAG-UCB prepares business professionals for whom geography, culture and communication are interwoven. The University is committed to achieving the highest levels of excellence, along with adopting the utmost standards and ethical principles, in addition to providing the best academic and applied research. TAG-UCB seeks continuous improvement to benefit from the constant developments in international education standards and digital technology. The TAGI-UNI model, established in 2012, was specially designed to meet the learning needs in an ever-changing world and to equip students with the necessary skills to face the challenges of the modern world economy. Instead of competing with the established universities and institutions, TAGI-UNI uses partnerships to provide accredited academic programs and certificates through a global student body. TAGI-UNI utilizes local and international resources to promote and provide the programs of partner universities and admit students who meet the admission standards of those universities, in addition to providing other services including student consultation, career consultation and examinations safety consultation. It also provides a qualified faculty, when necessary, to deliver face-to-face education in mixed programs. TAGI-UNI will offer partner universities the opportunity to increase enrollment rates by providing their programs to a wider spectrum of qualified students worldwide. TAGI-UNI will provide the following academic courses: Academic programs (Bachelor, Master and PhD) Economic development policies and programs Capitalizing on our extensive knowledge of the business world and our track record of success in capacity building through a network of training and educational institutions, TAG-UCB is designed as a premier provider of business education in the GCC through the adoption of a unique and interactive methodology in education and learning that employs a balanced combination of theoretical and scientific principles. Initially, TAG-UCB s core focus is: International Accounting Business Management Logistics 15

17 TAG-UCB also provides partial scholarships to assist selected students with demonstrated potential for success. Students will also benefit from the expertise of TAG-Org consultants through an opportunity of training within the offices of TAG-Org while still studying in order to reinforce their capabilities in acquiring all necessary skills to prepare for the labor market after graduation. TAG-UCB prepares graduates for executive careers in business at TAG-Org or its partners. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAG-SB) tagsb.edu.jo (FIBAA). The accreditation procedure has verified and confirmed that the program has all the quality elements specified in the European MBA Guidelines. The MBA program at TAG-SB is the first in the Arab world to achieve this prestigious accreditation. TAG-SB offers the following MBA concentrations: Management Marketing Quality Management Human Resources Management Banking and Finance Logistics The Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAG-SB) was inaugurated in 2006 as one of the faculties of the German-Jordanian University (GJU), a public university formed in 2004 through the cooperation of the German and Jordanian governments. This unique partnership brings the business expertise of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization to the academic world of GJU. TAG-SB is the first school of its kind that represents a partnership between the private and public sectors in the Arab world. The program and courses at TAG-SB have been developed with the global economy in mind by some of the most respected and renowned figures in academia to meet the highest international standards. TAG-SB s MBA program is accredited by the Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation 16

18 Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University Management Advisory Services (TAG-Universities) taguniconsult.com Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University Management Advisory Services (TAG-Universities) delivers leading educational management and consulting services. TAG-Universities plays a major role in helping existing and new educational institutions in increasing the impact of education on economic development, enhancing educational outcomes in responding to the changing demands of the society, improving efficiency, resource allocation and utilization, and governance. TAG-Universities also improves quality and relevance of curricula, teaching, learning and research, and enhances the quality of life for students and their learning and teaching environments. TAG-Universities works with new universities through three phases: the inception phase, the design and strategic management phase, and the implementation phase. As for existing universities, TAG-Universities develops strategies and policies, advises on directions to improve policies, regulations and standards, builds an effective technical support system, provides a functional environment capable of delivering cost-effective and student-centered educational services. Finally, it ensures the integrity, reliability, availability and superior performance of systems and processes and their consistency with the principles, values and purposes that govern the use of other facilities and services. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Educational Consulting (TAG-Education) tageducational.com With all the educational advancements we are witnessing, and the 21st Century global economy becoming more knowledge-based, Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Educational Consulting (TAG-Education) has taken the initiative to support the educational sector with professional consulting services. These services are delivered to the highest standards of excellence by developing dynamic, flexible and high-quality academic programs relevant to the market needs and requirements. TAG-Education main objectives include the following: Strengthening the institutional capacity of Arab Education Ministries Designing and building educational management systems Enhancing English language learning projects in the Arab region Offering school management consulting services Boosting teacher training and professional development Providing accreditation Using information and communication technologies Developing and distributing curriculum and education materials Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Confucius Institute-Amman (TAG-Confucius) tagconfucius.com An exclusive agreement was signed between Talal Abu- Ghazaleh Academy and the Confucius Institute of China to establish a TAG-Confucius Institute in Amman. The international Institute offers programs approved by the Chinese Government and is specialized in teaching the Chinese language to non-chinese speakers. It also provides teacher training courses in the Chinese language with the cooperation of the Chinese State Shin-Yang University. In addition, TAG-Confucius is an official testing center for China s Hanyu Shuiping Kaoshi, or the Chinese Proficiency Test (HSK). 17

19 It hosts lectures and organizes workshops for businessmen and the public sector to improve the exchange of cultural knowledge. The Institute also sends its top students on learning tours to China to pursue their studies in Chinese Universities after meeting the language requirements in Jordan. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Cambridge IT Skill Centre (AGCA-ITC) tagcaitc.com Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Cambridge IT Skills Center was established in 2001 through a comprehensive agreement between Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. International (TAGI- Auditors) and the University of Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) to deliver IT training courses through a specialized website, together with additional learning resources. AGCA-ITC offers the International Diploma in IT Skills to certify a candidate s ability in using the computer and managing files, as well as working with Microsoft Office programs and electronic communications. The candidate is granted an International Diploma in IT after passing the exams. Many professional bodies and international Arab organizations, in addition to governmental institutions, have registered their approval. Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business and located in Amman, Jordan. TAGSB-RC provides the business community, professionals and academics with business-related and case-study research on a wide range of subjects, as well as customized consultations in various fields of business administration. The major focus of TAGSB-RC is on areas of management, marketing, finance, banking, risk management, corporate governance, accounting, new product development and innovation and other related business fields in the private sector, public sector, and not-for-profit organizations. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Center for Business Research The Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Center for Business Research is located at Canisius College in Buffalo, New York. It was established in 1988 to provide support to TAGI in research, accounting and economics, and to help TAGI with its training needs. Canisius College was chosen for its excellent reputation and its outstanding accounting programs. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business and Management at the American University in Beirut, Lebanon (1978) The school is the first of its kind in the Arab world. TAG- Org, the sponsor, and the American University in Beirut (AUB) undertook joint assignments specially designed to meet the training needs of the public and private sectors in the Arab region. The Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Cambridge IT Skills Centre has a presence in more than 400 locations in Arab countries, with the plan to cover more in the near future. TAGSB Research Center (TAGSB-RC) tagrsc.com The Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Research Center is an independent research institute affiliated with the Talal Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Society (TAG-KS) tagks.com The Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Society (TAG-KS) was launched in 2008 as a multi-purpose knowledge center for university students across Jordan. Strategically located at the heart of student life in Amman, it embodies the bridge that transfers Arab students in 18

20 Social Services Cafeteria Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Languages Academy (TAG-Lingual) tagks.com TAG-Lingual has been established to promote language proficiency under the umbrella of the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Society. With intercultural communication skills becoming increasingly significant in a world that is becoming more interconnected, our goal is to offer participants a unique atmosphere to study some of the most widely spoken languages, such as English, Arabic, French, German and Italian. Jordanian universities from the world of academia to professionalism in their fields of interest. Apart from providing free Internet access, TAG-KS also provides access to international knowledge resources, digital libraries, state-of-the-art training, skill management and various knowledge transfer activities. Through TAG-KS, students also benefit from career planning and advisory services that enable them to make educated decisions for jumpstarting successful careers. The Academy offers a variety of courses including but not limited to: English Conversation Courses English Levels Courses ESOL Examinations IELTS Test and Preparation Courses Preparation course for the TOEFL test TAG-KS offers the following services: Free Internet Services Book Gallery Training Courses Scholarships Educational Lectures Recruitment Consultancy for recent Graduates Languages Club Annual Job Fair Design and Stationary Job Opportunities TAG Training Diploma 19

21 20 HE Dr. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh speaks during the 3rd Bosphorus Regional Cooperation Forum which was held under the patronage of President of the Republic of Turkey HE Mr. Abdullah Gul.

22 Professional Societies As part of our professional and social commitment, TAG- Org is both a patron and supporter of the following professional associations, which provide their members and the public with the means to follow the latest developments and innovations in their fields. the world with Arab accountants having academic and professional qualifications that are on a par with established international qualifications. IASCA also keeps pace with economic events and publicizes new financial and business concepts and ideas in order to provide members and associates with the means to follow latest developments and innovations in their fields. International Arab Society of Certified Accountants (IASCA) iascasociety.org IASCA was established as a non-profit professional accounting association on 12 January 1984, in London. It was officially registered in Amman on 24 February 1994 under the name of The Arab Society of Certified Accountants. The Arab Society for Intellectual Property (ASIP) aspip.org IASCA was the brainchild of a group of elite Arab accountants to advance the profession of accounting, management and related disciplines in Arab League countries. IASCA also aspires to support the professional independence of accountants and ensure their protection. The Society promotes the application of professional supervisory measures as a way to advance the professions of accounting and auditing. It also works to develop and facilitate the continuous dissemination and exchange of professional and technical information among accountants by holding conferences, meetings, seminars, training courses, and academic gatherings, in addition to encouraging academic and professional research. IASCA has achieved a reputable professional position at both Arab and international levels. Given its concern for bringing the accounting and auditing professions in the Arab world to the highest international professional levels, IASCA monitors laws and legislation related to these professions, aiming to enhance the role of Arab accountants at the international arena. IASCA provides The Society was established on February 23, 1987 in Munich, Germany under the name Arab Society for the Protection of Industrial Property. ASIP s main objective was to promote and develop Intellectual Property protection in the Arab world through the development and modernization of IP systems and laws and regulations that govern them. ASIP is also dedicated to capacity building of IP professionals and practitioners, as well as enhancing awareness among the general public. TheSociety utilizes a number of tools to successfully achieve its objectives, such as holding education programs, conferences and seminars, research projects and studies. ASIP holds many specialized courses and programs in the fields of Intellectual Property and Law, with the most important program being the Arab Certified Intellectual Property Practitioner (ACIPP). The program is the first professional Arabic program offering academic and professional training in the diverse fields of Intellectual Property through focusing on four main disciplines: Introduction to Intellectual Property Trademarks and Unfair Competition Patents of Inventions and Trade Secrets Copyrights and Related Rights 21

23 The Licensing Executives Society Arab Countries (LES-AC) lesarab.org LES-AC was founded in 1997 as the Arab Licensing and Technology Transfer Society (ALTTS). LES-AC is a member of the Licensing Executive Society International (LESI). It is the first non-profit Arab regional society that aims to educate the business community, governmental and public bodies on the economic importance of licensing, technology transfer, protection of Intellectual Property Rights (IPRs), and research and development (R&D) investments. In addition to its member community, training courses, publications and other activities, it launched the Arab Certified IP Licensing Practitioner (ACIPLP) professional training program in ACIPLP program is designed to give participants a solid foundation for building a successful career in the profession of licensing and intellectual asset management in all industries, as well as connecting principles to practice. ACIPLP is accredited by LESI. The Arab Knowledge and Management Society (AKMS) akms.org The Arab Knowledge and Management Society (AKMS) is a non-profit organization founded in 1989 in Buffalo, New York and was officially registered in Amman on October 10, The main objective of AKMS is to develop Arab organizations in both public and private sectors and provide high-quality training and education that meet the needs of different stakeholders in the various fields related to quality, management, training and marketing. AKMS is a member of many professional institutes, such as the Chartered Quality Institute (CQI), ISO Technical Committee 176 and the Arab Information Club (ARABCIN). AKMS s professional courses include the Arab Certified Quality Manager program (ACQM), advanced and customized training programs, and ISTO examinations. The Society has also issued several valuable publications. With more than 18 representatives in the Arab world, along with many reputed international associates, AKMS excels in delivering comprehensive services. The Arab Intellectual Property Mediation and Arbitration Society (AIPMAS) aipmas.org The Arab Intellectual Property Mediation and Arbitration Society (AIPMAS) was established under the name of the Arab Society for Protecting Industrial Property on May 31, 1987, in accordance with the provisions of the Social Societies and Commissions No. 33 for 1966, and the modified law No. 9 for 1971, as a Jordanian society with public profit. The Society was established with support from the Arab Society for the Protection of Industrial Property (Munich, Germany), which is the Original Society under whose umbrella the activities and events of the Society are carried out. The Society promotes and reinforces the system of Intellectual Property in Jordan, in addition to strengthening the knowledge of those working in this field. The Society also focuses on the activities of its Center of Mediation and Arbitration which resolves conflicts in the area of Intellectual Property through international arbitrators applying international rules. The Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA) aroqa.org The Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA) is an international non-profit independent association established in 2007 with the fundamental objective of raising the quality of education in the Arab world. 22

24 AROQA has signed a number of collaboration agreements and memoranda of understanding with local, regional and international quality assurance agencies and organizations with interest in quality assurance in education, including the Accreditation, Certification and Quality Assurance Institute (ACQUIN), Association of Arab Universities (AArU), Higher Education Accreditation Commission in Jordan (HEAC), British Accreditation Council (BAC), and the Foundation for International Business Administration Accreditation (FIBAA). AROQA offers the following services: 1. Quality assurance: Setting up educational quality guidelines, processes, procedures and manuals Providing quality assurance audit in educational institutions Providing counsel, training, certification and accreditation services in quality-related fields 2. Accreditation: Collaborating with Arab and international accreditation agencies to provide accreditation services Leading global technical activities in the field of accreditation, control, evaluation and certification Designing accreditation, evaluation and certification processes for all educational levels 3. Quality assurance and accreditation guidelines for educational institutions and programs in the region: Adopting and linking AROQAE s activities to the national and international quality systems and accreditation processes Assisting countries in the determination of the national accreditation standards criteria Educational networks and communities for developing educational quality reports and ranking Entering into agreements for cooperation, representation and alliance Establishing partnerships with leading national and international organizations Develop promotional activities to disseminate collaboration in research and education community Supporting installation of quality systems in educational institutions, organizing training and capacity-building programs Organization of Arab States Research and Education Networks (ASREN) asren-launch.net ASREN is the association of the Arab region National Research and Education Networks (NRENs) registered in Germany as an independent and non-profit organization. It aims to implement, manage and extend sustainable Pan-Arab e-infrastructures dedicated for the Research and Education communities and to boost scientific research and cooperation in member countries through the provision of world-class e-infrastructures and e-services. ASREN key objectives are: To build, maintain and consolidate regional e-infrastructures To help create and sustain NRENs in Arab countries To facilitate collaboration and cooperation among researchers and academics Among the other tasks ASREN is to perform: Interconnect the Arab National Research and Education Networks Design and manage the regional network Perform advocacy and fund-raising actions to sustain research networking Support the creation, usage and cross-national sharing of Arab research and education contents Support multi-disciplinary collaboration in the research and education community Provide support to national NRENs and encourage the establishment of sustainable e-infrastructures; and Facilitate technology transfer and promote advanced competences in the field of ICT across Arab countries. 23

25 International Cooperation Looking to the future with confidence, TAG-Org assists in developing a better world through building bridges for collaboration with international associations and organizations. TAG-Org has signed a number of cooperation agreements and Memoranda of Understanding with the organizations:» UNESCO The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) and TAG-Org signed a cooperation agreement to work together on building inclusive knowledge societies and promoting Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) to support education, science and culture in the Arab world. The agreement reflects the commitment of both TAG- Org and UNESCO to mobilize partners to build Arab knowledge societies, notably by increasing access to and measuring the use of ICT in different sectors of society, enhancing teacher training, and promoting Internet Domain Names in the Arabic script.» SABEQ The USAID Jordan Economic Development Program (SABEQ) and TAG-Org signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to sustain and develop the objectives of all professional sectors in Jordan. The MoU streamlines access to the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAG-SB) data on Jordanian best practices and methodologies to enrich the content of the Professional Communities portal, which is a tool for professionals in their respective fields. The portal serves to provide high-quality learning resources that support institutional reform of Professional Community member institutions. TAG-SB provides Professional Community members access to its inventory of research papers conducted by professors and students in Jordan.» Microsoft Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. International (TAGI-Auditors), a subsidiary of TAG-Org, and Microsoft, the world leader in software technologies, signed a partnership and cooperation agreement to work together on a number of key initiatives and projects. The agreement covers a wide range of functionalities and technologies, such as information rights management, automation, enterprise application integration, training services, and consulting services.» University of Cambridge International Examination In a pioneering step to contribute to the creation of the Arab knowledge society and as part of its effort to bridge the digital divide and combat ICT illiteracy, the Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Cambridge IT Skills Center (AGCA-ITC) was established in collaboration with Cambridge International Examinations (CIE) University of Cambridge to deliver validated IT Skills examinations certified by CIE. The Future TAG-Org continues to explore ways by which it can add value and leverage its knowledge and experience through education and service. Enormous changes have evolved the world, especially In the Arab region, during the first four decades of TAG-Org s existence. Our services have grown in number and sophistication while our offices have multiplied and our experience has nurtured a mission-based corporate culture. It is a culture based on quality of service and loyal commitment. We are proud to continue to provide our partners with a competent and consistent level of professionalism. We look forward to upholding this standard in collaboration with organizations who share our values and aspirations. 24

26 Chairman of the Board Profile Born on April 22nd 1938 in Jaffa. Founded Talal Abu- Ghazaleh Organization (TAG-Org) in 1972, a leading global provider of professional and educational services in 80 offices worldwide. Recognized as one of the most influential leadership in the Arab World and on the international scene, with lifetime achievements, distinctions and outstanding contributions to education, accountancy, intellectual property, business administration and management, commerce, ICT, science and technology, law and related fields. A builder of institutions with a sense of history and a vision for the renaissance of the Arab and Islamic Worlds Chairmanships HE Dr.Talal Abu-Ghazaleh also chairs the following councils, Institution fora and Universities: Arab Economic Charter Task Force, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013). Chinese Arab Economic and Cultural Forum, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013). Drama Critic Forum, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013). Arab Coalition of Services Industries, Doha, Qatar (2012). Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College of Business (TAG-UCB), Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain (2012). Talal Abu-Ghazaleh International University, Amman, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (TAGI-UNI) (2012). Economic Policy Development Forum (EPDF), Amman, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2011- present). Arab States Research and Education Network ( ). Global Challenges Forum, Geneva, Switzerland ( ). United Nations Global Alliance for ICT and Development (GAID), New York, USA ( ). Afro-Asian Knowledge Society Council, Egypt (2009). Board of Directors, UN Global Compact, New York, USA ( ). Arab Quality Assurance and Accreditation Network (AROQAE), Brussels, Belgium (2007-present). Evian Group Governing Body, Geneva, Switzerland ( ). Evian Group-Arab Region (EGAR) ( ). Encyclopedia of Excellence and Civilization Committee, Riyadh, KSA (2008). Business Action to Support the Information Society (BASIS), International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Paris, France ( ). Board of Trustees, Perspective Europe, Paris, France ( ). United Nations Information and Communication Technologies Task Force (UN ICT TF), New York, USA ( ). Advisory Committee on Internet Governance, United Nations Information and Communication Technologies Task Force (UN ICTTF), New York, USA ( ). The International Chamber of Commerce Task Force (ICC TF) on Internet Governance, Paris, France ( ). Arab Intellectual Property Meditation Society (AIPMAS), Amman, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2003-present). Commission on E-Business, Information Technologies and Telecoms, International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), Paris, France ( ). United Nations Information and Communication Technologies Task Force (UN ICT TF), New York, USA ( ). The Arab Regional Network of the United Nations Information and Communication Technologies Task Force (UN ICT TF), New York, USA ( ). The Working Group on Human Resources and Capacity Building (HRCB) of the United Nations Information and Communications Technologies, (UN ICT TF), New York, USA ( ). The Arab Internet Names Consortium (AINC), Amman, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2001). The Arab Internet Names Consortium (AINC), Amman, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2001). Licensing Executives Society-Arab Countries (LES- AC), Amman, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (1998-present). United Nations Committee of Experts on Professional Qualifications Standards, Geneva, Switzerland ( ). U.N. Intergovernmental Working Group of Experts on International Standards of Accounting and Reporting (ISAR), New York, USA ( ). 25

27 The Committee for the Newly Industrialized and Developing Countries Affairs, the International Accounting Standards Committee (IASC) ( ). Arab Knowledge Management Society (AKMS), New York, USA (1989-present). Arab Society for Intellectual Property (ASIP), Munich, Germany (1987-present); in consultative status to the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO). Arab Society of Certified Accountants (ASCA), London, UK (1985-present); in consultative status with the U.N. Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). Selected Memberships A Royal Commission to enhance integrity system, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (since 2013). Council on Arab Relations with Latin America and the Caribbean (CARLAC), the UAE (2013). World Trade Organization (WTO) Panel on Defining the Future of Trade, Switzerland (since 2012). Festival of Thinkers, the UAE (since 2011). International Advisory Board, University of Bahrain, Kingdom of Bahrain ( ). Senator, Jordanian Upper House, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan ( ). International Advisory, E-City for King Hamad Ibn Isa Al Khalifa, Kingdom of Bahrain (2009). Honorary Board Membership, Afro-Asian Peoples Solidarity Organization (2008). Executive Board, International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), France ( ). Board of Trustees, Arab Anti-Corruption Organization, Lebanon (since 2007). Board of Directors, UN Global Compact, USA ( ). Advisory Board, Evian Group, Switzerland ( ). Board of Directors, King Hussein Foundation, USA (since 2005). The International Consultative Board, the World Coalition, USA (2005). Board of Directors, World Links Arab Countries Advisory Council, USA ( ). Board of Directors, World Links Worldwide, Washington, USA ( ). Public Sector Consultative Group, International Federation of Accountants (IFAC), USA ( ). Board of Trustees, King Hussein Cancer Center (KHCC), the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan ( ). Board of Trustees, National Music Conservatory (NMC), the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan ( ). Advisory Board, Knowledge Economy Community, Development Gateway, World Bank,USA ( ). Advisory Board, Industry Advisory Commission, the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO), Switzerland ( ). Board of Advisors, Middle East Council of the Center for Strategic & International Studies (CSIS), USA ( ). Member of the Board, International Federation of Accountants Council (IFAC), USA (1992). Member of the Board, International Accounting Standards Committee (IASC), UK ( ). Member of the Arab Thought Forum (since 1988). Member of the Board, International Auditing Practices Committee (IAPC) of IFAC, USA ( ). Board of Governors, Keck Center for International Strategic Studies, USA Board of Trustees, American University of Beirut, Lebanon ( ). Decorations The Honorary Doctorate Degree of Arts from Canisius College Buffalo, USA (1988). Legion of Honour Chevalier de la Légion d Honneur, The Elysee Palace, France (1985). Decoration of the Republic of Tunisia from His Excellency President Habib Bourguiba, Republic of Tunisia (1985). 26

28 Decoration of Independence of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan from His Majesty the Late King Hussein Bin Talal, Raghadan Palace, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (1968). Selected Shields Federation of Chambers of Commerce Industry and Agriculture, Lebanon (2014) Applied Science University, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2014) Ras Al-Khaimah Chamber of Commerce and Industry, the UAE (2014) Sudan University of Science and Technology, Sudan (2014) The Specialty Hospital, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013). Hamdan Bin Mohammed e-university (HBMeU), the UAE (2013). The International Arab Youth Congress, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013). Gulf Education and Exhibition Conference, UK (2013). Al Quds College, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013). Bishop s Schools, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013). Zarqa University, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013) Jubilee School, Jordan (2013). Sukaina Bint Al Hussein Secondary School, Jordan (2013). National Library, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013). Palestinian Embassy in Jordan (2013). Drama Critic Forum, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013). Shaikha Mai bint Mohammed Al Khalifa, the Bahraini Minister of Culture, Kingdom of Bahrain (2013 Fuheis Cultural Forum, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2013) Prince Salman Bin Abdul Aziz, KSA (2012). Palestinian Business Forum, Tunisia (2012). The Knowledge Management Conference, the UAE (2012). The Bosphorus Conference for Regional Cooperation, Turkey (2012). Sheikha Intisar Al Sabah, Kuwait (2012). American University, the UAE (2012). University of Wales Institute, UK (2011). HE Sheikh Nahyan Bin Mubarak Al Nahyan (Higher Colleges of Technology), the UAE (2011). Young Arab Leadership, Kingdom of Bahrain (2011). Conference on Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Qatar (2011). Lebanese-Palestinian Business Forum, Lebanon (2011). School of Accounting at Canisius College, USA (2011). General Secretariat of the Association of Arab Universities, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2011). The Shura Council, Kingdom of Bahrain (2010). Bahraini House of Representatives, Kingdom of Bahrain (2010). The Presidential Shield presented by General Emile Lahoud, President of the Republic of Lebanon, Lebanon (2009). The Arab Federation for Protection of Intellectual Property Rights, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2009). The Shura Council, Kingdom of Bahrain (2009). Prince Sultan Bin Abdulaziz Fund presented by His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed Bin Fahd Bin Abdul Aziz, Emir of the Eastern Province, KSA (2009). Shenyang University, China (2009). Kuwait Lawyers Association, Kuwait (2009). Kuwait University, Kuwait (2009). State Audit Institution, Oman (2009). Naif Arab University for Security Sciences, KSA (2009). Palestinian Auditors Association, Lebanon (2009). 27

29 Chamber of Commerce & Industry, KSA (2009). American University of Science and Technology on the occasion of releasing five recorded symphonies for Composer Dr. Walid Gholmieh, Lebanon (2008). Emirates Telecommunications Corporation Academy, UAE (2007). The International Chamber of Commerce, UAE (2007). Sultanate of Oman Audit Institution during the celebration of the 20th anniversary for the Arab Society of Certified Accountants (ASCA) at Cambridge, UK (2004). Cambridge University Shield (2003). Union of Palestinian Engineers, Palestine (1998). Management Science Conference, KSA, (1998). The American Accounting Association, USA (1986). Kuwait Accountants and Auditors Association, Kuwait (1983). Honorary Awards The Arab Award for Innovation Media from His Highness Sheikh Jaber Mubarak Al Hamad Al Sabah, Kuwait, (2012). Man of the Year Award from the Palestine International Institute, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2012). Award of Arab ICT Personality of the Year 2010 from Union of Arab ICT Associations, Kingdom of Bahrain (2010). Honorary Award, The Arab Federation for the Protection of Intellectual Property Rights (AFPIPR), the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan, The International Lifetime Achievement Award, the UAE (2008). IP Hall of Fame Academy, USA (2007). Gold Mercury International Award from His Royal Highness Prince Khalifah Bin Salman Al Khalifah, Kingdom of Bahrain (1978). Aljazeera Award for Lifetime Achievement, Qatar (2004). Certificates of Appreciation One of the World s Most Influential 500 Arabs by Arabian Business, UAE (2012). Palestinian Business Forum, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2011). Bahraini-American Cultural Exchange Society, Kingdom of Bahrain (2010). Education Department in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, KSA (2010). Youth Media Forum, the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (2010). The Islamic University, Gaza (2005). Global Leadership Award, UK (1997). Committee of the International Accounting Standards Board, UK ( ). Mr. Robert Mitterrand, Elysee Palace, France (1985). Music Patronages Patron, The Second Modernity: The Artistic Collaboration of Fairuz and Ziad Rahbani Conference, Anis Makdisi Program in Literature, American University in Beirut (AUB), Lebanon (2006). Patron, Walid Gholmieh Symphonies (2006). Private Concert by Ramzy Yassa and Ghada Ghanem, Cambridge, UK (August 2004). Patron, L Association pour le Rayonnement de l Opéra national de Paris (AROP) (since 2004). Board of Trustees and Chair, National Music Conservatory (NMC), Amman, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan ( ). Patron, Lebanese National Symphony Orchestra (LNSO) (since 2003). Patron, l Opéra de Paris (since 2001). Private concert by the Mozarteum Orchestra of Salzburg, Salzburg, Austria (July 22, 2000). 28th General Assembly for the International Music Council, Petra, The Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan (22-25 September 1999). TAGO Golden Jubilee concert, London, UK (July 1997). 28

30 Private concert by Ramzi Yassa, Seattle, USA (May 1994). Patron, Freunde der Salzburger Festspâele (since 1976). TAG-Org Initiatives Designed and produced TAGITOP, top of the line laptop capability with Netbook portability. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Society which empowers the Arab youth as part of TAG-Org s corporate responsibility. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Award: grants scholarships to distinctive Palestinians to study at TAGSB. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh s grant given to West Bank and Gaza citizens to attain Certified Arab Professional Accountant qualifications. Grant to first ranked Arabic university graduates in accounting to attain the Certified Arab Professional Accountant qualification. Launch of the Adel Al-Sa di Award for Excellence for the first ranked student in the Arab Certified Accountants Society. Electronic Arabic Encyclopedia (TAGEPEDIA) The Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Center for Business Research at Canisius College Short story contest award The Dreaded Echo conducted by the Top Council for care of the arts, literature and social sciences in the United Arab Republic, for the students of higher education institutions in the Arab countries Initiatives (Corporate Social Responsibility) In the field of Education and Scientific Research The Arab Organization for Networks of Scientific Research and Education The Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business Administration (Jordan) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College of Business (TAGCUB-Bahrain) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University World s University UNESCO and TAG-Org : Partnership on ICT Indicators in Education Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Confucius Centre For raising awareness on Arab-Sino shared cultural values (TAG-Confucius) Community Service Initiatives Electronic Jerusalem market- to support Arab Palestinians in Jerusalem. it is an electronic portal and a live commercial marketplace between Palestine and the world. The Palestinian exchange market, an electronic portal for the facilitation of work of Palestinian business men with the world. Jordanian Association for Family Owned Businesses to raise awareness on and develop standards of governance. TAG-Org s cooperation with Qatar Centre for Supporting Civil Society and the Regional Network for Corporate Social Responsibility. Professional services to improve the roles and performance of Jordan News Agency (Petra) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Forum A space for dialogue and exchange of knowledge Centre of Governance for raising awareness and for the exercise of the social role in serving the society. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Cambridge Centre for IT Skills: contributing the building of knowledge society. Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Centre for the Refurbishment of Computers and their distribution among charitable organizations and schools. E-training Center in Gaza Camp to provide the youth with electronic knowledge skills. In cooperation with TAG-Org and the International Relief Organization: Training hundreds of people in Jordan on entrepreneurship skills. Support and train researchers and students and prepare them for the labour market. A program for the empowerment of women in Bahrain in cooperation with the Women s Supreme Council. A training program for fresh graduates in Jordan s camps. Moot Court Competition for the training of law college students to train them on adjudication in Intellectual Property matters. Test Your Knowledge Competition on Trademark Symbols to measure knowledge of trademarks and symbols. Arab ICT Network to motivate social development of the deprived peoples of the region. Cooperation with accounting and auditing associations in the Arab World. Develop Arab Intellectual Property laws TAG-Org is a partner to Prince Sultan bin Abd-Alaziz Award for Business Youth. News Agencies Intellectual Property News Agency Information Technology News Agency Education News Agency Dictionaries Talal Abu-Ghazaleh ICT Dictionary 2nd edition (2013) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh IP Dictionary 2nd edition (2013) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Dictionary of Patents (2012) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Legal Dictionary (2012) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Collocations Dictionary (2012) 29

31 Talal Abu-Ghazaleh ICT Dictionary 1st edition (2008) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Accountancy & Business Dictionary (2001) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh IP Dictionary 1st edition (2000) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh English-Arabic Dictionary of Accounting 1st edition (1978) Professional Publications by Member Firms The Imperative of a WTO Reform Agenda, Geneva (2013) WTO at the Crossroad, Geneva (2012) Arab Certified Management Accountant (2012). Islamic Commercial Law (2010). Islamic Banking and Takaful (2010). Islamic Capital Markets and Instruments (2010). Accounting for International Fund (IF) Institutions (2010). Leaders Outlook, TAG Graduate School of Business Magazine (2010). International Financial Reporting Standard for Small and Medium- Sized Entities (2009). The Licensing Executives Society International (LESI) Guide to Licensing Best Practices (2007). Anti-Money Laundering Guide (2006). Guide to Corporate Governance (2006). International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS) Workbook and Guide (Wiley) ( ). Authorized Arabic World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Intellectual Property Handbook: Policy, Law and Use (2005). Official Arabic Translation of the International Accounting Standards in the Public Sector (2005) Authorized Arabic translation of the Guide for Legal Retention Period for the Merchant Books and Auditor Work Papers (2004). Authorized Arabic International Financial Reporting Standards ( ). Handbook of International Standards on Auditing, Assurance and Ethics Pronouncements ( ). Authorized Arabic International Accounting Standards in the Public Sector ( ). Authorized Arabic International Standards on Auditing and Code of Professional Conduct (2001). English Translation, Intellectual Property Laws of the Arab Countries (2000). Authorized Arabic International Accounting Standards (1st edition 1999, 2nd edition 2000, 3rd edition 2001). Authorized Arabic Business Guide to the World Trading System (1999). Authorized Arabic/English Accounting and Financial Reporting for Environmental Costs and Liabilities (1999). Trademark Laws in the Arab Countries: Countries Guides (1998). Official Arabic version of the International Standards on Auditing (1st edition 1998, 2nd edition 2001, 3rd edition 2002). Official Arabic version of the Business Guide to the World Trading System (1st edition 1998, 2nd edition 2000). Academic Associations Microsoft Academy for Business Solutions/ Talal Abu-Ghazaleh College of Business (TAGCB) in collaboration with the German Jordanian University and Microsoft, (2006). Abu-Ghazaleh Cambridge IT Skills Center, Amman, Jordan (2001). Talal Abu-Ghazaleh College of Business (TAGCB) (2006). Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College of Business (TAGCUB-Bahrain),( 2012) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University World s University, (2012) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Award: grants scholarships to distinctive Palestinians to study at TAGSB, (Since 2006). Authorized Arabic Business Guide to the World Trading System (1999). Authorized Arabic / English Accounting and Financial Reporting for Environmental Costs and Liabilities (1999). Trademark Laws in the Arab Countries: Countries Guides (1998). 30

32 The global organization for professional services and education Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. International (TAGI-Auditors) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. Consulting (TAG-Consult) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Valuation (TAG-Value) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh & Co. International Domains (TAG-Domains) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Information Technology International (TAG-ITI) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh E-Solution (TAG E Solutions) Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property TAG-IP(AGIP) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Legal (TAG-Legal) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh International Advertising (TAG-Media) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh International Press & Publishing (TAG-Publish) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Recruitment & HR Development (TAG-Recruit) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Advisory (TAG-Advisors) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Tenders (TAG-Tenders) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Translation Distribution & Publishing (TAG-Translate) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Chinese Visa Section (TAG-Visa) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAG-SB) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University Company (Lebanon) - (TAGI-UNI) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College of Business (TAG-UCB) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Educational Consulting (TAG-Education) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Online Education Research Center (TAG-ED Research) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Confucius Institute (TAG-Confucius) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Cambridge IT Skills Centre (AGCA-ITC) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Professional Training Group (TAGI-TRAIN) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Society (TAG-KS) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Forum (TAGKF) Electronic Arabic Encyclopedia (TAGEPEDIA) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Laptop (TAGITOP) International Arab Society of Certified Accountants (IASCA) Arab Society for Intellectual Property (ASIP) licensing Executives Society - Arab Countries (LES-AS) Arab Knowledge and Management Society (AKMS) Arab Intellectual Property Mediation and Arbitration Society (AIPMAS) Arab Organization for Quality Assurance in Education (AROQA) tagi.com tag-consultants.com tagvaluation.com tagidomains.com tagiti.com tagesolutions.com agip.com tag-legal.com tagorgmedia.com tag-publication.com tagirecruitment.com tagadvisory.com tagtenders.com tagtranslate.com tag-visa.com tagsb.edu.jo tagiuni.com tagucb.edu.bh tageducational.com tagiresearch.com tagconfucius.com tagcaitc.com tagitraining.com tag-knowledge.com tag-forum.com tagepedia.org tagitop.com iascasociety.org aspip.org lesarab.org akms.org aipmas.org aroqa.org 31

33 The global organization for professional services and education Organization of Arab States Research and Education Networks (ASREN) China Arab Business and Cultural Forum (Chinarabforum) Arab Baltic for Education and Business (Arab-Baltic) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Cloud (TAG-Cloud) Family Business Governance Center (FBGC) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh China Trade (TAGCT) Arab Omani Training Institute Abu-Ghazaleh Intellectual Property News Agency (AG-IP News) All 4 Palestine Economic Policy Development Forum (EPDForum) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Information Technology News Agency (TAG-IT-News) TAG knowledge and Wealth Creation (TAG-Creation) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Training Bahrain (TAG-Training Bahrain) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Education News Agency (TAG-Educa-News) Arab Center For Dispute Resolution (ACDR) Global Certification for Global Knowledge (TAG-Metric) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Real Estate (TAG-Aqarat) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University Management Advisory Services(TAG-Universities) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh for Dispute Resolution (TAG Resolution) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Computer Refurbishment Center (TAG-CRC) AGIP Renewals - Intellectual Property Renewals (AGIP-Renew) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Design & Publishing (TAG-Design) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Research Center (TAG-Research) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Academy for Languages (TAG-Lingual) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Capital Services(TAG-Capital) Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Internal Audit (TAGI-Auditors) asrenorg.net chinarabforum.com arab-baltic.com tagicloud.com fbgc.jo tagchinatrade.com tagi-aoti.com agip-news.com all4palestine.com epdforum.org tagitnews.com tagcreation.com tagitraining.bh tageducanews.com acdr.aipmas.org tagimetric.com tagaqarat.com taguniconsult.com tagresolution.com tagcrc.com ag-ip-renewals.com tagidesign.com tagrsc.com tag-languages.com tag-capital.com taginternalaudit.com 32

34 Offices JORDAN 1- Amman TAG-Org General Administration Building No. 26, Prince Shaker bin Zaid Street, Shmeisani, Amman P.O. Box: , Amman 11192, Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Amman AGIP-General Administration Building No. 26, Prince Shaker bin Zaid Street, Shmeisani, Amman P.O. Box: , Amman 11192, Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Amman Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Knowledge Society Building No. 19 Mecca Street-Um Uthainah P.O. Box: 3966, Amman Jordan Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Amman Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Graduate School of Business (TAG-SB) Building No. 104, Mecca Street, Amman P.O. Box: , Amman 11192, Jordan Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) Amman Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University Company (Lebanon) (TAGI-UNI) Regional office: Building. No. 45, Abdel Rahim Al-Waked Street, Shmeisani P.O. Box: , Amman Jordan Website: tagiuni.com AFAGHNISTAN 6- Kabul House No. 184, Street 14, District 10, Wazir Akbar Khan, Kabul, Afghanistan P.O. Box 13004, Qalai-e-Fathullah, Kabul, Afghanistan Telephone: Mobile: Fax: ALGERIA 7- Algeria CENTER COMMERCIAL ET D AFFAIRES EL QODS, Bureau No Cheraga, Algeria P.O. Box: 148, Algiers Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) [email protected] BAHRAIN 8- Manama T.J. Tower Wings 91 and 92 Building 683, Road 2811, Block 428 Seef District Manama - Kingdom of Bahrain P.O. Box: 990 Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain. Telephone: (+973) Fax: (+973) [email protected] [email protected] 9- Talal Abu-Ghazaleh University College of Business (TAG-UCB) TAG-Org Building # 1002 Road # 5121 Suwayfiyah # 351, Manama P.O. Box: 990 Manama, Kingdom of Bahrain Telephone: (+973) Fax: (+973) [email protected] CHINA 10- Shanghai 413, Tongsheng Tower, NO. 458 Pudong Fushan Rd, Shanghai,China, Telephone No.: Fax No.: [email protected] 11- Beijing P7, 5/F China Life Tower,16 Chaowai St, Chaoyang District, Beijing,China, Tel No.: Fax No.: [email protected] Hong Kong Suite 1202, level 12, 1 Peking Road, Tsim Sha Tsui, Hong Kong Tel: +(00852) Fax: +(00852) [email protected] CYPRUS 12- Nicosia 24 Gregoriou Xenopoulou Street, Kyza Court, Office 302, 1061 Nicosia, Cyprus. P.O.Box: 16270, 2087 Nicosia, Cyprus. Telephone: (+ 357) Fax: (+357) [email protected] EGYPT 13- Cairo TAG-Org Building, A26 Smart Village Km. 28 Cairo/Alexandria Desert Road, 6th of October City, Cairo- Egypt P.O Box : 150 Smart Village 12577, 6th of October City, Cairo - Egypt Telephone: (+202) Fax: (+202) [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] INDIA 14- New Delhi AGIP TMP Agents India Pvt, Ltd. HL Arcade, 3rd Floor, Plot No. 14, Sector V (MLU) Market,Dwarka New Delhi , India Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) [email protected] IRAQ 15- Baghdad Mahala 710, Street 20, Building 122 Al-Muthana District, Zayona, Near Maysaloon square, Baghdad, Iraq P.O. Box: Al-Dawoodi, Postal Code 12631, Baghdad, Iraq Telephone: (+964) Mobile: (+964) Fax: (+962-6) [email protected] [email protected] 16- Erbil Italian village, House No. 463 Next to the 2nd Gate, Kurdistan- Erbil Telephone: (+964-6) Mobile: ( ) / Fax: (+962-6) [email protected] [email protected] KUWAIT 17- Kuwait Fahed Al-Salem Street, Souk Al-Kabir Building, Block A, 9th Floor P.O. Box: 4729, Safat 13048, State of Kuwait Telephone: (+ 965) Fax: (+ 965) [email protected] [email protected] LEBANON 18- Beirut-TAGI Alam Elddin Street Al Mansour Building, 1st floor Sanayeh,Beirut P.O.Box: , Beirut, Lebanon Telephone: ( ) Fax: (+961-1) [email protected] 19- Beirut-AGIP Anise Tabbarah Street Al Halabi Building, 1st Floor Sanayeh. Beirut P.O.Box: , Beirut, Lebanon Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) [email protected] LIBYA 20- Tripoli The Arab Company for Telematics Hai Alandalus, Behind the British Council Telephone : Mobile: / [email protected] 33

35 MOROCCO 21- Casablanca ESPACE PORTE D ANFA, Porte C, Rue Bab Mansour 3éme étage, Appt N 11 Casablanca 20050, Kingdom of Morocco P.O. Box: Casa El Hank, Kingdom of Morocco Telephone: ( ) / 21 / 26 Fax: ( ) [email protected] OMAN 22- Muscat Al Taie Building, 3rd Floor, Al Qurum, Al-Elam Street P.O. Box: 2366 Ruwi, Postal Code112, Muscat, Oman Telephone: ( ) / Fax: ( ) / [email protected] [email protected] 23- Arab Omani Management Training Institute - Muscat Al-Wateyah, Rumailah Building, 2nd Floor Muscat - Sultanate of Oman P.O. Box: Ruwi 112 Telephone: (+968) Fax: (+968) [email protected] PAKISTAN 24- Karachi Anum Empire 604, 6th Floor, Block 7/8, Shara-e-Faisal, Karachi, Pakistan P.O.Box: Karachi- Pakistan Telephone: (+92-21) /4 Fax :(+92-21) / 6 [email protected] PALESTINE 25- Gaza Al Quds St-Ansar Square-Alawkaf Building Apartment 10-11, Palestine P.O. Box: 505, Gaza City, Palestine Telephone: (+970-8) / / Fax: ( ) / [email protected] [email protected] 26- Ramallah Green Tower Building, 3rd Floor, Al-Nuzha Street, Near Ramallah Public Library. P.O. Box: 3800, Al-Beerah, Ramallah, Palestine Telephone: ( ) / / Fax: ( ) / [email protected] [email protected] QATAR 27- Doha Business Park, E-Blook, 5th Floor, Airport Road. P.O. Box: 2620, Doha, State of Qatar Telephone: (+ 974) / / / Fax: (+ 974) / [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] SAUDI ARABIA 28- Riyadh King Fahad Road, Olaya P.O. Box: 9767, Riyadh Saudi Arabia Tel: ( ) Fax: ( ) / [email protected] [email protected] 29- TAGI Higher Training Institute - Riyadh King Fahad Road, Olaya P.O. Box: 9767, Riyadh Saudi Arabia Tel: ( ) Fax: ( ) / [email protected] 30- Khobar Mada Tower (A) 1st Floor- Prince Turki Bin Abdul-Aziz Street Corniche Al-Khobar P.O. Box: 3187, Al-Khobar 31952, Saudi Arabia Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) [email protected] 31- Jeddah Talal Abu-Ghazaleh Organization Building, Madinah Road with Tahlia Street Cross P.O. Box: 20135, Jeddah 21455, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) [email protected] 32- Abha Al Othaim Market Building, First Floor, Office No.06, Abha Khammis Mushait Road P.O. Box: 9767, Riyadh 11423, Saudi Arabia. Tel: ( ) / Fax: ( ) [email protected] SUDAN 33- Khartoum Sudanese Islamic Bank Building-6th Floor, Apartment No. 1, Algaser Street P.O. Box: 1623 Khartoum, Sudan Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) [email protected] SYRIA 34- Damascus Kafersoseh - The Southern Highway P.O. Box: 31000, Damascus, Syrian Arab Republic Telephone: ( ) / 61 Fax: ( ) [email protected] TUNISIA 35- Tunisia Appt. B. 3.2, 7 Rue Chott Errommen, Montplaisir, Tunis 1002 P.O. Box: 1, Montplaisir 1073, Tunis, Tunisia Telephone: (+ 216) / (+ 216) / (+ 216) / (+ 216) Fax: (+ 216) [email protected] TURKEY 36- Ankara Tunus Cad. No. 15/4 Kavaklidere, Ankara, Turkey Telephone: ( ) (pbx) Fax: ( ) [email protected] 37- Istanbul Istanbul Office- Audit Services KARINCA Cumhuriyet Cad. 34/ Beyoglu, Istanbul, Turkey Telephone: Fax: [email protected] UNITED ARAB EMIRATES 38- Abu-Dhabi Al Masraf Bld- 8th Floor (TAGI), Sheikh Hamdan St. P.O. Box: 4295, Abu-Dhabi, UAE Telephone: ( ) / Fax: (+971-2) [email protected] 39- Dubai (TAGI) Gulf Towers, Entrance A1, 7th Floor, Oud Metha Road, Bur Dubai, Dubai P.O. Box: 1991, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: (4) (8 Lines) Fax: (4) [email protected] 40- Dubai (AGIP) Gulf Towers, Entrance A2, 7th Floor, Oud Metha Road, Bur Dubai, Dubai P.O. Box: 1991, Dubai, United Arab Emirates Tel: (4) (8 Lines) Fax: (4) [email protected] 41- Ras Al-Khaimah Al-Seer Building No.1, 3rd Floor, Oman Street, Al-Nakheel P.O. Box: 403, Ras Al-Khaimah, United Arab Emirates Telephone: ( ) Fax: ( ) [email protected] 34

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