Upcoming Events

Webinar: Doing Business in Saudi Arabia and UAE

Want to deepen your knowledge of key industry sectors and market opportunities in Saudi Arabia and UAE? Please join us for a free webinar hosted by the Great Lakes St. Lawrence Governors and Premiers (GSGP) Arab Gulf Trade Office that will cover current economic trends, as well as provide details on GSGP's December 2025 trade mission to Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

Date: Thursday, July 24, 2025
Time: 9:00am – 10am CST
Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/ycyjh94z

Webinar: 2025 Middle East Regional Economic Forum: Economic Growth & Opportunities for Illinois Exporters

Rapid changes are creating new export opportunities in the Middle East—both in well-established markets and in emerging areas. Please join the Illinois Office of Trade and Investment’s Middle East Regional Office for a webinar on current trends and developments across the region's dynamic economic landscape. This webinar will provide an overview of traditional markets such as Morocco, Egypt, Israel, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, along with insights into developments in countries like Syria. We will also share important dos and don'ts to help businesses effectively navigate regional complexities.

Date: Tuesday, July 29, 2025
Time: 9:30am – 10:30am CST
Registration Link: https://tinyurl.com/2atmx5v5

Illinois District Export Council Mission to MENA Region l September-October, 2025

The ILDEC is organizing a mission to Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia and Jordan with an add on to Israel. The focus is business building, matchmaking and creating lasting partnerships.

Please note this is not an Illinois Office of Trade and Investment mission. However, eligible Illinois businesses can apply for ISTEP support.

For more information contact Sam Odeh at sodeh@pbdusa.com.