Global Summit · 12th Edition

The RISE 12th Global Summit of Tamil Entrepreneurs and Professionals

Oman as Strategic Link Between India, Middle East, Africa and Europe

Dates: November 24-26, 2023
Venue: Rozna Hall, Muscat, Oman

Summit Overview

Oman Strategic Partnership

Positioning Oman as a strategic link between India, the Middle East, Africa and Europe, the 12th Global Summit built enduring business and government partnerships.

Summit Programme

Highlights & Engagement

Keynote Highlights

  • Host Leaders: Mr. Jose Mikle Robin (Founder, The Rise Oman), Er. Arul Michael (Co-Host)
  • Chief Guest: H.E Salim bin Nasser Al Aufi, Minister for Energy and Minerals
  • Government Dignitaries: Brigadiar Rtd Salim Ali Khalifa Al Maskiry, Chairman, Oman Automobile Association
  • Business Leaders: Er. Mohammed Salim Al Busaidi, Chairman, Bin Khalifa Group
  • Valedictory Chief Guest: Mr. Faisal al Rawas, Chairman, Oman Chamber of Commerce & Industry

Strategic Business Establishment

  • The RISE Integrated L.L.C: Company established in Oman for MSME sector facilitation
  • Kutralam Brand Launch: Global Tamil Village and Country Club legacy project
  • Davos Preparation: Foundation for the Switzerland summit (June 2024)
Sector Sessions

Focus Areas

Sector-Specific
  • Food Security: National mandate and collaborative possibilities with Oman
  • Marine Economy: Multiple potentials in fisheries and coastal development
  • Mining Sector: Business opportunities in Minerals and Mining
  • Logistics Growth: Emerging opportunities in the supply chain sector
  • MSME Collaboration: Roadmap between Oman, India and the Tamil world
Key Government Integration
  • In-Country Value (ICV): Food security-related value creation understanding
  • Special Economic Zones: Free zones opportunities and access processes
  • SME Development Fund: INMA insights and approaches for funding
  • Startup Ecosystem: Access processes and opportunities in Oman
Outcomes

Awards & Final Outcomes

  • Recognition of The Rise best teams globally (UAE, Qatar, Singapore leadership)
  • CTACIS (Confederation of Tamil Agriculture Commerce Industry Services) honors
  • Final networking towards MOUs in multiple sectors
  • The Rise Integrated Oman Company business adoption announcements