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Events & Briefings

The Middle East Association delivers a year-round programme of high-level events, briefings and discussions that foster informed debate and meaningful engagement on developments across the Middle East and North Africa.

Flagship Events

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Parliamentary Reception

Cross-party engagement with MPs, ambassadors, MEA members and senior stakeholders.

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Ambassadors' Reception

Arab ambassadors to the UK and UK ambassadors to MENA, plus members and senior business engagement.

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Annual Gala Dinner

Flagship networking event bringing together leaders from across sectors.

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UK Roadshow

Regional business-focused events aimed at businesses engaging with the Middle East.

Upcoming Events

Join us for our upcoming events and be part of important conversations shaping the Middle East and North Africa region.

  • YPG Summer Drinks

    Young Professionals Register

  • Gateway to MENA: Unlocking Business Opportunities Across the Middle East

    Regional Spotlight Register

  • Diplomacy Unpacked: Insights, Careers & Connections with RUSI NextGen

    Young Professionals Register

  • Iraq & Syria Business Reception with the MEA, Mansion House Reception

    Regional Spotlight

  • Gala Dinner 2026

    Flagship Register

  • UK Roadshow 2026

    Conference Register

  • Cross-Party Parliamentary Reception (House of Commons)

    Flagship Register

  • MEA Technology Conference

    Conference

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