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THE BRITISH EGYPTIAN BUSINESS ASSOCIATION (BEBA)

Why BEBA

In the last decade of the twentieth century Egypt redirected its policies towards a market orientated economic society. The government committed to ambitious economic and legislative reforms designed to improve the business environment. A key element in this process was the development of strong business associations to encourage and support local and foreign private business groups.

BEBA - the creation

In 1996 a group of prominent British and Egyptian business executives recognized this need and, in particular, wanted to encourage trade with Britain. The UK export capability was well established but Egypt, in particular, needed to develop its export industry in order to compete in the new "World Order". The advent of new WTO regulations and the prospect of an association agreement with Europe also gave greater encouragement to Egypt to improve its world trade. Britain, as one of the major investors in the country, and given the historical relationship between the two countries, was clearly an obvious trade partner, and the need for a business forum was essential. 1996 became an important year for the UK and Egypt as the British Egyptian Business Association (BEBA) was formed.

BEBA - continued growth

In order to assist British investors BEBA adapted and developed the services provided to its members. These include: proactive matchmaking between Egyptian and British companies; Bi-Monthly Newsletter; lobbying the Egyptian government on behalf of its members, especially on general business issues; an online database; assistance and consultation services provided to individual members. In addition, BEBA holds sectorial workshops and seminars to debate topical issues, participates in trade fairs and hosts visiting trade missions and UK government officials.

BEBA - future challenges

In order to increase the effectiveness of BEBA it is essential for the British and Egyptian membership to grow and to introduce new ideas and experiences to increase the profile of the association in Britain and Egypt. To develop these challenges BEBA seeks to develop greater links with UK and Egyptian organizations such as the Egyptian British Chamber of Commerce, The Arab British Chamber of Commerce, Trade Partners UK and British Trade International. It is intended that BEBA will offer reciprocal membership to other organisations, joint functions and integrated services.

Your role in BEBA

BEBA targets top business executives of both Egyptian and British companies with an interest in trade and investment between the two countries. Membership of BEBA by leading British companies not only demonstrates the commitment of the company to the success of British/Egyptian trade and investment but also strengthens the voice of British Business in Egypt. Membership of BEBA by Egyptian companies is the first step to a successful relationship with British business either in Egypt or through export to the UK.

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