MEADFA - the Middle East and Africa Duty Free Association, has announced it will increase its advocacy and engagement capabilities with the creation of its Advocacy Working Group (AWG). The AWG will be developing a cross category advocacy approach, representing the entire duty free and travel retail industry, delivering a combined voice. The AWG aims to promote awareness of the industry with key regulators and policy makers to ensure the future of this unique industry.

The Middle East & Africa Duty Free Association (MEADFA) was honoured to welcome His Excellency Dr. Ahmed Al Futaisi, Minister of Transport for Oman, to officially open this year’s MEADFA Conference.

H.E Dr Ahmed Al Futaisi, Minister of Transport and Communications for Oman, will be the guest of honour at the 2019 MEADFA Conference, which will take place at the Kempinski Hotel, Muscat from 24th to 26th November.

Further details have been revealed for this year’s MEADFA Conference managed by TFWA, which will take place at the Kempinski Hotel in Muscat, Oman from 24th to 26th November. Kicking off an action-packed social events programme, the Opening Cocktail on Sunday 24th November will be held at the exclusive Zale Beach Club & Lounge on the shorefront. The Gala Dinner hosted by Muscat Duty Free will take place on Monday 25th November at the main pool of the Kempinski Hotel, offering first-class cuisine, entertainment and stunning views over the Gulf of Oman.

The latest business opportunities for the duty free and travel retail industry in the Middle East and Africa will be discussed at this year’s MEADFA Conference, which will take place at the Kempinski Hotel, Muscat and will run from 24th to 26th November.