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Governance Trends Uncovered
Our webinar series brings together influential leaders and practitioners to explore the latest trends, risks, and opportunities in Middle Eastern governance. Stay ahead with on-demand and live sessions that go beyond theory, focusing on the practical application of corporate governance in real-world, high-stakes environments.
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Governance Conversations. Expert Insights.
Register expert led discussions on the future of governance. MEIoD webinars provide actionable insights into boardroom trends, ESG, and family business leadership across the MENA region.
- 9 December 2026
- 11:00 AM
- UAE
Transformation agendas demand new expertise digital, energy transition, geopolitical risk, globalisation. The board of 2030 must be built today.
- 8 April 2026
- 11:00 AM
- UAE
Family ownership dominates regional markets, and generational transitions are accelerating. Governance is the key to continuity.
- 12 May 2026
- 6:00 PM
- UAE
With listings accelerating on the Saudi Exchange, ADX, and DFM, governance maturity is a critical success factor.
- 12 August 2026
- 11:00 AM
- UAE
Regional businesses operate across volatile jurisdictions. Geopolitical risk is no longer just a compliance issue; it’s a strategic one.
- 10 November 2026
- 6:00 PM
- UAE
Governance failures often stem not from flawed strategy, but from cultural blind spots and poor conduct.
- 13 October 2026
- 6:00 PM
- UAE
For listed and soon-to-be-listed companies, the relationship with shareholders and stakeholders has fundamentally changed. Activism is evolving, and voices of
- 14 July 2026
- 6:00 PM
- UAE
ESG expectations are rising, but implementation maturity varies. The challenge is moving from disclosure to value creation.
- 10 June 2026
- 11:00 AM
- UAE
In environments with founder dominance or significant state influence, the Chair-CEO relationship is critical to healthy governance.
- 14 October 2026
- 11:00 AM
- UAE
As capital markets mature and risks like cybersecurity and climate intensify, the Audit & Risk Committee’s (ARC) mandate is rapidly
- 15 September 2026
- 6:00 PM
- UAE
Succession planning is often informal, and compensation transparency varies. The NRC is the guardian of leadership continuity and strategic alignment.
- 10 March 2026
- 3:00 PM
- UAE
Board evaluations are too often a compliance tick-box. Yet, as Vision-driven economic transformations demand capability upgrades, evaluations must become a
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about participating in MEIoD Governance Conversations.
What are MEIoD Governance Conversations?
MEIoD Governance Conversations are webinars focused on practical corporate governance topics affecting boards and senior leaders in the Middle East. They address real boardroom challenges, emerging risks, and evolving governance expectations.
What topics do the webinars cover?
Sessions cover areas such as board evaluations, ESG disclosure, cybersecurity oversight, shareholder activism, audit committee responsibilities, board remuneration, family business governance, IPO governance, and reputational risk.
Who should attend these webinars?
The webinars are designed for directors, executives, governance professionals, investors, and senior leaders seeking to strengthen governance practices and board effectiveness.
Are the webinars live or recorded?
1. MEIoD Gov Con are not recorded so that directors/executives can have open and frank conversations and it is based on activities and breakout room discussions etc.
2. Summary outcomes are shared afterwards
3. Other webinars are recorded and can be viewed.
Are the discussions tailored to the Middle East?
Yes. While grounded in widely recognised governance principles, the sessions are framed around the regulatory, cultural, and economic realities of the Middle East.
