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Dubai preparing for COPEDEC conference

Dubai will host the 7th international summit on Coastal and Port Engineering in Developing Countries (COPEDEC) from 24 to 28 February 2008 at the Intercontinental Hotel in Dubai.

Director General of Dubai Municipality Hussain Nasser Lootah said that the conference draws major importance as it is the first event of its kind in the Middle East.

The total investment on coastal development projects in the Gulf region alone is valued at USD 100.

The conference will bring together over 1000 marine engineers and scientists from around the world to exchange know-how and experience. (WAM)

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