[ncc-announce] [meetings] Invitation to the First Middle East Peering Forum (MPF): 7, March 2013, Dubai

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Dear colleagues,

It is with great pleasure that we invite you to the first ever Middle
East Peering Forum (MPF), scheduled to take place during the twelfth
meeting of the Middle East Network Operators Group (MENOG) on 7 March
2013 in Dubai.

The Internet landscape in the Middle East is changing rapidly and the
development of Internet Exchange Points (IXPs) in the region is one of
the most significant recent developments. What impact will this have on
the current interconnection environment? How will this affect your
business as an Internet Service Provider or network operator? We aim to
discuss these questions and more as part of an interactive, open
discussion with experts from around the globe. The programme will
include thought leaders from a range of industries, including mobile
operators, social networking entities, content providers, data centre
operators, telco operators and IXP operators.

MENOG has initiated the MPF to strengthen and develop the local peering
ecosystem and connect it with the global peering community. The Forum
will bring together peering coordinators, industry representatives and
IXP operators to share technical knowledge and best practices, discuss
industry trends and developments and provide a unique opportunity to
network and initiate new peering arrangements and enhance existing ones.

While the peering community is global, this forum offers the potential
to focus on issues specific to operators in the Middle East. The active
engagement and participation of Internet community members in the region
will help to realize the potential of the MPF.

The MPF will take place on 7 March 2013 at the Radisson Royal Hotel,
Dubai. Attendance is free, and we encourage attendees to register ahead
of time via the online registration form:
http://www.menog.org/meetings/menog-12/

The development of IXPs is a hot topic in the region. We encourage you
to join us help launch this new and exciting regional activity. We look
forward to welcoming you to the Middle East Peering Forum and MENOG 12
in Dubai.

Best Regards,

Paul Rendek
Director of External Relations, RIPE NCC