This year, the Swiss Business Council UAE celebrates a remarkable milestone: 30 years of connecting, supporting and championing the Swiss business community in the UAE.
To celebrate three decades of Swiss–UAE connections, friendships and business success, we are delighted to invite you to our 30th Anniversary Gala Dinner at the spectacular One&Only One Za’abeel on Saturday, 21 November 2026.
EVENT DETAILS:
Date and Time: Saturday, 21 November 2026 6:30 PM onwards
Venue: One&Only One Za’abeel (MAP)
Dress Code: Elegant / Formal
Audience: Members, Swiss Diplomats in the UAE, Local Dignitaries, the Swiss Community and Guests
Get a glimpse of our previous Gala Dinners: 2024 | 2025
Evening Highlights (Subject to Change):
06:30 PM – Registrations, Photos, Networking
07:30 PM – Welcome by Peter Harradine, Chairman of the Swiss Business Council UAE
– Address by H.E. Arthur Mattli, Swiss Ambassador
– Address by H.E. Christoph Buehler, Swiss Consul General and Head of the Swiss Business Hub Middle East
– Raffle Draw & Networking / Dancing
ENTRY FEES:
Non- Alcoholic Package
SBC Members: AED 795
Guests: AED 1,095
Alcoholic Package
SBC Members: AED 995
Guests: AED 1,395
Both packages include pre-dinner canapés, a three-course dinner, beverages and VAT. Guests selecting the non-alcoholic package may purchase alcoholic beverages separately at the cash bar for an additional charge.
Table Seating: Each table accommodates 10 guests.
To register for this event, please fill in the form by clicking the ‘REGISTER’ button below. This is an adult only event. Social members’ guests will be invoiced guest price.
The SBC team will contact you with the payment details, registration is only confirmed upon receipt of full payment. Please note that payment needs to be made prior to the event, by Monday 2 November 2026 at the latest (Registrations after this date will be subject to availability). Seats are limited and will be on a first come, first served basis. No shows and last-minute cancellations will be charged the full amount. For smooth organization, please advise via email at [email protected] on your seating preference and dietary restrictions/allergies. A seating plan will be made. Special requests will be considered by 2 November 2026 at the latest.
Your attendance is valuable and important in making this gathering a success. We look forward to welcoming you!
