Workings of the Investment Conference, in the Middle East, was launched here today, in the presence of the Governor of the Saudi Arabian Monetary Authority "SAMA" Dr. Ahmed bin Abdul Karim Al-Khulaifi, organized by the CFA Institute, in cooperation with the Saudi Association of Certified Financial Analysts and witnessed participation of more than 600 personalities from thought leaders, financial and investment sector experts, and the most important market players from across the Middle East and North Africa. Dr. Ahmed Al-Khulaifi, in a speech delivered, at the beginning of the ceremony, welcomed all attendees and participants, in the activities of this 10th edition, which is being organized for the first time, in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, noting that such meetings contribute to strengthening the position of the Middle East investment, and dedicate communication to members in various fields, which contributes to developing knowledge and expertise, developing cadres in the Middle East and developing the financial sector. The SAMA participates in this conference as a strategic sponsor of it, especially when looking at the challenges that will be discussed, including: developing the financial market, the complexities of the bold capital market. in the Middle East, the challenges facing Islamic banking, and other issues that are directly downpour in achieving the goals of the financial sector development program, that enjoys the support and attention of the wise leadership of the Kingdom and to achieve its ambitious vision represented by the Kingdom's 2030 vision.