UP to 4,000 top lawyers and judges will gather here from all
over the world for the International Bar Association's 2007 Annual
Conference, the most prestigious event on the calendar for the
legal profession.
Singapore was selected as the destination of its Annual Conference
2007. Singapore is a unique and dynamic city, filled with culture
and brimming with energy and finesse. It is where urban meets
traditional offering the modern and cosmopolitan whilst retaining
its local flavour. Voted 5th best business meeting city, it offers
the perfect opportunity for both business and pleasure.
Minister Mentor Lee Kuan Yew was there to officially announce the
opening ceremony today.
MM Lee delivered the keynote speech at the five-day conference
which is also the 60th anniversary of the IBA which was formed in
New York in 1947.
Today, hundreds of western suit angmors flock about premises around
and within Suntec City. They were later invited to Raffles Hotel
for a Welcome Party.
IBA Conference Singapore lasts form 14-19 October, Suntec City.
