18 February 2025, JW Marriott Hotel, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

We are pleased to announce that KPMG’s 2025 Middle East, South Asia, Caucasus and Central Asia (MESAC) Tax Summit will be held on Tuesday, 18th February 2025 at the JW Marriott Hotel in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The Summit will bring together tax and finance leaders as well as C-suite executives from the MESAC region, where sessions facilitated by local and global speakers will provide insight into today’s dynamic tax landscape and future outlook.

A variety of topics will be covered, including the latest tax developments, challenges, and opportunities. The Summit also presents a great platform for tax leaders to network and connect over tax related topics of interest.

Participation at the 2025 MESAC Tax Summit is by invitation. For queries, please contact the event manager via email to sa-fmmesactaxsummit@kpmg.com.

Agenda

Time

Session

9:00 – 9:30

Registration, refreshments, and networking

9:30 – 9:35

Welcome

9:35 – 9:45

Introduction and agenda

9:45 – 10:00

Uncovering the future of business in the Middle East

10:00 – 10:25

Economic update

10:25 – 10:50

Global perspective on the future of tax

10:50 – 11:05

Refreshments and networking

11:05 –11:50

Talking tax from a policy lens - The evolving horizon

11:50 – 12:35

Simplifying the complicated - Pillar Two

12:35 – 12:40

Close of plenary and introduction to breakouts

12:40 – 14:00

Lunch and networking / Prayer break

Breakout Sessions – 1st selection 

14:00 - 15:00

Transfer pricing update

14:00 - 15:00

Corporate tax update

14:00 - 15:00

Indirect tax update

15:00 – 15:15

Refreshments and networking

Breakout Sessions – 2nd selection

15:15 – 16:00

Q&A session: Saudi Arabia

15:15 – 16:00

Q&A session: UAE and Oman

15:15 – 16:00

Technology focus in tax

The agenda items, timing and speaker composition may change.

The 2025 MESAC Tax Summit will take place at the JW Marriott Hotel in Riyadh.

Location:
JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh
Address: King Fahd Rd, Sahafah District, Riyadh 11564, Saudi Arabia (view map)
Hotel website: JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh

Delegates attending the 2025 MESAC Tax Summit and opting to stay at the JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh will need to arrange their own reservations with the hotel.

Other hotels located near the venue include:
- Radisson Hotel Riyadh Olaya
- Mansard Riyadh
- DoubleTree by Hilton Riyadh
- Novotel Riyadh

Please note that the 2025 MESAC Tax Summit takes place during peak season, which will likely affect hotel room rates and availabilities. We recommend delegates planning to attend the summit to make accommodation arrangements at the earliest.

Distance from Airport:
The JW Marriott Hotel Riyadh is situated approximately 27 kilometers (16.8 miles) away from King Khalid International Airport.

Travel time is approximately 30-40 minutes depending on traffic conditions. Taxi fare from the aforesaid airport to the event venue would cost approximately SAR150.00, but may vary depending on traffic conditions and choice of vehicle.

Delegates will need to make their own arrangements for travel between the airport and the hotel. If you wish to book a car directly with the hotel, please contact the hotel concierge: RUHJB.Concierge@marriott.com.

Climate:
The average temperature for Riyadh in February is 20°C (68°F).

  • The event agenda and speakers are subject to change
  • Participation at this event is by invitation and prior registration is required
  • The event does not cover travel, accommodation and other miscellaneous expenses 

business attire/national dress

For queries or clarifications, please contact the event manager via email to sa-fmmesactaxsummit@kpmg.com