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Building Resilient Social Security & Pension Governance: A Strategic Approach to Workforce Compliance

September 2, 2026 | 8:30 AM — 1:30 PM GST

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Murtaza Khan

Managing Partner, Middle East and Africa

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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Shayan Sultan

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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[email protected]

T:+971 4 818 1736

Gufran Al Bash

Gufran Al Bash

Social Security Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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[email protected]

T:+971 56 116 9184

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Managing Partner, Middle East and Africa

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

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T:+971 (0) 4 818 1701

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Shayan Sultan

Partner

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 4 818 1736

Gufran Al Bash

Gufran Al Bash

Social Security Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 56 116 9184

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Murtaza Khan

Managing Partner, Middle East and Africa

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 (0) 4 818 1701

Porthole headshot image of Fragomen Dubai Senior Manager Shayan Sultan

Shayan Sultan

Partner

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 4 818 1736

Gufran Al Bash

Gufran Al Bash

Social Security Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 56 116 9184

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Location

Grand Plaza Mövenpick Media City, Al Falak Street, Opposite Innovation Hub

Dubai 502713

As the social security and pension landscape continues to evolve, staying ahead of regulatory change has never been more important.

Join Fragomen for our 3rd Annual Social Security & Pension Conference, an exclusive event bringing together senior government officials from the General Pension and Social Security Authority (GPSSA), leading multinational organisations, and Fragomen's regional social security experts to discuss the latest developments shaping workforce compliance across the UAE and the wider MENA region.

With organisations facing increasing compliance obligations, accelerating localisation initiatives, digital transformation, and heightened expectations around governance and workforce management, this year's conference will provide the knowledge and strategies needed to confidently prepare for what's next.

Fragomen Hosts

  • Shayan Sultan, Partner
  • Gufran Al Bash, Manager

Guest Speakers

  • Fatma Ahli, Director of Employer Operations Dept., GPSSA
  • Ali Obaid, Head of Contact Center Section, GPSSA
  • Arif Abdullah, Head of Collections Section, GPSSA
  • Mohammed Al Hammadi, Account Manager, GPSSA
  • Krishna Kumar Padmanabhan, Regional Mobility Advisory and Services Lead, Accenture
  • Yosra Siddik, Regional Country HR Lead, HPE

Why attend?

Hear directly from senior GPSSA officials on the latest regulatory developments, policy updates, and the future direction of social security and pension reform.

Gain strategic insights from industry leaders and Fragomen specialists on managing compliance, governance, workforce localisation, and operational excellence.

Learn from real-world case studies showcasing how leading employers are addressing complex social security and pension challenges while building resilient operating models.

Participate in interactive discussions and Q&A sessions, giving you the opportunity to engage directly with government representatives and subject matter experts.

Who should attend?

Designed for senior professionals responsible for HR, Payroll, Government Relations, Legal, Finance, and Compliance, this conference offers a unique opportunity to gain practical insights, hear directly from government decision-makers, and connect with peers navigating similar challenges.

If you are interested in joining, please click the register button or contact [email protected] for more information.

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Country / Territory

  • United Arab EmiratesUnited Arab Emirates

Related contacts

Photo of Murtaza Khan

Murtaza Khan

Managing Partner, Middle East and Africa

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 (0) 4 818 1701

Porthole headshot image of Fragomen Dubai Senior Manager Shayan Sultan

Shayan Sultan

Partner

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 4 818 1736

Gufran Al Bash

Gufran Al Bash

Social Security Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 56 116 9184

Share

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  • LinkedIn

Share

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  • Facebook
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Related contacts

Photo of Murtaza Khan

Murtaza Khan

Managing Partner, Middle East and Africa

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 (0) 4 818 1701

Porthole headshot image of Fragomen Dubai Senior Manager Shayan Sultan

Shayan Sultan

Partner

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 4 818 1736

Gufran Al Bash

Gufran Al Bash

Social Security Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 56 116 9184

Share

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  • Facebook
  • LinkedIn

Share

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  • LinkedIn

Related contacts

Photo of Murtaza Khan

Murtaza Khan

Managing Partner, Middle East and Africa

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 (0) 4 818 1701

Porthole headshot image of Fragomen Dubai Senior Manager Shayan Sultan

Shayan Sultan

Partner

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 4 818 1736

Gufran Al Bash

Gufran Al Bash

Social Security Manager

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Email

[email protected]

T:+971 56 116 9184

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