David Stringer-Lamarre, MD of FortisCL, within his role as Chairman of the Institute of Directors, City of London was pleased to attend the 3rd London Arabia Art Fashion Week.

The launch events were the art exhibition followed by the fashion show at the Jumeirah Carlton Hotel in Knightsbridge.

At the fashion show, Omar Bdour, CEO, London Arabia Organisation delivered a welcome address emphasising the importance of strong links between the UK and Arab countries.

Rawan Bin Hussain, Law student and entrepreneur provided comments on the format of the evening and the designers.

Gonzalo Llosa Vargas, UNHCR Representative to the UK, spoke about the UN work with respect to refugees.