To help ensure a smooth experience, please read the information below.
Attendance Policy
- BX2025 is an 18+ event and exclusively for invited, pre-registered delegates.
- Registration is non-transferable (one person per registration).
- This policy applies to all BX2025 events.
Cultural sensitivities
Dress Code
- Conference: Smart or business attire recommended.
- Hotel: Dress code is relaxed but modest clothing encouraged.
Greetings
- Greetings: warm but formal, especially for first meeting instance.
- Handshakes: Common but men and women may not shake hands in traditional
settings.
Tip: Wait for the other person to offer a hand first.
Alcohol
- Allowed in licensed venues for those 21+. Enjoy responsibly and follow local laws.
Visas and entry requirements
- Visa on arrival available for most visitors from 60+ nationalities. Please verify your visa requirements for your country before traveling.
Tipping and financial etiquette
- Not obligatory but appreciated.
- Restaurants: 10-15% if no service charge.
- Taxis: Round up fare or offer a small tip.
April/May Weather
- Day: Average 33°C
- Night: Cools to 22°C
- The indoor conference venue will be air conditioned.
Local time
- Gulf Standard Time (GST) year-round
Electrical plugs
- Plug type G (three rectangular pins in a triangular pattern)
- Voltage: 230V
BX2025 is taking meaningful action to promote green behaviors among all attendees and conserve our resources:
- Food Waste - Attendees will be encouraged to plate their food mindfully, and confirm their attendance to the Gala dinner to avoid over-production. Behind the scenes, we have worked to rescue surplus food from landfills - this has been made possible through our partnership with ne’ma, the National Food Loss and Waste Initiative.
- Plastic Bottles - Should you wish to bring a reusable bottle if you have one. Water fountains will be available throughout the conference venue.
- Lanyard Reuse - The BSG will collect and reuse lanyards for future events. At the conference exit, you will see footsteps guiding you to a designated collection box - a small action to reduce waste.