Stop TB Partnership Coordinating Board

Cairo, Egypt, 06-07 May 2008

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Welcome
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Evaluation

Supporting Documents - by agenda item

Tuesday 6th May 2008

01) Administrative Session
02) Opening Session
03) Case Detection
04) Country Reports on the Global Plan
05) External Evaluation - Result & Recommendations
06) Closed Session

Wednesday 7th May 2008

07) External evaluation - Recommendations
08) TB-HIV
09) TB Alliance
10) Annual Report & Work Plan
11) Partners' Forum 2009
12) XDR-TB Task Force
13) Closing Session

Presentations - by agenda item

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REGISTRATION

Please register your participation in the 14th Stop TB Coordinating Board Meeting by completing the attached registration form and returning it to Winnie Deguzman (deguzmanw@who.int,)
fax no. + 41 22 791 4886 by 11 April 2008.

CAIRO

The Egyptian capital, Cairo, is located on the banks and islands of the Nile River in the north of Egypt. With a total population of over 16 million people, Cairo is one of the largest cities in the world, that straddles Africa and the Middle East region. Although Cairo is famous for its history, it is now home to a vibrant city.

MEETING VENUE

Intercontinental Citystars Cairo Hotel
Omar Ibn El Khattab Street
Heliopolis
Cairo, Egypt
Phone: +20 2 2480 0100
Fax: +20 2 2480 0200

HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

Under a block booking, reservations have been made at:

Holiday Inn Cairo Citystars Hotel
Ali Rashed Street
Heliopolis
Cairo, Egypt
Phone: +20 2 2480 3000

The Holiday Inn Cairo Citystars Hotel is in the same compound as the Intercontinental Citystars Cairo Hotel.

Preferential rates have been negotiated at the Holiday Inn Cairo Citystars Hotel of $90.00 subject to 25.44% service charge and taxes. Participants will settle their own bills on check-out.

TRAVEL TO AND FROM THE AIRPORT

The preferential rate negotiated with the hotel includes travel to and from the airport. Flight number and exact time of arrival have to be communicated to facilitate this and should be included on the registration form and returned to Winnie de Guzman deguzmanw@who.int, fax:+ 41 22 791 4886 by 11 April 2008.

VISA

All foreign visitors must be in possession of a passport that is valid for at least 6 months past the date of entry into the country.

Participants should obtain visas to enter Egypt before traveling. Please contact the Egyptian Embassy in your respective country to arrange for a valid visa prior to leaving to Cairo. In case you need any specific supporting documentation from the Stop TB Partnership for your visa application, please contact Winnie de Guzman. deguzmanw@who.int

A yellow fever vaccination certificate is required from travelers coming from infected areas.

HOW TO REACH CAIRO

Cairo International Airport (IATA, CAI) is served by Egypt Air, the national carrier, and other major airlines. Please note that Egypt Air arrives and departs from the domestic terminal, even for international flights.

FLIGHT CONFIRMATION

Please ensure that the Stop TB Partnership Secretariat is aware of your arrival and departure details. Please insert flight date and time on your registration form. Also notify any changes to Winnie de Guzman deguzmanw@who.int as soon as they are known. Upon arrival in Cairo, please hand over your airline ticket to the Stop TB Partnership Secretariat for re-confirmation of your return flight.

PUBLIC TRANSPORT

The subway system, called 'The Metro' locally, is a fast and efficient way of getting around Cairo. It can get very crowded during rush hour. The first two train cars are reserved for women only. There is a flat fare of EGP 1.00 per trip.

SAFETY

Egypt is generally peaceful. People are friendly and cooperative. The security situation in the country is now stable. Please be reminded that personal security is an individual responsibility. Using common sense and precautionary actions can reduce risk. Visitors to Egypt are advised to dress and behave discreetly, particularly if traveling to Upper Egypt. Travel to the towns of Minia, Sohag, Assiut and Qena is not recommended. Your safety is our primary concern, therefore please try to conform to these guidelines:

• Keep a low profile in crowded public areas;
• Take care when handing over business cards;
• Check with people before photographing them, as it is sometimes disliked.

It is advisable to drink bottled water.

The emergency police phone number is 122.

FINANCIAL MATTERS

The monetary unit in Egypt is the Egyptian Pound (EGP) subdivided into 100 Piastres. Notes are available in EGP: 1, 5, 10, 20, 50 and 100. The rate of exchange is US$1=5.47 EGP (as of 06 March 2008).

ATM's are located in various places throughout downtown Cairo. An ATM machine is available in the Intercontinental Citystars Cairo Hotel.

COMMUNICATION

The telephone country code for Egypt is +20. Local mobile phone operators have roaming agreements with major operators.

CLIMATE

In May, the temperature is expected to range between a high of 33oC and a low of 17oC. It is recommended that you wear business attire inside the hotel and during meetings. Cultural dress is welcome.

MEDICAL ADVICE

Check with WHO EMRO in case you need medical attention..

MEETING ORGANIZATION

To assist you during your stay in Cairo, a secretariat will be established in the Intercontinental Citystars Cairo Hotel.

You will receive a background dossier upon arrival.Documents will be posted on the Stop TB Partnership web site approximately 10 to 14 days before the Coordinating Board Meeting.

For further information, please feel free to get in touch with the organizers.The team will happily assist you with your requests, wishes and needs.

WE WISH YOU A PRODUCTIVE AND HAPPY STAY IN CAIRO!