We are MECS+R The Middle East Council of Shopping Centres & Retailers is the regional trade body representing the Retail Real Estate Industry in the MENA Region. Established in 1994, MECS+R has grown over the years and has a strong and closely connected member base of over 1000 regional and international industry professionals representing shopping mall owners, developers, marketing managers, leasing managers and specialists, retailers, consultants, property managers, financiers, accountants, government officials and industry suppliers. MECS+R provides its members with unparalleled local and international business contacts and support through its network of international affiliates.