Financial Center News #41

📢 Just released the March 2024 Newsletter

🎙️ Interview with Daniyar Kelbetov, CFA, FRM, Chief Product Officer at AIFC (Astana International Financial Centre) and Board Chairman of AIFC Green Finance Centre: Learn about the global and Astana sustainable finance landscape, including the growth of GSS+ bonds and Kazakhstan's initiatives in green finance.

💬 Opinion of Obi Ibekwe, Chief Executive Officer of EnterpriseNGR. Discover insights from the recently published State of Enterprise Report 2023, celebrating the fusion of art and finance in Nigeria's Financial and Professional Services sector.

📰 Roundtable der EU-Finanzzentren und -Verbände in Brussels: Highlights from discussions focusing on securities issuance, retail investment, diversity, and inclusion.

📅 Upcoming Events: Join key events such as TheCityUK International Conference 2024 and DIFC Dubai FinTech Summit 2024 to explore global financial trends and initiatives.

🤝 Strategic Partnerships: Learn about partnerships between financial centers like Kigali International Financial Centre and Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) aiming to enhance cooperation and collaboration.

📚 Publications: Access reports and whitepapers on topics such as financial inclusion, SME finance, and the future of financial centers.

📲 Read more: https://lnkd.in/eQCk_aVC

🔎 Brussels hosted a momentous gathering as the EU Roundtable of Financial Centres convened, showcasing the fusion of diversity and unity in our collective objectives.

💡 Febelfin had the honor of spearheading a dialogue among representatives from various #EU financial centers, setting out a shared trajectory for the industry's evolution.

A heartfelt thank you goes out to our distinguished guests: ▶ Anne GAIGNARD, CEO of Place des Investisseurs ▶ Claire Godding, Co-Chair of Women in Finance, ▶ Benoît van den Hove, CEO of Euronext

📲 Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/e7esgAHr

#ADGM presents the key highlights from its event tailored to ADGM entities, which guided them through the intricacies of #ESG disclosure requirements, including ADGM's disclosure framework, scope, and thresholds, along with how to integrate ESG principles within their organizations.

Congratulations on the Nauryz holiday!

Nauryz represents ancient traditions and symbolizes the awakening of nature as well as new opportunities for everyone of us. This celebration embodies ancient traditions, unity, and the aspiration for renewal.

May this Nauryz open the doors to new financial opportunities and successes for you. We wish for this year to be a time of growth and development, bringing prosperity to your families and helping to realize your boldest plans. Happiness, peace, and prosperity to every home!

The Busan Finance Center held a symposium to discuss the achievements and challenges of the 15th anniversary of Busan's designation as a financial hub specializing in maritime and derivative finance. The symposium discussed innovative policies to develop Busan into a global financial hub, including the designation of a financial special zone, attracting policy financial institutions, and establishing a digital asset exchange. In particular, President Myongho Rhee stated that the Busan Finance Center would support the creation of a Busan financial hub through leading research and active domestic and international promotional activities, and expressed gratitude for the participation of the Lord Mayor Of London at City of London Corporation in the keynote speech, noting that the support of the City of London Corporation provided an opportunity to further strengthen Busan's international standing.

ㅇ Event Title: 15th Anniversary Symposium of the Designation of Busan as a Financial Hub ㅇ Theme: Achievements and Challenges of the 15th Anniversary of the Designation of Busan as a Financial Hub ㅇ Date : March 19, 2024, 11:00~15:00 ㅇ Venue: Pearl Room, 3rd floor of Lotte Hotel, Busan ㅇ Co-hosts: Busan Finance Center, Kookje Daily News ㅇ Organizer: (Association) Financial City Busan Forum ㅇ Key Participants (Opening Remarks) Myongho Rhee, President of the Busan Finance Center (Congratulatory Remarks) - Vice Mayor for Economic Affairs of Busan Metropolitan City - Chairman of the Korea Developmnet Bank - Chairman of the Busan Chamber of Commerce & Industry (Keynote Speech) - Lee Bok-hyun, Governor of the Financial Supervisory Service, - Michael Mainelli, Lord Mayor Of London at City of London Corporation

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Explore the insights shared by M. Said Ibrahimi, CEO of Casablanca Finance City, in an exclusive interview with asharqbusiness.com, where he delves into Morocco's pivotal role as Africa's top financial center.

#CFC #CasablancaFinanceCity #Africa #Interview #CFCInsights #CFCNews

100 days post #COP28: #DIFC ignites the #SustainableFinanceCatalyst.

From pledges to action at the 100 Days from COP28: Commitment to Action event, #DIFC teams up with Global Ethical Finance Initiative (GEFI) to propel climate commitments forward.

Join us as we pave the way for a greener future, growing #sustainable start-ups 50x by 2030 and shaping the finance industry towards a USD 100bn sustainable flow by 2030.

Read more: https://lnkd.in/dQTNZfVs

#SustainableFinance #COP28Legacy #GreenEconomy

Mauritius stands out with a GDP growth of 7% in 2023, higher than pre-pandemic levels, and an average growth rate of 2.3% for the past 5 years. This high growth is explained by the country’s innovativeness, inclusiveness, and resilience. Mauritius scored higher than the higher-income economies average in these 3 pillars, with better scores in sustainability and resilience. 👉 𝑳𝒆𝒂𝒓𝒏 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆: https://lnkd.in/dve-aq9Y 👉 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒅 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝑬𝑫𝑩’𝒔 𝑩𝒖𝒔𝒊𝒏𝒆𝒔𝒔 𝑭𝒂𝒄𝒊𝒍𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒏𝒄𝒆𝒏𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆: https://lnkd.in/dqAGRR3M

#EDBMauritius #EDBBusinessFacilitation #MauritiusGrowth #WEFReport World Economic Forum

Recently, the Adanian Labs team led by its Founder, John Kamara visited our office to explore potential areas of partnership. The meeting hosted by our CEO, Obi Ibekwe proved fruitful as we aligned on our shared vision of ensuring the Financial & Professional Services (FPS) sector is positioned for a sustainable future in the business landscape, through the use of technology and ethical AI. 🤝

At EnterpriseNGR, strategic partnerships and technological innovation are central to our operations.

#financialservices #FPSsector #Nigeria #Business #partnershipsforchange

Many of the entities mentioned in the Malta Financial Services Advisory Council (MFSAC) national strategy for financial services had already started implementing the changes outlined in the action points – and the Malta Stock Exchange plc is no exception. Vanessa Macdonald caught up with Chairman Joseph Portelli to find out more.

Read the Insight Interview 👉 https://shorturl.at/qsMQS

#FinancialServices

The Government Pension Investment Fund (GPIF) issued a RFI for information on illiquid assets, other than the asset classes it has already invested in (ie real estate, PE, infrastructure). It mentions forests, farmland, gold, crypto assets as examples. Deadline 19 April 5pm JST

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"Banks are gatekeepers who need to protect our society," says Enrico Aresu, Head of Compliance Solutions DACH & CEE at Moody's Analytics.

The establishment of the European Anti-Money Laundering Authority #AMLA in Frankfurt strengthens financial supervision here on the Main. There was a time when the importance of a financial centre was measured by the number of banks and the volume of their transactions.

But that's only half the story, says Enrico Aresu, Dipl.-Ing., MBA, CAMS of Moody's Analytics, and an outdated one at that. Aresu is a proven specialist in the fight against money laundering and financial fraud. In an interview with Marcus Schult, he explains why protection against financial crime is now a crucial location factor and why #Frankfurt is the ideal place for AMLA.

🎧 Episode 33 of the Frankfurt Main Finance Podcast #MeinFinanzplatz is live! Listen now: https://lnkd.in/eT-GSxDd

Powering Fintech Possibilities With HSBC!

We’re one step closer to our fintech dreams for HK with our latest partnership with HSBC!

The first public-private deal of its kind, the three-year bank-fintech collaboration will combine HSBC’s banking and investment expertise with our I&T network to advance HK’s fintech capabilities.

By facilitating global expansion, potential investment opportunities for no less than 50 Park companies, talent mentorship, data collaboration, and business matching, it’s set to elevate HK’s digital economy with cross industry fintech solutions.

See how we’re driving a fintech-empowered world together: stp.hk/49WO8H1

#HKSTP #PropellingSuccess

I'm proud to share my latest blog post, which discusses diversity and its importance in creating a sustainable future for our Island and Jersey's IFC. As the finance industry continues to navigate complex global challenges and rapidly evolving markets, it's clear that diversity isn't just a nice-to-have; it's a must-have. It's what fuels innovation, fosters creativity, and ultimately drives sustainable growth. You can find my full blog post on the Jersey Finance website: https://lnkd.in/eD4qXPBT

@Jersey Finance

We are pleased to announce that Dr. Donald Kaberuka, Chairman and Managing Partner, SouthBridge, will be a Distinguished Speaker at the 5th Annual CFA Investment Conference on March 28, 2024.

Register to attend the conference: https://lnkd.in/drZNxBRn

More embedded than ever within the global financial system, sustainable finance has become a pivotal market driver and now enters a new era. One that is characterized by the further integration of ESG into corporate strategy, heightened political nuances surrounding sustainable finance, a more stringent approach to greenwashing, and increased scrutiny of supply chains. Join our annual Sustainable Finance Forum livestream on 23 and 24 April 2024 where we gather leading actors in the realm of sustainable finance to explore its new era. To see the full agenda and to register, click here: bit.ly/3Tj672X #LuxFinance #SFF #sustainability #sustainablefinance #livestream #finance #ESG #financialservices

📌 [D-7 | Registration] | With four months to go until the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Paris Europlace is organising a meeting that will bring together all the stakeholders involved in the organisation of the games - the Olympic Committee, the infrastructure ecosystem of the Paris financial centre, etc. - to discuss the infrastructures deployed, the legacy of the games, the transformation of our cities and territories, etc. 📆 Tuesday, March 26 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. ✏️ Registration required: https://lnkd.in/e8gp3yfJ

Antoine du Souich | Georgina Grenon - France | Frédéric Brédillot | Mounir Corm | Benoît Gausseron | Birgit Fratzke-Weiss PhD | Alexis A. Hojabr | Jean-Luc Champy | Société de Livraison des Ouvrages Olympiques - SOLIDEO | Société des grands projets | Groupe BPCE | EDF | Vauban Infrastructure Partners | White & Case LLP | Jean-Charles Simon | Karim ZINE-EDDINE | Nadine Huynh | Robin Louvet | Marie-Eve Farah | Chloé Morel | Louis Valles

Explore the insightful interview with Yousuf Al-Jaida, CEO of QFC, featured in The Business Year Qatar: https://lnkd.in/d-yyrRfz

Yousuf elaborates on QFC's crucial contribution to enhancing Qatar's stature as a leading financial and commercial center, in line with the ambitious Qatar National Vision 2030. He details the QFC's strategies for enhancing the local digital landscape via the Digital Assets Lab, which promotes innovation and provides regulatory backing for cutting-edge technologies.

Furthermore, he sheds light on QFC's commitment to sustainability and ethical business conduct by introducing paperless operations and advocating for sustainable finance practices within the finance sector. This underscores QFC's dedicated endeavors to propel business development, innovation, and sustainability across Qatar.

Together with the Financial Services Skills Commission, we recently held our first Future Skills Conference, in partnership with Lloyds Banking Group, Yorkshire Building Society, Capital One, and Phoenix Group.   It was a great event and fantastic opportunity to focus on the talent and skills challenges and opportunities facing financial and related professional services. We were lucky to hear from a range of great speakers, through a series of keynotes and lively panel discussions, who shared some wide-ranging useful insights.   🎥 Catch the highlights from the day, or visit our website to watch the various keynotes and panel sessions.   🔗 https://lnkd.in/eZMgBfFW   #TheCityUK #FinancialServices #TalentDevelopment #Upskilling #reskilling