Jafza’s Post

Attended the inaugural ASEAN Pretoria Committee (APC) Business Mixer event, organized by the Indonesian Embassy in Pretoria, in collaboration with the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI) and Business Unity South Africa (BUSA). The event took place on November 5, 2024, at the Indonesian Ambassador's Residence in Pretoria. The event was attended by 100 individuals, including representatives from 25 ASEAN member country companies operating in South Africa, 35 South African companies, ambassadors and diplomats from ASEAN countries, and South African government officials from the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) and InvestSA - Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC). The purpose of this initiative is to establish and facilitate a professional networking platform that connects businesses from ASEAN and South Africa. This platform aims to foster mutually beneficial collaborations and create new opportunities for cooperation between the two regions. #APC #SACCI #BUSA #DIRCO #DTICInvestSA #ASEAN #TSSA #BusinessMixer

𝐄𝐠𝐲𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐢𝐭 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐜𝐨, 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐧𝐬 The current trade exchange between Egypt and Morocco stands at $1.3 billion annually, with 295 Moroccan companies operating in Egypt through investments totaling $230 million.

IPA and SwissCham Egypt are joining forces to strengthen economic ties between Egypt and Switzerland. This strategic partnership is set to boost foreign investments, open new market opportunities, and empower businesses to expand across Egypt and the MEA region. Together, we’re driving sustainable growth and unlocking new opportunities. #PublicPolicy #PublicAffairs #Investment #SwissCham #BusinessGrowth #MEA #Switzerland #EconomicDevelopment #SustainableGrowth #StrategicPartnership

🌍🤝 𝐃𝐮𝐛𝐚𝐢 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐟𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚 𝐂𝐄𝐎 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐮𝐦: 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐢𝐞𝐬, 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐇𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐨𝐧𝐬! 🤝🌍 We are thrilled to #announce Dubai Chambers successful #participation in the recently concluded Africa CEO Forum in #Kigali, #Rwanda! This #prestigious event attracted over 2,500 #attendees including #African #presidents, #government officials, and CEOs of major international and African #companies. Our delegation, led by His Excellency Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, actively engaged in an interactive panel discussion titled ‘Decisive Decade for Intra-African Trade: Can the AfCFTA Deliver? H.E. Lootah underscored the pivotal role Dubai plays in bolstering trade ties between Africa and the world, highlighting the contributions of Dubai International Chamber’s seven representative offices in Africa. These offices are instrumental in fostering partnerships between the private sector in Dubai and the African business community. 🏙️🌐 𝑲𝒆𝒚 𝑯𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒉𝒕𝒔: 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐞 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡: African markets accounted for 13.3% of Dubai’s total non-oil trade in 2023, up from 8.9% in 2014. This growth trajectory is expected to continue, driven by key initiatives like the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA). 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬: Emphasized the importance of Africa as a vital strategic trade and investment partner, with Dubai operating more international offices in Africa than any other region globally. The forum was opened by His Excellency Paul Kagame, President of Rwanda. https://lnkd.in/gxKhyNw2 #DubaiChambers #AfricaCEOFORUM #Trade #Investment #Dubai #Africa #GlobalMarkets #AfCFTA #BusinessGrowth #EconomicDevelopment

Morocco and the United States: Creating Opportunities through Joint Ventures 🇲🇦 🇺🇸 Morocco is positioning itself as a strategic gateway for US foreign direct investments (FDI) in Africa. This crucial role offers Moroccan companies a unique opportunity to collaborate with American partners through joint ventures. These alliances can pave the way for access to the American market, the transfer of cutting-edge technologies, and the development of local skills. By partnering with American companies, Moroccan businesses can benefit from substantial financial investments, enhance their reputation and credibility in international markets, and stimulate innovation. These partnerships represent a promising path to strengthen Morocco's economic presence in Africa and contribute to the country's growth and sustainable development. Let's seize this opportunity to strengthen Moroccan-American economic ties and create added value for our businesses and economies. Prosper Atlas #Morocco #USA #JointVentures #FDI #EconomicGrowth #Innovation #SustainableDevelopment #InternationalBusiness #Partnerships

African Development Bank Group and partners plan to make the Abidjan-Lagos corridor highway a potent economic and industrial hub. The Abidjan-Lagos corridor highway will link the cities of five major West African countries by 2030, and is set to become a powerful economic and industrial hub courtesy of the Spatial Development Initiative promoted by the African Development Bank. https://lnkd.in/gkeHPPHs West Africa Industrialisation, Manufacturing & Trade Summit and Exhibition #trade #industrialhub #africa #westafrica

At TradeMark Africa, our experience in Eastern, Southern, and the Horn of Africa has equipped us with the knowledge and tools to make a significant impact. We bring this expertise to West Africa with a commitment to enhancing trade corridor infrastructure, improving the quality of traded goods, and empowering women and youth in trade. Our goal is to create a seamless and efficient trade environment that boosts the region's global competitiveness. The Abidjan-Lagos corridor is a crucial focus of our efforts. This corridor, connecting major economic hubs, has the potential to revolutionise trade in West Africa. By reducing trade costs and facilitating smoother transit, we can unlock significant economic opportunities. This corridor is not just a route for goods; it is a pathway to prosperity for millions. #ECOWAS_TMAPartnership #KeepAfricaTrading #AbidjanLagosCorridor #DigitalTrade #SustainableTradePractices #WestAfricaProsperity -- Agence Française de Développement Global Affairs Canada | Affaires mondiales Canada Dr. Omar A Touray Dave Beer Allen Sophia Asiimwe Anthe Vrijlandt Gayi Harriet Kwamina Sagu Ekremet Duncan Onyango H.E. Erastus Mwencha

🌐 Vietnam and UAE Sign CEPA: Strengthening Bilateral Trade and Economic Cooperation Vietnam and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have officially signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), marking a significant milestone in enhancing bilateral relations and expanding economic opportunities between the two nations. This landmark agreement is set to drive economic growth, boost trade and investment, and foster closer ties across diverse sectors. Vietnam's CEPA with the UAE represents a historic breakthrough, as it is the first free trade agreement between Vietnam and an Arab country in the Middle East and Africa. 🌍With its strategic position as a trade hub, the UAE enables Vietnamese goods to access larger regional markets, including Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Kuwait, creating vast new opportunities for Vietnamese businesses in these high-potential economies

🌍 Exploring New Horizons for Tunisian Trade and Investment🌍 I recently had the privilege to address a forum on the immense opportunities and challenges in enhancing inter-regional trade and investment. Despite significant progress, like the establishment of a free trade area, the level of international trade remains underwhelming, at about $14.1 billion, far below our potential. Studies suggest that we could increase this to $100 billion! Tunisia, although a new member COMESA, is among the top trading partners in the region, and there's a vast landscape of opportunities waiting to be explored. From leveraging flexible rules of origin to navigating the complexities of transport logistics, our SMEs need more support and strategic guidance to tap into these markets effectively. Key points discussed included: - The need for stronger coordination between public and private sectors. - The importance of aligning domestic laws with regional agreements. - The potential of digitalization to enhance trade efficiency. - Strategies to improve awareness about regional trade opportunities. A special thanks to Dr. Christopher Onynago, Director Trade and Customs at COMESA, and Mr. @Chekib Ben Mustapha, Director General at Mond Beratung, for their insightful presentations. Also, a big thank you to our moderator, Mr. Wassim Ben Larbi for facilitating the discussion. Let's continue to work together to unlock the full potential of our region, fostering greater trade and investment opportunities for all. #Trade #Investment #SMEs #Tunisia #RegionalTrade #EconomicDevelopment #MarketIntegration

The UAE and Chile signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in Abu Dhabi, UAE, witnessed by His Highness Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, President of the UAE and Ruler of Abu Dhabi, and His Excellency Gabriel Boric, President of Chile. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade, said, “The UAE-Chile CEPA is a significant step forward for our foreign trade ambitions and consolidates our growing relationship with South America. This deal unites two nations who are both committed to developing open, market-based economies that leverage trade, talent and technology to deliver long-term prosperity. Chile offers a range of exciting opportunities for our private sector, particularly in key sectors such as manufacturing, mining, financial services, renewable energy, tourism and agriculture, and I look forward to our business communities establishing further synergies once the deal is implemented. Importantly, this CEPA also secures a partner that shares our belief in the importance of sustainable growth, from trade technology to eco-tourism, and who we can work with to shape the economy of tomorrow.” Read more: https://lnkd.in/d3x7GSYe Kreston Menon appreciates the UAE government's efforts to support businesses in the UAE and its commitment to strengthening bilateral relations with other countries. #UAEChileCEPA #EconomicPartnership #TradeAgreement #BilateralRelations #GlobalTrade #InternationalBusiness #EconomicGrowth #SustainableTrade #BusinessOpportunities #RenewableEnergy #InvestmentOpportunities #GlobalEconomy #UAEBusinessCouncil #ChileEmbassyUAE #GoingGlobal #CEPA #UAE #Chile #KrestonLatAm #KrestonBAArgentina #KrestonBSG #KrestonFLS #KrestonColombia #KrestonPeru #KrestonPartnership #fdi #WAM # #GulfNews #Khaleejtimes #KrestonATCChile #KrestonChile #KrestonMCA #krestonmenon #krestonglobal #knowingyou