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Excerpts from the Chinese Summit and Ninth Ministerial Conference of the #FOCAC (Forum on China-Africa Cooperation) held in Beijing from 4.9. - 6.9. 2024: #China and Africa have joined hands to expand cooperation in “Silk Road #Ecommerce.” China-Africa Partnership Plan on #Digital #Innovation Internationalization of the #RMB Creation of the integrated African #market… Just FYI - by the end of 2022, China’s Foreign Direct #Investment (FDI) in Africa exceeded $47 billion, and more than 3,000 Chinese enterprises had invested and developed their business in Africa. In the first half of 2023, China’s #FDI in Africa exceeded $1.82 billion, a year-on-year increase of 4.4 %. What do I make of it? #Fintech revolution in digital #payment systems, #blockchain technology applications, #ecosystem economy, #digitalasset(s) popularization etc. Will it be the new #eRMB or downright a new #digitalcurrency? As previously mentioned, I only missed Portuguese as an official international language and not only for “my” #Macao or University of Macau - after all it is the official language of six African countries: Angola, Cape Verde, Equatorial Guinea, Guinea-Bissau, Mozambique and São Tomé and Príncipe. https://lnkd.in/dj7eR8cN.

𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓: 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐚𝐰 𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐜𝐨 🌍 As we look forward to 2025, the convergence of technology and law will play a pivotal role in driving innovation and shaping the Moroccan landscape. Events and knowledge-sharing initiatives will focus on: 𝐄𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐞𝐬: Exploring trends like AI, blockchain, and data privacy to ensure Morocco remains competitive globally. 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Adapting regulations to support new technologies while safeguarding ethical and societal standards. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐜𝐨𝐬𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦: Building partnerships between startups, legal experts, policymakers, and academia to create a thriving tech ecosystem. 🎯 𝑫𝒓𝒊𝒗𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑴𝒐𝒓𝒐𝒄𝒄𝒐'𝒔 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒈𝒓𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒏𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑮𝒍𝒐𝒃𝒂𝒍 𝑺𝒕𝒂𝒈𝒆 𝐓𝐨 𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐜𝐨 𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫: - 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦: Encourage agile regulatory frameworks to foster innovation and attract international investments. - 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: Invest in education and training programs for legal and tech professionals to bridge the skill gap. - 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Provide tax benefits and grants for startups and companies working on transformative technologies. - 𝐆𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬: Leverage Morocco’s strategic position to create synergies with international tech hubs and legal think tanks. - 𝐂𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐟𝐭: Promote a mindset of innovation and entrepreneurship while ensuring inclusivity and diversity in the tech-law space. 2025 holds immense potential for Morocco to establish itself as a leader in integrating technology and law. By fostering collaboration and creating an adaptive ecosystem, we can ensure a future where Morocco keeps pace with global advancements and becomes a key player in shaping them. 🚀 Together, let’s make 2025 the year Morocco rises as a key player in the global tech-law ecosystem! #Innovation #Technology #Law #Morocco2025 #GlobalEcosystem #EmergingTechnologies #AIACT #gdpr CNDP Maroc

🌐 **Launch of the Cross-Border Data Flow Communication Mechanism between China and the EU** 🔄💻 On **August 27, 2024**, a new chapter in Sino-European relations opened with the **official launch of the cross-border data transfer communication mechanism** 📊. This tool allows the transfer of **non-personal data** between the EU and China, fulfilling the political agreement of 2023. 🤝 **Context of the Agreement**: During the last EU-China summit, **Ursula von der Leyen** and **Charles Michel** expressed **concerns** about the **restrictions imposed** on European companies regarding data export from China. The 2022 Chinese law, which strictly regulates data deemed "important," had created **numerous obstacles** for European companies in the region. 📈 **Objectives of the Mechanism**: - **Facilitate the exchange of non-personal data** between the two economies. - Promote **increased industrial development** and attract more **European investments** in China. - Support **research and development (R&D) activities** by facilitating data access for companies and researchers on both sides. 🔬 This agreement is seen as a strategic advancement for economic and technological relations between the EU and China, allowing European companies to operate more smoothly in a key market while respecting **data security regulations**. 🔗 This mechanism marks an important step towards **strengthened cooperation** in the technological and industrial sectors. 🌍💼 #DataTransfer #ChinaEU #Blockchain #Cooperation #Investments #Innovation #Industry

Over the past decade, we have played a pivotal role in advancing key industries and fostering meaningful partnerships. A particularly pivotal moment was leading the production of Africa's inaugural Bitcoin Conferences in 2022 and 2023, which united global experts and thought leaders to discuss the future of digital currency on the continent, driving innovation and adoption across Africa. Our involvement in the 53rd World Trade Center General Assembly Inaugural Project in Ghana demonstrated our capacity to handle large-scale initiatives with multiple stakeholders, emphasizing our dedication to global trade and collaboration. Additionally, contributing to the production of the Namibia Investment & Trade Business Forum 2023 with the Namibian High Commission allowed us to connect investors with opportunities in Namibia, highlighting our commitment to economic growth and international business relations. Looking ahead, Eminens Hub remains committed to pushing boundaries and exploring new frontiers. Our dedication to growth and innovation continues to drive our mission. As Eminens Hub enters its next decade, we are poised to expand our impact even further, embracing new opportunities and continuing to make a difference on the global stage.

🚀𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭'𝐬 𝐒𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡? 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐢𝐭 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐚 𝐭𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐰𝐡𝐨 𝐠𝐫𝐞𝐰 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧.   📈 From her tech beginnings in the '90s to leading the Blockchain Association Singapore (BAS) and her recent appointment as President of ST Engineering, Tan Bin Ru’s career trajectory mirrors Singapore's meteoric rise.   🎥In this clip from our conversation with Bin Ru, she shares her unique perspective on the strategies and innovations that have driven the nation's growth, the emerging entrepreneurial ecosystem, and how blockchain is fueling innovation.   ⛓ Exploring the Singapore market? The Blockchain Association Singapore (BAS) plays a pivotal role in supporting regulatory development, aiding businesses, and empowering entrepreneurs.   🌏Follow EmergingCrypto.io on LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube, and subscribe to our newsletter to stay up-to-date on web3 from emerging markets 5-minutes a week.   💭 What are your thoughts on Singapore's dynamic growth and its role as a global innovation center? Share your views in the comments!   #Singapore #Blockchain #Entrepreneurship

Intellectual property: A potential game-changer for least developed countries. In a global economy increasingly driven by innovation and knowledge, intellectual property (IP) can propel sustainable development and economic transformation in the world’s 45 least developed countries. IP rights, including patents, trademarks and copyrights, protect the myriad creations of the mind – from inventions and designs to literary and artistic works. A report by UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and The Commonwealth sheds light on a range of tools and options to help least developed countries create an enabling environment for IP rights and use them strategically to unlock innovation, boost trade, attract investment and promote technological upgrading. Full story: https://ow.ly/RquU50QvMZG #WorldIPDay

This is very important and a necessary point of focus by both the public and private sector in developing countries, particularly Zambia - my home country. Creating an enabling environment for business to thrive and trade to grow requires effective and efficient legislation that promotes and encourages IP to be the driving factor of new business ventures and scaling projects that can transform the economy. Business owners and entrepreneurs including the academia, need to educate themselves about the various aspects of intellectual property issues that affect their businesses. And this requires a strong political will from government but also a sense of purpose from the creators and innovators. I think creating deliberate platforms through which these different entities interact and collaborate can be the best starting point. Additionally, investing in digital tools and learning platforms can allow other stakeholders and international players to come in and offer technical support, expertise and mentorship which are all vital ingredients. What do you think? 🤔

Check out the UN Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and The Commonwealth's report "Harnessing Intellectual Property Rights for Innovation, Development and Economic Transformation in Least Developed Countries." This report outlines how intellectual property rights (IPRs) can drive innovation and economic growth in least developed countries (LDCs). It offers practical recommendations and case studies demonstrating the effective use of IPRs to attract investment and enhance technological capabilities. The report emphasizes the need for a balanced IPR approach tailored to the unique needs of LDCs and calls for collaborative efforts to ensure these nations can compete effectively in the global economy. To read the full report, visit https://bit.ly/3xRK3FH. #WorldIPDay #IPR #LDCs #Innovation #Tech #EconomicTransformation #Development #ConnectingBusinessesGlobally

🎉 Historic moment for South Africa! 🇿🇦 President Cyril Ramaphosa has just secured a second term in what marks a groundbreaking shift in our nation's political landscape – the formation of South Africa’s first multi-party coalition government. During my years in public administration, I’ve witnessed the power of collaboration across different sectors. This new coalition could potentially harness a similar synergy on a national scale, fostering unity and innovative governance. 🤝 The concept of a coalition government could bring together diverse viewpoints, boosting problem-solving capabilities and driving substantive, equitable change. What could this mean for our future? Are there particular challenges or opportunities you foresee with this new governance model? Let's discuss how integrated policies might shape the next chapter of South South Africa’s journey. #SouthAfrica #government #leadership #coalitiongovernment #CyrilRamaphosa #politicalinnovation

2024 has been a year of growth, challenges, and impactful contributions in the field of human rights, financial privacy, and international policy. One of the most fulfilling experiences was working with the Open Dialogue Foundation at the European Parliament. Communicating with Members of Parliament and various organizations, I saw firsthand how collaboration and advocacy can drive meaningful change. At the Warsaw Human Dimension Conference (WHDC), Europe’s premier forum for human rights dialogue organized by the OSCE, our team delivered powerful interventions to representatives from 57 countries. We tackled critical challenges surrounding privacy and financial rights, focusing on:  - De-risking and debanking, highlighting the damaging impact of FATF regulations on humanitarian crowdfunding.  - The potential of Bitcoin blockchain solutions, such as Guatemala’s election integrity system.  - Addressing transnational repression and safeguarding privacy in communication and payments. Our appeals to policymakers centered on revisiting regulatory frameworks, engaging civil society, and unlocking Bitcoin's humanitarian potential. These discussions are pivotal in a world where innovation and freedom often face unnecessary obstacles. As I look ahead to 2025, I’m thrilled to join the U.S. Department of Commerce's International Trade Administration as a Foreign Government Procurement Advocacy Intern. I’m eager to contribute to their mission of helping private American companies compete effectively on the global stage. Grateful for all the lessons and achievements this past year has brought, I’m ready to embrace the opportunities and challenges ahead. Here’s to making 2025 even more impactful! #Advocacy #HumanRights #PrivacyRights #Bitcoin #InternationalTrade #Gratitude