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X-WR-CALNAME:The Future of Finance & Trade in Africa 2.0
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DESCRIPTION:The George Washington University is hosting a high-level confer
 ence during a time of rapid technological innovation and global uncertaint
 y\, bringing together Central Bank Governors\, state governors\, ministers
 \, private sector CEOs\, technology leaders\, members of the African diasp
 ora\, and academics. Building on the success of its inaugural event in Apr
 il 2024\, this second conference will examine critical challenges and oppo
 rtunities facing Africa\, particularly in the area of digital transformati
 on and its applications in national and regional economies.\n\nKey topics 
 will include emerging technologies\, trade prospects\, natural resources\,
  investment opportunities\, and climate finance\, with a focus on innovati
 ve financial solutions to drive sustainable and inclusive growth. The even
 t will also highlight opportunities for advanced economies to strengthen t
 rade and investment ties with Africa\, fostering collaboration among polic
 ymakers\, practitioners\, and thought leaders committed to advancing the c
 ontinent’s progress.\n\nRegistration is free. This event is presented by
  the GW School of Business\, The Growth Dialogue\, the Institute for Inter
 national Economic Policy (IIEP) at the GW Elliott School of International 
 Affairs\, the Center for Cyber Diplomacy and Leadership\, the GW Institute
  for African Studies\, GSI Fulbright\, Global Impact Industries\, NGSER\, 
 and Africa House.
GEO:38.899924;-77.047113
LOCATION:University Student Center
SUMMARY:The Future of Finance & Trade in Africa 2.0
URL;VALUE=URI:https://calendar.gwu.edu/event/the-future-of-finance-and-trad
 e-in-africa
CATEGORIES:International
CATEGORIES:Science & Technology
CATEGORIES:Politics & Policy
CATEGORIES:General
CATEGORIES:Conference
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