Financial Center News | 31 January 2025

"International Networks in Times of Tension" – Thomas Krantz explores global collaboration during challenging periods and how international financial centers can maintain and strengthen their networks when geopolitical pressures mount.

Read the full opinion piece in the WAIFC newsletter.

#WAIFC #GlobalFinance #InternationalNetworks

蛇年如意 – Happy Year of the Snake! 🐍

May this year bring wisdom, resilience, and great opportunities to financial centers and beyond. #WAIFC wishes all our partners and colleagues a prosperous Lunar New Year!

#LunarNewYear #YearOfTheSnake #WAIFC

Success lies in seizing the right opportunities – and that’s what ADGM Academy presents. ADGM brings worldwide expertise to drive local innovation through professional skill development in financial and digital sectors, partnering with industry leaders and committed to excellence.

#ADGM #ADGMAcademy #ProfessionalDevelopment

AIFC partnered with DASCO GROUP on an analytical review of the creative economy in Central Asia and Kazakhstan. The report highlights innovation potential as an economic growth driver, covering venture studio applications, venture fund creation, IP system utilization, crowdfunding strategies, and asset tokenization.

#AIFC #CreativeEconomy #Kazakhstan #Innovation

Highlights from the Casablanca Carbon Market Event celebrating sustainable carbon ecosystem development in Morocco and Africa. Thanks to SIE for co-organizing support and to all participants who contributed to advancing carbon market development across the continent.

#CFC #CarbonMarket #Morocco #Africa

As part of the UAE President’s "Year of Community," DIFC continues leading financial services and emerging AI industries – developing skills, nurturing talent, and encouraging entrepreneurship. Our 20-year track record enables inclusive growth supporting the UAE and Dubai Economic Agenda (D33) priorities.

#DIFC #YearOfCommunity #Dubai #AI

Mauritius-India trading partnership reaches $851.13 million during FY 2023-24. The Comprehensive Economic Cooperation and Partnership Agreement enables 615+ "Made in Mauritius" product exports at preferential tariffs. Ministerial engagement in Chennai positioned Mauritius as Africa’s gateway to India.

#EDB #Mauritius #India #Trade

Exclusive video featuring COO Graziella Grech sharing FinanceMalta’s organizational journey, achievements, and community impact – emphasizing driving visibility, fostering collaboration, and shaping the future of financial services in Malta.

#FinanceMalta #Malta #Finance

Invest Japan Report 2024 compiles foreign direct investment trends, government policies, JETRO activities, and survey results regarding foreign-affiliated companies’ business perception in Japan. Essential reading for anyone considering Tokyo market entry.

#FinCityTokyo #Japan #FDI #InvestJapan

This week’s FMF newsletter features a podcast episode with Hubertus Väth on Frankfurt’s financial hub evolution and data science/AI applications. Includes "FOOD for THOUGHT" analysis on the EBRD Transition Report 2024-2025 with Cevat Giray Aksoy, plus a preview of Frankfurt Digital Finance conference with Corinna Egerer.

#FrankfurtMainFinance #AI #Finance

Announcing the 4th Young Academic Award by WAIFC, supporting innovative financial sector ideas. Open to students, PhD candidates, postdocs, and junior professors in finance, economics, mathematics, computer science, and related fields. Top finalists present research at WAIFC AGM September 29-30, 2025 in Frankfurt.

Prizes: €3,000 (1st), €2,000 (2nd), €1,000 (3rd).

🐍 #FSDC wishes you a prosperous and joyful Year of the Snake! May this year bring you success, happiness, and good health. Happy Lunar New Year!

#LunarNewYear #YearOfTheSnake #FSDC #HongKong

Istanbul Financial Center – redefining finance’s future from every angle. A city within a city, a vision brought to life. The skyline of Istanbul tells a story of success, ambition, and transformation.

#IFC #Istanbul #Finance

Announcing the Sustainable Finance Summit March 10-14 featuring three main events and Sustainable Finance Awards. Join professionals from around the world for expert insights, networking, and exploration of the opportunities shaping sustainable finance’s future.

#JerseyFinance #SustainableFinance #SFSummit

Yussouf Ntwali, BAG founder and startup entrepreneur, will speak at IFF2025 (February 24-26). His podcast "What I’m Building" champions African youth entrepreneurship and the belief that young people can shape their own destiny.

#KIFC #IFF2025 #Africa #Entrepreneurship

Four ambitions shaping Luxembourg’s financial center by 2030: strengthening its global stability role, driving European competitiveness, advancing finance innovation, and mobilizing capital for sustainability – positioning Luxembourg as a platform for transformative action.

#Luxembourg #Ambitions2030 #SustainableFinance

QFC participated in World Economic Forum 2025 at the Invest Qatar Pavilion. CEO Yousuf Al-Jaida discussed Middle East economic diversification through technology and innovation. QFC co-hosted a networking breakfast with Qatar Free Zones Authority.

#QFC #WEF2025 #Davos #Qatar

Celebrating Wissensfabrik’s 20th anniversary initiative promoting computer science, science, and technology excitement among children and youth. Stuttgart Financial sponsors three regional grammar schools, providing free STEM materials and training to prepare the next generation.

#StuttgartFinancial #STEM #Education #Wissensfabrik

Released: "Catalysts for growth: Boosting UK growth markets" – emphasizing collective action. The paper addresses market challenges causing innovative companies to relocate, and proposes 10 strategic enablers strengthening UK Growth Markets and contributing to the growth agenda.

#TheCityUK #UKGrowth #CapitalMarkets #Finance

North Tower featured in EDGE Buildings Project Studies, recognizing TRIFIC SEZ’s commitment to sustainable, energy-efficient construction. EDGE certification positions TRIFIC SEZ as a leader in sustainable development – Africa’s Gateway To the World.

#TRIFIC #Kenya #Sustainability #EDGE