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Emerging markets responding to major banks' retrenchment of overseas operations
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The three decades before the 2007-08 global financial crisis were marked by the world’s financial networks becoming increasingly interconnected. Financial system regulatory convergence, the growing penetration of World Trade Organisation rules and the creation of currency unions, such as the euro, resulted in a surge in cross-border capital flows. Global banks began to see the emergence of…

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New banking regulations fuel growth in Morocco
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In recent years Morocco’s banking sector has experienced a period of consolidation at home and expansion abroad following a surge in lending in the decade leading to 2012. The country’s leading banks are now among the largest in Africa, with extensive continent-wide holdings. Despite GDP growth trending lower and the associated slowdown in lending and spike in non-performing loans (NPLs),…
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Gerd Müller, Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development of Germany: Interview
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Interview:Gerd Müller What is the importance of a stronger relationship between Germany and Africa? GERD MÜLLER: Developments in Africa have a direct impact on Europe – and vice versa. Europe needs to become much more aware that closer cooperation with our neighbouring continent offers many opportunities. Since 2000 Africa’s economic output has tripled: 42 of Africa’s 54 countries are…
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Mohamed Benchaâboun, Minister of Economy and Finance: Interview
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Interview:Mohamed Benchaâboun Which sectors present opportunities for investors? MOHAMED BENCHAÂBOUN: Major reforms have been undertaken in the past two decades in combination with infrastructure projects. Integrated industrial platforms, business environment reforms and new training programmes have increased Morocco’s standing as an attractive investment destination and export platform…
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Li Yong, Director-General, UN Industrial Development Organisation (UNIDO): Interview
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Interview:Li Yong How can Morocco strengthen its industrial sector? LI YONG: A number of recent studies highlight the key factors and various competitive advantages evident in our industrial sector, including the stability of the kingdom, diversification of the economy, level of investment in infrastructure and logistics, good governance and the level of social development. In 2016 Morocco…
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Hicham Boudraa, Acting Managing Director, Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency: Interview
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Interview:Hicham Boudraa What is the benefit and significance of strengthening South-South relationships? HICHAM BOUDRAA: In recent years, especially after the 2008 economic crisis, Africa has become a coveted continent and a major strategic actor in the international scene. For nearly two decades, Africa has seen the largest economic growth in the world, averaging 5-6% per year across the…
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Abdeslam Ababou, Managing Partner, Red Med Finance: Interview
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Interview:Abdeslam Ababou How can the CSE boost its liquidity? ABDESLAM ABABOU: The CSE is working towards easier access for foreign investors and hopes to regain liquidity through the privatisation of state-owned companies. In order to make the exchange more attractive and garner more liquidity, the government has already launched a major privatisation policy, and was allocated Dh6bn ($625m)…
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Karim Hajji, CEO, Casablanca Stock Exchange (CSE): Interview
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Interview:Karim Hajji What changes will the CSE undergo following the passage of its new articles of association? KARIM HAJJI: The new articles of association, part of our Ambition 2021 development plan, will boost the attractiveness of our marketplace by diversifying the product offering. The implementation of real estate investment trusts will make the exchange particularly attractive, as…
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Souad Benbachir, Partner and Executive Managing Director, CFG Bank: Interview
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Interview:Souad Benbachir How can regulatory reforms galvanise the market? SOUAD BENBACHIR: Capital market regulation is becoming more flexible and autonomous. The Moroccan Capital Markets Authority and the Casablanca Stock Exchange (CSE) now have more authority to adapt to the economic situation. In addition, the introduction of real estate investment trusts (REITs) will bring a new class…
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Ramses Arroub, CEO, Wafa Insurance: Interview
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Interview:Ramses Arroub How should the market be modernised in order to meet Solvency II standards? RAMSES ARROUB: The proper functioning of the Solvency II Directive 2009 regulatory standards depends on two main pillars, namely good governance and capital requirements. The implementation of a proper governance scheme is the best protection against any internal business risk. This means creating…