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When

10 Nov 2023, 10:00
10 Nov 2023, 12:00

Where

3rd Intra-African Trade Fair, Cairo Egypt

Organizer(s)

UNIDO, Afreximbank, China Eximbank

SOUTH-SOUTH INVESTMENT FORUM 2023

In an era where South-South investment is becoming a game-changer for sustainable development, the South-South Investment Forum is serving as a discussion platform for experts on how to increase investment flows among the world’s emerging economies. Jointly organized by UNIDO, Afreximbank, and China Eximbank, this forum seeks to address the underserved topic of investment within the Global South—navigating challenges, reducing risks, and creating robust frameworks. The event is organized within the framework of the 3rd Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2023), which is a unique African platform seeking investment, forging agreements and promoting international cooperation.

Why Attend?

  • Explore Mechanisms and Strategies: Understand the importance and how to mobilize industrial investments among Global South countries, and learn about leveraging opportunities through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
  • Diverse Perspectives: Hear from a broad range of stakeholders, from policymakers to investment experts, to gain a comprehensive view of challenges and opportunities in the area of South-South investment.
  • Actionable Roadmap: Contribute to and take away a strategic roadmap focused on mobilizing South-South investments.

Format:

  1. Expert Keynote Addresses: Gain insights into the current landscape and future trends.
  2. Panel Discussion: Engage in deep discussions with a panel of experts from various fields.
  3. Interactive Q&A: Have your questions answered directly by panelists and keynote speakers.
  4. Networking: Leverage the opportunity to connect with potential partners and collaborators.

Fatou Haidara, Deputy to the Director General and Managing Director, UNIDO 

Gwen Mwaba, Director & Global Head Trade Finance, AFREXIMBANK

Yu Wen, General Manager of International Dept., China Eximbank

Shenhong Yao, Director, Office of South-South and Triangular Cooperation, UNIDO

Abah Ofon, Head Export Development (Advisory), Afreximbank

Wu Qijin, Chief Representative, Representative Office for Southern and Eastern Africa, China Eximbank

Emily Mburu-Ndoria, Director, Directorate of Trade in Services, Investment, Intellectual Property Rights and Digital Trade, AfCFTA Secretariat 

Ron Osman, Acting Head of Industry, Innovation and Minerals Division, ETTIM Department, African Union

Pradeep Paulose, Programme Officer, UNIDO

Registration link 

For more detailed information, please contact Mr. Pradeep Paulose, Programme Officer, UNIDO

Email 

For further information please visit: https://www.unido.org/news/unidos-south-south-investment-forum-iatf2023-fostering-collaboration-and-economic-growth-global-south