In the present article and following the presentation of the AGOA Private Sector Forum, you will have the opportunity to access and read the work conducted by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, who has organized with the East Center for International Trade Development of Oakland, California, the First International Conference on Africa and AGOA held at Berkeley – Oakland and in California during the President of Clinton.
Similarly in this article, you will have also to participate with Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui in his celebration of 24 years [2004 – 2024] devoted to the promotion of the United States of America and the Kingdom of Morocco, building on the fact that Morocco was effectively the First Country to recognize the Independence of the United States of America.
Finally, to celebrate the event of the Olympic Games taking place in Paris, France, an article is presented here as a concluding publication that retraces and describes the trajectory of Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui in the domains of the Academia, Research, Business, and Sports.
Have a wonderful time reading all these materials and for any questions or engagements, please contact Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui by sending an email to: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com
Today, U.S. Secretary of State, Antony Blinken reiterated the Biden administration’s strong commitment to AGOA renewal, first announced at the 2023 AGOA Forum.
We were honored to have other senior leaders present, including Amb. Katherine Tai – U.S. Trade Representative, H.E. Albert Muchanga – Commissioner for Economic Development, Tourism, Trade and Mining, African Union, Hon. Parks Tau – Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Republic of South Africa, and Don Graves – Deputy Secretary of Commerce.
This pivotal event, held in partnership with the Corporate Council on Africa, the U.S. Department of Commerce, and the U.S. Institute of Peace, underscores the strong commitment to fostering sustainable economic growth and deepening U.S.-Africa trade and investment relations.
The Private Sector Forum convenes African and American businesses to discuss greater trade and investment collaboration, particularly opportunities enabled by … Continue reading
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s dedication to advancing Africa’s economic development and fostering cross-cultural collaboration is truly commendable. His multifaceted efforts, from attracting investment to promoting trade, have the potential to create a positive impact on various fronts.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s holistic approach to Africa’s development underscores the interconnectedness of economic, social, and cultural factors. His work inspires hope and progress, and his legacy will continue to impact generations to come.
Celebration of 20 Years of Work on the Relation of the USA – Kingdom Morocco by Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui 2004 – 2024 / 7 – 23 – 2004 – 7 – 23 – 2024 – Business, Investment, Trade. Culture and Education – Building on the Kingdom of Morocco and the United States Treaty of Peace & Friendship 1787. … Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s Work on the USA – Kingdom of Morocco, 2004 – 2024
Introduction and Presentation Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s Work on Africa Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s holistic approach to Africa’s development underscores the interconnectedness of economic, social, and cultural factors. His work inspires hope and progress, and his legacy will continue to impact generations to come. Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s dedication to advancing Africa’s economic … Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conference on Africa and AGOA
by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D.Building Local, Regional, and International Business in Northern California with Africa. During that time, I organized in Oakland, California, the First International Conference on Africa and AGOA in the mid-1990s during the Clinton Presidential Administration. The East Bay Center for International Trade Development was the Host of such an African Event attended by the top brass of African and African-American Communities. … Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conference on Africa and AGOA
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. April 1, 2024 ★ The AIDA aims to change the way the U.S. does business with Africa, which has been decades of aid. African Investment & Diaspora Act (AIDA) was seeking to empower Africa and the African Diaspora in the U.S. to take part in the continent’s economic development through TRADE. ★ Continue reading African Investment & Diaspora Act (AIDA)
Photo Legend: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – Captain, Player and Coach of the Handball Team – University of Montpellier – France – Match a Aix en Provence, Contre l’Académie de Marseille, Championnat Universitaire et Académique du Sud de la France – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s academic pursuits include affiliations with institutions such as Université de la Sorbonne, … Continue reading
★ Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. ★ Strategic Catalyst Driving U.S.A-Africa and Morocco Investment, Trade, and Business Development ★ Policy Adviser in International Affairs ★ Accomplished Public Speaker ★ Distinguished News Editor ★
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s Work on Africa
Dr. Cherkaoui’s holistic approach to Africa’s development underscores the interconnectedness of economic, social, and cultural factors. His work inspires hope and progress, and his legacy will continue to impact future generations.
Dr.Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s dedication to advancing Africa’s economic development and fostering cross-cultural collaboration is truly commendable. His multifaceted efforts, from attracting investment to promoting trade, have the potential to create a positive impact on various fronts:
Investment Attraction:
By actively encouraging investment in African nations, Dr. Cherkaoui contributes to job creation, economic diversification, and overall prosperity.
His commitment to attracting both local and foreign investment can lead to sustainable growth and improved living conditions for African communities.
Trade Enhancement:
Facilitating cross-border trade is essential for Africa’s economic resilience. Dr. Cherkaoui’s expertise in this area helps bridge gaps and fosters collaboration.
Increased trade can reduce unemployment, boost local industries, and enhance economic stability.
Empowering Education:
Dr. Cherkaoui’s work indirectly supports education by promoting economic growth. As economies thrive, educational opportunities expand.
Empowering young women and men through education is a critical step toward sustainable development.
Poverty Alleviation:
Sustainable economic development directly impacts poverty reduction. Dr. Cherkaoui’s efforts contribute to lifting communities out of poverty.
By creating an enabling environment for investment and trade, he helps address the root causes of poverty.
Resilience and Collaboration:
Discussions on sustainable growth and resilience are vital for Africa’s future. Dr. Cherkaoui’s expertise shapes these discussions, encouraging collaboration across borders and sectors.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s commitment to advancing Africa’s economic development and cross-cultural collaboration by attracting investment and increasing trade that can reduce unemployment, and poverty while enhancing the education of young women and men, improving the living conditions of Africa is commendable.
Dr. Cherkaoui’s expertise continues to shape discussions on sustainable growth and resilience.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, a distinguished figure in international affairs and business strategy, has made significant contributions to discussions on power and energy challenges in Africa. Let’s delve into some of his research and works:
Historical Perspectives on Doing Business in North Western Africa:
Dr. Cherkaoui manages several LinkedIn Groups where he publishes thought-provoking content. You can explore his works and engage with his research by joining these groups.
Dr. Cherkaoui’s research sheds light on Ghana’s energy landscape. As Ghana aims to modernize and expand its energy grid, it faces the dual challenge of meeting current demand and anticipating future needs.
Ghana’s energy mix includes hydropower, fossil fuels, and renewable energy sources. Notably, the country combines hydropower with solar power in the same location, serving as a model for other African nations.
This strategic approach can inspire solutions to address recurrent droughts and climate change swings across the continent.
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D.• • Ghana Model of African Home-Made Power Generation Ghana aspires to modernize and expand its energy grid and productivity to … Continue reading
International Conference on Africa, African Development Bank and AGOA, Berkeley, California, USA
Since my early studies at Institut des Etudes Politiques of the Grenoble University in France, the development, and integration of Africa were at the forefront of my studies and topics of my presentations in seminaries and essay papers. It was natural that I continue to work and increase awareness about Africa and its need to establish new kinds of relations with countries other than the past metropolitan and colonialists.
You can access and review my work and studies that I have published and collected for your perusal throughthe following webpage, click on the following pictures to access my selected collection of works on Africa.
En collaboration avec des agences californiennes sous l’égide du Center for International Trade Development, j’ai donné l’idée et contribua directement à l’organisation de cet événement international avec deux jours de présentations et de rencontres entre responsables d’agences gouvernementales locales, régionales et fédérales américaines spécialisées dans le commerce international, chefs d’entreprises, dirigeants et organisations travaillant dans le cadre des relations entre les États-Unis et l’Afrique.
To my right, Dr. Faheem Hameed, and to my left and holding my hand, Dr. Babacar Ndiaye, an Executive Official of the African American Chamber of Commerce, Seattle.
De gauche a droite, Dr. Faheem Hameed, Un responsable Exécutif,et Dr. Babacar Ndiaye me tenant la main,
I extended the invitation to Dr. Boubacar N’diaye for his presence among us at this International Conference on Africa. He was delighted about my presentation and we also sat together and had lunch at the same table. Wonderful Man with full love for Africa and Africans and who initiated a series of important financial and operational measures: the African Businessmen Round Table, the creation of the African Bank for import-export (Afreximbank), and the setting up of special easy financing for the African private sector (investors and entrepreneurs) without the guarantee of their governments.
These are photos taken in the company with the Regretted Dr. Babacar Ndiaye, former CEO of the African Development Bank Group who holds my hand firmly and is standing at my left side.
I initiated and developed a work plan for the organization of The International Conference on Africa took place in 2001. It was the first time in the history of the Bay Area of San Francisco and North California to have a conference of such magnitude and subject. that I submitted to Fazale Sharif the Director of the EBCITD, for which I was the initiator and for which I and participated directly in its organization. I contacted and invited Dr. Babacar Ndiaye and in the following photo, the event/photo took place during an International Conference on Africa I had organized in Oakland, California, and of which Dr. Babacar Ndiaye, Rahimahu Allah was our Guest of Honor.
Below are listed links that present some illustrations of my activities with the Integration of Africa with which I was directly involved, including the facilitation of the Free Trade Agreement between the United States and Morocco.
For many among us, time flies through horizons without leaving traces of recognition and gratitude for what we have achieved for the good of others especially in my case not be born in the United States but I remain up to now the maker of differences between cultures and the guardian of the memories I cherish and remember through my meetings and interactions with the real treasuries of the Humanity.
Dr. Faheem Hameed, Directeur exécutif du East Bay Center for Small Business Development / Center for International Trade Development, Oakland, California.
Dr. Babacar Ndiaye (Sénégal), président (mai 1985 – août 1995) du Groupe de la Banque africaine de développement (BAD).
Lors de cette Conférence Internationale sur l’Afrique, j’ai inclus le Sénégal dans ma présentation pour honorer la présence de Babacar Ndiaye (Sénégal), Président (mai 1985 – août 1995) du Groupe de la Banque Africaine de Développement (BAD).
Le contenu connexe abordait le climat des affaires en Maroc, Algérie, Tunisie, Mauretanie et Sénégal avec le titre « Faire des affaires en Afrique du Nord saharienne » que vous pouvez consulter en cliquant sur le lien Internet indiqué en haut de la version française de cette introduction.
En collaboration avec des organismes californiens et sous l’égide du Center for International Trade Development, j’ai organisé cette rencontre internationale avec 2 jours de présentations et de rencontres entre les responsables des autorités locales, régionales et fédérales américains spécialisées dans le commerce international, les chefs d’entreprise et les dirigeants des instances internationales travaillant dans le cadre des relations entre les Etats Unis et l’Afrique .
Présentation sur l’Afrique 4 Mar, 2023
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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui et l’Afrique aux Etats-Unis :
Au sein de cette conférence, j’ai conduit une présentation sur le Maroc, l’Algérie et la Tunisie, la Mauretanie et le Sénégal intitulée « Doing Business in North Saharan Africa ».
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is a multifaceted individual with a diverse range of interests and accomplishments Dr. Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches: Business Advocacy and Networking, Policy Recommendations, Sector-Specific Initiatives, and International Partnerships 2. Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches: Promotion of Investment in … Continue reading
The Conference Room was packed with U.S. and Foreign officials and Executives as well as faculties and Researchers on Africa and the Place where all these interactions took place was the fabulous and monumental Claremont Hotel in Berkeley, Northern California.
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui organized the International Conference on Africa and AGOA with Diversity and Multicultural Approach
Since its enactment in 2000, the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) has been at the core of U.S. economic policy and commercial engagement with Africa. AGOA provides eligible sub-Saharan African countries with duty-free access to the U.S. market for over 1,800 products, in addition to the more than 5,000 products that are eligible for duty-free access under the Generalized System of Preferences program.
To meet AGOA’s rigorous eligibility requirements, countries must establish or make continual progress toward establishing a market-based economy, the rule of law, political pluralism, and the right to due process. Additionally, countries must eliminate barriers to U.S. trade and investment, enact policies to reduce poverty, combat corruption, and protect human rights.
By providing new market opportunities, AGOA has helped bolster economic growth, promoted economic and political reform, and improved U.S. economic relations in the region.
32 countries are eligible for AGOA benefits in 2024. In 2015, Congress passed legislation modernizing and extending the program to 2025.
★ Ethiopia, Guinea, and Mali Excluded from the AGOA Editor: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. #Ethiopia, #Guinea, and #Mali excluded the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) Offered by the United States of America #AGOA is a trade preferences program that allows sub-Saharan African countries to export to the United States duty-free
★ African Investment & Diaspora Act (AIDA) By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – Said Cherkaoui Ph.D.
Strengthening California with EgyptBusiness, Trade, and Investment Relationships
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Egypt in California
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Facilitated the signing of the Trade Treaty between the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce
Dr.Cherkaoui was designated as the Co-Chair of the International Business Committee at the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
April 21, 2024 Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – High-level Moroccan Delegation in a Business, Investment and Trade Mission Inviting Silicon Valley – Bay Area U.S. and Moroccan Professionals MAY 10, 2024 – 6:00 PM Event of the Cocktail … Read More
May 2, 2024, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, Morocco and United States Trade Relations Morocco is located in Northwestern Africa and is slightly geographically larger than California. The capital of Morocco is Rabat, which is bordered by the … Read More
Real High-Level Delegation of Moroccan Government Visiting E-Gov and Cloud of Silicon Valley Computing and E-Gov A high-level Moroccan delegation in a trade mission in the U.S. Ghita Mezzour … Read More
TRI CONSULTING KYOTO TRI CK USA – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. ★ Publications by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: USA-Morocco TRI CONSULTING KYOTO – TRI CK USA CALIFORNIA – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: Mr. International Legend of the Article Cover Image: His Excellency, the U.S. Ambassador Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Omar Bouafi a Moroccan Assistant to Dr. … Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Pro Endeavors
Dr Barbara Beno, Presidente of Vista Community College, Berkeley, California,and Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Consultant at CITD –27/10/1994
Recommendation by Dr. Wesley Young, Director, Services for International Students and Scholars at the University of California, Davis –https://siss.ucdavis.edu
I was the Director of Graduate Business Programs at the Dominican University of San Rafael when Dr. Cherkaoui was teaching in our international MBA program. Said brought not only a solid academic background to the classroom but also a wealth of business experience both in the US and in Asia and Latin America. He is passionate about his students and his work outside the classroom. This made him one of the most effective faculty that we had teaching at the time.
Celebrating 60 years of the African Development Bank
Célébration des 60 ans de la Banque africaine de développement
AfDBAM2024: Celebrating 60 years of the African Development Bank at the Annual Meetings in #Nairobi!
A day enlivened by cultural performances and inspiring speeches on the development of Africa.
In the presence of African heads of state, governors of member countries, and international leaders, the speakers retraced the journey of the Bank since 1964, saluting its achievements and its determining role in the development of the continent. The President of the Bank, Akinwumi Adesina, highlighted key developments such as the COVID-19 response facility and the historic capital increase of the Bank.
Despite progress, challenges remain, particularly in infrastructure and access to electricity. Moussa Faki Mahamat, Chairperson of the African Union Commission, called for sustained financial and political support from member states. Kenyan President William Ruto highlighted the transformative role of the Bank on the continent. The Bank’s 10-year Strategy 2024-2033 was officially presented shortly after the opening ceremony.
AfDBAM2024: Célébration des 60 ans de la Banque africaine de développement lors des Assemblées annuelles à #Nairobi !
Une journée animée par des performances culturelles et des discours inspirants sur le développement de l’Afrique.
En présence de chefs d’États africains, des gouverneurs des pays membres et de dirigeants internationaux, les intervenants ont retracé le parcours de la Banque depuis 1964, saluant ses réalisations et son rôle déterminant pour le développement du continent. Le président de la Banque, Akinwumi Adesina, a mis en avant des événements clés comme la facilité de réponse au Covid-19 et l’augmentation historique du capital de la Banque.
Malgré les progrès, des défis subsistent, notamment dans les infrastructures et l’accès à l’électricité. Moussa Faki Mahamat, président de la Commission de l’Union africaine, a appelé à un soutien financier et politique soutenu des États membres. Le président kenyan William Ruto, a souligné le rôle transformateur de la Banque sur le continent. La Stratégie décennale 2024-2033 de la Banque a été officiellement présentée peu après la cérémonie d’ouverture.
Dr. Said Cherkaoui is an exceptional figure in international business development. His broad range of expertise covers all ranges of economic development, with such accomplishments in international trade consulting, trade missions, small business development, just to name a few..
Dr. Cherkaoui has successfully conducted numerous trade missions, represented U.S. companies at trade shows, and helped companies develop their businesses overseas. His academic works have a significant contribution to the global business community, executives in world trade, and entrepreneurs.
I worked with Dr. Cherkaoui at the East Bay Center for International Trade Development. His expertise and services included and not limited to:
Always a role model and source of influence, Dr. Cherkaoui possesses extensive hands-on experience in a wide range of industries, as well as academic achievements, in the field of international trade and economic development.
