by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – TRI CONSULTING KYOTO TRI CK USA – Landmark Legislation: California Facing the World of Artificial Intelligence TRI CONSULTING KYOTO TRI CK USA – A California lawmaker will file a bill seeking to make generative AI models more transparent and start a discussion in the state on how to regulate the technology. California Senator Scott Wiener (D) has drafted a bill requiring “frontier” … Continue reading
A California lawmaker will file a bill seeking to make generative AI models more transparent and start a discussion in the state on how to regulate the technology. California Senator Scott Wiener (D) has drafted a bill requiring “frontier” model systems, usually classified as large language models, to meet transparency standards when they reach above a certain quantity of computing power. Wiener’s bill will also propose security measures so AI systems don’t “fall into the hands of foreign states” and try to establish a state research center on AI outside of Big Tech.
The bill, which is classified as an intent bill and needs further development before it can pass, will also mandate AI labs to test models for safety risks and disclose to the state if safety risks are found. Wiener’s goal, per a statement sent to The Verge, is to start discussions on regulating AI.
California and Artificial Intelligence: To Be or Not To Be Meaningful Regulation?
California Weighed in below!
California AI safety bill blocked:
California Gov. Gavin Newsom has vetoed a controversial artificial intelligence safety bill that would have “laid the groundwork for how AI is regulated across the U.S.”
In a statement, Gov. Gavin Newsom said SB 1047 is “well-intentioned” but doesn’t consider whether AI is deployed in high – or low-risk situations, and would have applied to only the largest and most costly models.
AI Bill SB 1047 faced opposition from tech companies large and small, who warned that it would strangle innovation.
Newsom said he’s now collaborating with researchers including Fei-Fei Li to create more effective legislation.
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California legislature passes AI bill SB 1047: https://www.linkedin.com/news/story/calif-legislature-passes-ai-bill-6144228/
An artificial intelligence safety bill was overwhelmingly approved by California legislators on Wednesday, September 25, 2024 and now heads to Gov. Gavin Newsom for final consideration. If enacted, the “fiercely debated” bill would require tech companies to safety-test AI programs before release and empower the attorney general to sue AI companies for any major harm caused by their technologies.
The bill earned cautious support from the likes and here are some of these reactions:
Elon Musk: “This is a tough call and will make some people upset, but, all things considered, I think California should probably pass the SB 1047 AI safety bill. For over 20 years, I have been an advocate for AI regulation, just as we regulate any product/technology that is a potential risk to the public.”
Governor Newsom announces new initiatives to advance safe and responsible AI, protect Californians: Sep 29, 2024
What you need to know:
Governor Newsom announced that the “godmother of AI,” Dr. Fei-Fei Li, as well as Tino Cuéllar, member of the National Academy of Sciences Committee on Social and Ethical Implications of Computing Research, and Jennifer Tour Chayes, Dean of the College of Computing, Data Science, and Society at UC Berkeley, will help lead California’s effort to develop responsible guardrails for the deployment of GenAI.
Governor Newsom also ordered state agencies to expand their assessment of the risks from potential catastrophic events.
The bill, introduced by Sen. Scott Wiener (D-San Francisco), would have required developers to submit their safety plans to the state attorney general, who could hold them liable if AI models they directly control were to cause harm or imminent threats to public safety.
Additionally, the legislation would have required tech firms to be able to turn off the AI models they directly control if things went awry.
TRI CONSULTING KYOTO TRI CK USA – First Moroccan Muslim Contractor of Public Transport in Early 1920 – Twenties of 20th Century: Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui at 24 was the First Muslim Transporter in Morocco By Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Son of Moulay Ahmed CherkaouiFather of Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui Said El Mansour Cherkaoui PARENTAL HERITAGE OF MOROCCAN NATIONALISM This is Haj Ahmed Cherkaoui All … Continue reading My Father Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui
Updated on 7/24/2024 to Celebrate 20 years of Commitment and Work by Dr. Said El Mansour working on the relationship between the United States of America and the Kingdom of Morocco
2004 – 2024
CELEBRATION OF 20 YEARS OF WORK BY SAID EL MANSOUR CHERKAOUI DEVELOPING A RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND THE KINGDOM OF MOROCCO
The Moroccan-American Treaty of Peace and Friendship was sealed by Mohammed III, signed by Thomas Jefferson and John Adams, and ratified by the U.S. Congress on July 18, 1787. Arabic text reads: الحمد لله هذا تقييد ش… More
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 Atlantic Ocean. Morocco has a population of 34.37 million people and a gross domestic product (GDP) of $100.6 billion. Due to its proximity to Europe … Continue reading Morocco Profile: Investment and Trade Trends
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is a multifaceted individual with a diverse range of interests and accomplishments Promotion of Investment in Morocco: Trade and Investment: Based in Northern California, USA, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is actively involved in promoting, inviting, and encouraging investment in Morocco … Continue reading
Morocco and United States Trade Relations by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui December 29, 2020 U.S. Trade and Investment with Morocco Revitalized by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui December 25, 2020 Lire la suite United States of America and Kingdom of Morocco→
The Moroccan-American friendship up-to-this date [2019] has lasted more than 240 years: The Barbary Treaties 1786-1816 Treaty with Morocco June 28 and July 15, 1786 Continue reading
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and His Global Interactions and Endeavors Morocco has ratified 71 bilateral investment treaties for the promotion and protection of investments and 60 economic agreements – including with the United States and most EU nations– that aim to eliminate the double taxation of income or gains. Morocco is the only country on the African continent with … Continue reading December 29, 2020
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, 12/25/2020 – Northern California Office The US DFC has made several announcements signifying its efforts to expand into Morocco – including the opening of a new Prosper Africa regional office … Continue reading U.S. Trade and Investment with Morocco Revitalized
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, January 2, 2018 The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement most Moroccan goods enter the United States duty free and virtually all will enter free by the time it is fully implemented on January 1, 2023. The Morocco FTA does NOT provide … Continue Reading →
Made in Morocco with Moroccan Legacy
Dr. Cherkaoui & Center for International Trade Development ★ CITD in Morocco
Dans les publications présentes dans cette page, le but principal demeure la participation dans le débat national sur le devenir du Maroc et la réalisation d’un authentique, équitable et juste progrès social dont les Marocaines et les Marocains de toutes les confessions et cultures sont les premiers et les ultimes bénéficiaires tout en étant les …Lire la Suite →
The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement most Moroccan goods enter the United States duty free and virtually all will enter free by the time it is fully implemented on January 1, 2023. The Morocco FTA does NOT provide a merchandise processing fee (MPF) exemption. Value … Lire la suite US – Morocco Free Trade Agreement
TRI CONSULTING KYOTO – TRI CK USA supports you in your trade and investment projects, whatever their form: Export, Import, Business Representation, Translation and Negotiation New sites, extensions, industrial or technological partnerships, acquisitions or financial investments Morocco’s Favorite Destination for International Investment BE SMART : CHOOSE MOROCCO ! Here is an overview of Morocco’s investment … Continue reading
BE SMART : CHOOSE THE ROAD TO MOROCCO ! Here is an overview of Morocco’s investment and economic environment that we hope will enhance your interest in developing trade, financial, and cultural relationships with the Moroccan people. TRI CONSULTING KYOTO – TRI CK USA supports you in your investment projects, whatever their form: new sites, … Continue reading★
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui The U.S.-Moroccan Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed in 2006, made Morocco the first African country to sign such an agreement with the United States. Such action has renewed the privilege that Morocco had to be the first … Continue readingTrade and Diplomacy: USA and MoroccoDecember 16, 2020
Editor: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, Ph.D. The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement most Moroccan goods enter the United Continue reading
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Dr. Cherkaoui organized and presented Multiple International Conferences in Collaboration with the US Department of Commerce, the US Small Business Department, the US Small Business Association, the 2 East Bay and Bay Area Centers for International Trade Development, and other local business professional representative organizations and the Chambers of Commerce around the Bay Area of San Francisco …Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conferences
The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) was enacted on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement, most Moroccan goods enter the United States duty-free free and virtually all will enter free by the time it is fully implemented on January 1, 2023. The Morocco FTA does NOT provide a merchandise processing fee (MPF) exemption. Value … Lire la suite
Treaty of Peace & Friendship 1787 Between Morocco and The United States
To all persons to whom these presents shall come or be made known- WHEREAS the United States of America in Congress assembled by their Commission bearing date the twelfth day of May One Thousand, Seven-Hundred and Eighty-Four thought proper to constitute John Adams, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson their Ministers Plenipotentiary, giving to them or a Majority of them full powers to confer, treat & negotiate with the Ambassador, Minister or Commissioner of His Majesty the Emperor of Morocco concerning a Treaty of Amity and Commerce, to make & receive propositions for such Treaty and to conclude and sign the same, transmitting to the United States in Congress assembled for their final Ratification.
And by one other commission bearing date the Eleventh day of March One-Thousand Seven-hundred & Eighty-five did further empower the said Ministers Plenipotentiary or a majority of them, by writing under the hands and Seals to appoint such agent in the said business as they might think proper with authority under the directions and instruction of the said Ministers to commence & prosecute the said Negotiations & Conferences for the said Treaty provided that the said Treaty should be signed by Ministers: And Whereas, We the said John Adams & Thomas Jefferson two of the said Ministers Plenipotentiary (the said Benjamin Franklin being absent) by writing under the Hand and Seal of the said John Adams at London, October fifth, One-thousand Seven-hundred and Eighty-five, & of the said Thomas Jefferson at Paris October the Eleventh of the same year, did appoint Thomas Barclay, Agent in the business aforesaid, giving him the Powers therein, which by the said second commission we were authorized go give, and the said Thomas Barclay in pursuance thereof, bath arranged Articles for a Treaty of Amity and Commerce between the United States of America and His Majesty the Emperor of Morocco & sealed with His Royal Seal, being translated into the language of said United States of America, together with the Attestations thereto annexed are in the following words, To Wit:
In the name of Almighty God.
This is a Treaty of Peace and Friendship established between us and the United States of America, which is confirmed, and which we have ordered to be written in the Book and sealed with our Royal Seal at our Court of Morocco in the Twenty-Fifth day of the blessed month of Shaban, in the year One-Thousand Two-hundred, trusting in God it will remain permanent.
ARTICLE 1
We declare that both Parties have agreed that this Treaty consisting of twenty five Articles shall be inserted in this Book and delivered to the Honorable Thomas Barclay, the Agent of the United States now at our Court, with whose Approbation it has been made and who is duly authorized on their part, to treat with us concerning all the matters contained therein.
ARTICLE 2
If either of the parties shall be at war with any nation whatever, the other party shall not take a commission from the enemy nor fight under their colors.
ARTICLE 3
If either of the parties shall be at war with any nation whatever and take a prize belonging to that nation, and there shall be found on board subjects or effects belonging to either of the parties, the subjects shall be set at liberty and the effect returned to the owners. And if any goods belonging to any nation, with whom either the parties shall be at war, shall be loaded on vessels belonging to the other party, they shall pass free and unmolested without any attempt being made to take or detain them.
ARTICLE 4
A signal or pass shall be given to all vessels belonging to both parties, by which they are to be known when they meet at sea, and if the commander of a ship of war of either party shall have other ships under his convoy, the Declaration of the commander shall alone be sufficient to exempt any of them from examination.
ARTICLE 5
If either of the parties shall be at war, and shall meet a vessel at sea, belonging to the other, it is agreed that if an examination is to be made, it shall be done by sending a boat with two or three men only, and if any gun shall be bread and injury done without reason, the offending party shall make good all damages.
ARTICLE 6
If any Moor shall bring citizens of the United States or their effects to His Majesty, the citizens shall immediately be set at liberty and the effects restored, and in like manner, if any Moor not a subject of the dominions shall make prize of any of the citizens of America or their effects and bring them into any of the ports of His Majesty, they shall be immediately released, as they will be considered as under His Majesty’s Protection.
ARTICLE 7
If any vessel of either party shall put into a port of the other and have occasion for provisions or other supplies, they shall be furnished without any interruption or molestation.
ARTICLE 8
If any vessel of the United States shall meet with a disaster at sea and put into one of our ports to repairs, she shall be at liberty to land and reload her cargo, without paying any duty whatever.
ARTICLE 9
If any Vessel of the Untied States shall be cast on Shore on any Part of our Coasts, she shall remain at the disposition of the Owners and no one shall attempt going near her without their Approbation, as she is then considered particularly under our Protection; and if any Vessel of the United States shall be forced to put in to our Ports, by Stress of weather or otherwise, she shall not be compelled to land her Cargo, but shall remain in tranquility until the Commander shall think proper to proceed on his Voyage.
ARTICLE 10
If any Vessel of either of the Parties shall have an engagement with a Vessel belonging to any of the Christian Powers within gunshot of the Forts of the other, the Vessel so engaged shall be defended and protected as much as possible until she is in safety; and if any American Vessel shall be cast on shore on the Coast of Wadnoon or any Coast thereabout, the People to her shall be protected, and assisted until by the help of God, they shall be sent to their Country.
ARTICLE 11
If we shall be at War with any Christian Power and any of our Vessels sail from the Ports of the United States, no Vessel belonging to the enemy shall follow until twenty four hours after the Departure of our Vessels; and the same Regulation shall be observed towards the American Vessels sailing from our Ports be the enemies Moors or Christians.
ARTICLE 12
If any ship of war belonging to the United States shall put into any of our ports, she shall not be examined on any pretense whatever, even though she should have fugitive slaves on board, nor shall the governor or commander of the place compel them to be brought on shore on any pretext, nor require any payment for them.
ARTICLE 13
If a ship of war of either party shall put into a port of the other and salute, it shall be returned from the fort with an equal number of guns, not with more or less.
ARTICLE 14
The commerce with the United States shall be on the same footing as is the commerce with Spain, or as that with the most favored nation for the time being; and their citizens shall be respected and esteemed, and have full liberty to pass and repass our country and seaports whenever they please, without interruption.
ARTICLE 15
Merchants of both countries shall employ only such interpreters, and such other persons to assist them in their business, as they shall think proper. No commander of a vessel shall transport his cargo on board another vessel; he shall not be detained in port longer than he may think proper; and all persons employed in loading or unloading goods, or in any labor whatever, shall be paid at the customary rates, not more and not less.
ARTICLE 16
In case of a war between the parties, the prisoners are not to be made slaves, but to be exchanged one for another, captain for captain, officer for officer, and one private man for another; and if there shall prove a deficiency on either side, it shall be made up by the payment of one hundred Mexican dollars for each person wanting. And it is agreed that all prisoners shall be exchanged in twelve months from the time of their being taken, and that this exchange may be effected by a merchant or any other person authorized of by either of the parties.
ARTICLE 17
Merchants shall not be compelled to buy or sell any kind of goods but such as they shall think proper; and may buy and sell all sorts of merchandize but such as are prohibited to the other Christian nations.
ARTICLE 18
All goods shall be weighed and examined before they are sent on board , and to avoid all detention of vessels, no examination shall afterwards be made, unless it shall first be proved that contraband goods have been sent on board, in which case, the persons who took the contraband goods on board, shall be punished according to the usage and custom of the country, and no other person whatever shall be injured, nor shall the ship or cargo incur any penalty or damage whatever.
ARTICLE 19
No vessel shall be detained import on any pretense whatever, nor be obliged to take on board on any articles without the consent of the commander, who shall be at full liberty to agree for the freight of any goods he takes on board.
ARTICLE 20
If any of the citizens of the Untied States, or any persons under their protection, shall have any disputes with each other, the consul shall decide between the parties, and whenever the consul shall require any aid or assistance from our government, to enforce his decisions, it shall be immediately granted to him.
ARTICLE 21
If any citizen of the Untied States should kill or wound a Moor, or, on the contrary, if a Moor shall kill or wound a citizen of the United States, the law of the country shall take place, and equal justice shall be rendered, the consul assisting at the trial; and if any delinquent shall make his escape, the consul shall not be answerable for him in any manner whatever.
ARTICLE 22
If an American citizen shall die in our country, and no will shall appear, the consul shall take possession of hi affects; and if there shall be no consul, the effects shall be deposited in the hands of some person worthy of trust, until the party shall appear, who has right to demand them; but if the heir to the person deceased be present, the property shall be delivered to him without interruptions; and if a will shall appear, the property shall descend agreeable to that will as soon as the consul shall declare the validity thereof.
ARTICLE 23
The consuls of the United States of America, shall reside in any port of our dominions that they shall think proper; and they shall be respected, and enjoy all the privileges which the consuls of any other nation enjoy; and if any of the citizens of the United States shall contract any debts or engagements, the consul shall not be in any manner accountable for them, unless he shall have given a promise in writing for the payment or fulfilling thereof, without which promise in writing, no application to him for any redress shall be made.
ARTICLE 24
If any differences shall arise by either party infringing on any of the articles of this treaty, peace and harmony shall remain notwwithstanding, in the fullest force, until a friendly application shall be made for an arrangement, and until that application shall be rejected, no appeal shall be made to arms. And if a war shall break out between the parties nine months shall be granted to all the subjects of both parties, to dispose of their effects and retire with their property. And it is further declared, that whatever indulgences, in trade or otherwise, shall be granted to any of the Christian Powers, the citizens of the United States shall be equally entitled to them.
ARTICLE 25
This treaty shall continue in full force, with the help of God, for fifty years. We delivered this book into the hands of the before mentioned Thomas Barclay, on the first day of the blessed month of Ramadan, in the year one thousand two hundred. I certify that the annexed is a true copy of the translation made by Isaac Cardoza Nunez, interpreter at Morocco, of the treaty between the Emperor of Morocco and the United States of America.
ADDITIONAL ARTICLE
Grace to the only God.
I, the under-written, the servant of God, Taher Ben Abdelkack Fennish, do certify, that His Imperial Majesty, my master, (whom God preserve), having concluded a treaty of peace and commerce with the United States of America, has ordered me, the better to complete, it, and in addition of the tenth article of the treaty, to declare, “That if any vessel belonging to the United States, shall be in any of the ports of his Majesty’s dominions, or within gun-shot of his forts, she shall be protected as much as possible; and no vessel whatever, belonging either to Moorish or Christian Powers, with whom the United States may be at war, shall be permitted to follow or engage her, as we now deem the citizens of America our good friends.”
And, in obedience to this Majesty’s commands, I certify this declaration, by putting my hand and seal to it, on the eighteenth day of Ramadan, (a) in the year one thousand two hundred. The servant of the King, my master, whom God preserve.
TAHER BEN ABDELKACK FENNISH.
I do certify that the above is a true copy of the translation made at Morocco, by Isaac Cordoza Nunez, interpreter, of a declaration made and signed by Sidi Hage Taher Fennish, in addition to the treaty between the Emperor of Morocco and the United States of America, which declaration the said Taher Fennish made by the express directions of his Majesty.
THOMAS BARCLAY.
TREATY WITH MOROCCO. 1787
Now, KNOW YE, That we, the said John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, Ministers Plenipotentiary aforesaid, do approve and conclude the said treaty, and every article and clause therein contained, reserving the same nevertheless to the Untied States in Congress assembled, for their final ratification. In testimony whereof, we have signed the same with our names and seals, at the places of our respective residence, and at the dates expressed under our signatures respectively.
JOHN ADAMS, (L.S.) London, January 25th, 1787.
THOMAS JEFFERSON, (L.S.) Paris, January 1st, 1787.
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, a well-known scholar and analyst, has provided valuable insights into the relationship between the United States and Morocco. Here are some key points from his analysis:
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All the pleasure is for my definition of human relationships and joy as my first name indicates to offer you such a shortcut around the World of Business and Regional Human Cultures, which is in fact only the end of the Atlas – The Peak of the Atlas Mountain – the Place of the Birth of my Own Ancestors. The best is still to come.
My writing below is a “personalized” professional testimony conveying a multiplier dedication to adapting to the variety of operational references and responding to the diversity of opportunities and the human environment in which the local business conditions and regional and national practices of the predominant relational culture.
Thus, my roles and office functions were more and encompassed more of the single and simple honorable profession of an actor or director but embraced realistic and surrealistic aspects of global scope while identifying in the panorama of the territorial affairs of California and the United States of America – Designed in California and Made in the USA and presented by Said Cherkaoui Ph.D..
While the international scene and framework on which I continue to this day my stagings and performances remain direct, spontaneous, derived, and driven by my deep desire to lay foundations of rapprochement and bridges of communications between countries distant entities, neighboring entities, and distant organizations as well as individuals from various similar and non-identical backgrounds.
I contributed a lot to the San Francisco World Trade Center and the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce for decades both in San Francisco and in Oakland, California, with my work and my achievements on the international level during the period in which I been in the CITD and since then I continue to sail beyond the horizons of the Pacific and other shores in this time close in conjugation and distant in expression.
To conclude in style and combine business with pleasure, I am going to add more salt or spices to my international recipes simmered in English but fashioned in the style of Jacques (without any) Pépin and Paul Bocuse (not from Vaucluse) and where you can also taste the flavor of Senegal (Rahma wa Ghofrane} like other regions of the rest of Africa and this according to your choice first through and in the content of this link which can also give you more appetite for reading my other adjacent, corresponding and complementary publications in the staging of a constructive memory and a renovating present for intelligent solutions adaptable to current challenges, prospective requirements and potential risks, such is the destiny of my work and my contribution to this common destiny of existence.
Do not hesitate to share with me your impressions, remarks, initiatives, and opportunities for transatlantic and trans-African collaboration.
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Tout le plaisir est pour ma definition des rapport humains et de la joie comme mon prénom l’indique de vous offrir un tel raccourci autour du Monde des Affaires et des Cultures Humaines Régionales, qui n’est en fait que le bout de l’Atlas – The Peak of the Atlas Mountain – the Place of the Birth of my Own Ancestors. The best is still to come.
Mon écrit ci-dessous est un témoignage professionnel “personnalisé” véhiculant une dedication multiplicatrice s’adaptant à la variété des références opérationnelles et répondant à la diversité des opportunités et de l’environnement humain dans lequel s’est traduit et s’est imbibé des conditions locales des affaires [Business] et les pratiques régionales et nationales de la culture relationnelle prédominante.
Ainsi, mes rôles et fonctions d’office étaient plus et s’englobaient davantage de la seule et simple profession honorable d’un acteur ou de metteur en scène mais embrassent des allures réalistes et surréalistes de portée globale tout en s’identifiant dans le panorama des étendues d’affaires territoriales de la Californie et des Etats Unis d’Amérique – Designed in California and Made in USA and presented by Said Cherkaoui Ph.D..
Alors que la scène et la trame internationales sur laquelle je continues jusqu’à ce jour mes mises en scéne et performances demeurent directes, spontanées, dérivées et conduites par mon profond désir d’étaler des fondations de rapprochement et des ponts de communications entre les contrées lointaines, les entités voisines et les organisations distantes ainsi que les individus de divers horizons similaires et non identiques.
I contributed lot to the San Francisco World Trade Center and the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce et cela pour des decennies tant a San Francisco qu’a Oakland en Californie, avec mon travail et mes réalisations sur le plan international durant la période ou j’ai été dans le CITD et que depuis lors je continues a voguer par dela les horizons du Pacifique et autres rivages en ce temps proche dans la conjugaison et distant dans l’expression.
Pour conclure en beauté et joindre l’utile a l’agréable, je vais ajouter plus de sel ou d’épices à mes recettes internationales mijotées en Anglais mais façonnées a la Jacques (sans aucun) Pépin et Paul Bocuse (pas du Vaucluse) et oû vous pouvez aussi goûter la saveur du Sénégal (Rahma wa Ghofrane} comme des autres régions du reste de l’Afrique et cela selon votre choix en premier a travers et dans le contenu de ce lien qui pourra aussi vous donner plus d’appétit pour la lecture de mes autres publications adjacentes, correspondantes et complémentaires dans la mise en scène d’une mémoire constructive et d’un présent rénovateur pour des solutions intelligentes adaptables aux défis et courantes, aux exigences prospectives et aux risques potentiels, tel est le destin de mon labeur et de mon apport dans cette destinée commune d’existence.
N’hésitez pas de partager avec moi vos impressions, remarques, initiatives et opportunités de collaboration transatlantique comme transafricaine.
Bien a vous avec mes souhaits de réussite.
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In 2004 Dr Said the Government of China invited El Mansour Cherkaoui as a reward for his treatment and the good reception and excellent work he provided to the visiting Chinese delegations from 1994-1995. He visited Beijing, Shanghai, and Guizhou providing training and preparing international business plans for Chinese companies and executives. See details in links with Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and China
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s impactful role in fostering U.S.-China relations and facilitating collaboration is commendable.
Invitation by the Chinese Government:
In recognition of his outstanding work and contributions, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui received a special invitation from the Government of China.
This invitation served as a reward for his exceptional treatment, warm reception, and excellent services provided to visiting Chinese delegations from 1994-1995.
Destinations:
Dr. Cherkaoui embarked on a significant journey, visiting key cities in China:
Beijing: The political and cultural heart of China.
Shanghai: A global financial hub and bustling metropolis.
Guizhou: Known for its natural beauty and emerging economic development.
Training and Business Plans:
During his visit, Dr. Cherkaoui engaged in impactful activities:
Training: He provided specialized training sessions for Chinese executives and companies.
Business Plans: Dr. Cherkaoui prepared international business plans, guiding Chinese companies toward strategic growth and global expansion.
Legacy and Collaboration:
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s visit strengthened U.S.-China ties, fostering understanding and cooperation.
His commitment to cross-cultural exchange and business development resonates in international trade circles.
Dr. Cherkaoui’s visit exemplifies how visionary leaders bridge nations, create dialogue, and drive meaningful outcomes. His legacy lives on in the enduring partnerships forged during this historic visit.
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Building on the Kingdom of Morocco and the United States Treaty of Peace & Friendship 1787
Dr. Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. has dedicated the past 20 years to strengthening the relationship between the Kingdom of Morocco and the United States
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has dedicated the past 20 years to strengthening the relationship between the Kingdom of Morocco and the United States. His work spans various sectors, including business, investment, trade, culture, and education.
Key Contributions:
Center for International Trade Development (CITD) in Morocco: Represented 25 food products and companies from California and the United States at the American Cafe / Trade Show organized by the U.S. FDA and the U.S. State Department in Casablanca, Morocco.
Official Visits: Played a pivotal role in organizing the official ministerial visit to Palo Alto on May 10, 2024, enhancing bilateral cooperation.
Cultural Exchange: Organized numerous cultural events and educational exchanges to promote mutual understanding and appreciation of Moroccan and American cultures.
Academic Collaborations: Established partnerships between Moroccan and American universities, fostering academic exchange and research collaboration.
Publications and Advocacy: Authored several articles and reports highlighting the benefits of a strong USA-Morocco relationship and advocating for supportive policies.
Leadership at San Francisco Chamber of Commerce: Served as Co-Chair of the International Business Committee from 1994 to 1998, contributing to the arrival of the first Chinese delegation, the first Egyptian delegation, the Cameroon Board of Tea and Coffee, and the Ghana delegation, among other activities.
Teaching Experience:
Teaching Officers of U.S. Air Force at Fairfield Base, California: Dr. Tony Branch gave me the privilege and the duty to teach courses at the Travis Air Force Base. This “Reconnaissance Letter” was written by Captain Larson, one of my “Students-Gentleman Officers.” Besides calling my name in the air from the carling of their “Funny Flying Machines,” they also showed me the planes that landed in Morocco during WWII and later on. This episode of forming Senior U.S. Air Force Pilots is one of the best of my Academic Medals of Honors.
Letters of Recommendation:
Captain Scott Larson: Wrote a letter of recommendation highlighting the courses and training programs I conducted at Travis Air Force Base.
First Lieutenant Steve Martinez: Also provided a letter of recommendation for my work at Travis Air Force Base.
Academic and Business References:
Dr. Wesley Young, Director of Services for International Students and Scholars at the University of California, Davis: Praised my solid academic background and wealth of business experience, making me one of the most effective faculty members at the Dominican University of San Rafael.
Ersan Ertuzun, Corporate Communications Supervisor at WTC Istanbul: Recognized my exceptional contributions to international business development, including trade missions and small business development.
Quote: “I am honored to have dedicated the past 20 years to enhancing the relationship between Morocco and the United States. Our shared history and mutual interests provide a strong foundation for continued collaboration and growth,” said Dr. Cherkaoui.
Future Goals: Dr. Cherkaoui aims to further deepen the Morocco-USA relationship through new initiatives and partnerships, focusing on sustainable development, innovation, and cultural exchange.
About Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D.: He is a renowned expert in international trade and development, with a focus on fostering strong bilateral relationships between #Morocco and #USA. His work spans multiple sectors, including business, investment, trade, culture, and education.
Dr. Cherkaoui & Center for International Trade Development ★ CITD in Morocco
Dr. Cherkaoui represented 25 food products/companies from California and the United States at the American Cafe / Trade Show organized by the U.S. FDA and the U.S. State Department in Casablanca, Morocco
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The First Muslim Moroccan Investor in Starting Transportation Operations Toutes Directions in the History of Morocco
First Moroccan Muslim Contractor of Public Transport in Early 1920 – Twenties of 20th Century: Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui at 24 was the First Muslim Transporter in Morocco By Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Son of Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui Father of Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui Said El Mansour Cherkaoui PARENTAL HERITAGE OF MOROCCAN NATIONALISM This is Haj Ahmed Cherkaoui All … Continue reading
🌎 Analyst World Affairs ★ Author ★ Elaboration of Predictive Studies ★ Keynote Speaker ★ Entrepreneurial Planning ★ Business Development ★ United States ★ Europe ★ France ★ Morocco ★ China ★ Sub-Saharan Africa 🌍 Project Development Specialist ★ Entrepreneurship ★ International Trade and Business ★ Faculty ★ 🌍 France and USA: Research and Academia, Letters … Continue reading
Case-Study of Investment Opportunity: Kingdom of Morocco
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Sypnosis on the Kingdom of Morocco’s New Development Strategy for Investment
Morocco is setting a frame and components that can be multiple and diverse in their local content, and regional determinations like in their external and global objectives. This strategy is oriented by the selection of leading mining resources, industrial sectors, and technological and energy-based productions that are becoming the focus and reasons for international heated competition. These advanced areas of design and development are the topics and the objectives that differentiate the level of technological and self-sustainability masteries and sector productive leadership between nations in their drive to set new rules for governance as an alternative to the failed globalization which did not respond to local, regional, national, and “inter-nations” geostrategic interests” but impose more competitive and war-driven interventions as regulation of the flow of natural and primary resources needed to fuel such global expansion made without cushion and safety social nets and ideological and political remedies.
Morocco’s drive is a response to these interferences and moves to rejection and adhesion of nations in new identification of competitive forms. Morocco is positioning its economy and external alliances as a regional liaison, a conduit of dialogue, an ally interlocutor, and a business negotiator within balanced the weakness into forces between spheres of influence and clusters of changes.
Morocco has ratified 72 investment treaties for the promotion and protection of investments and 62 economic agreements, including with the United States and most EU nations, that aim to eliminate the double taxation of income or gains. Morocco is the only country on the African continent with a Free Trade Agreement (FTA) with the United States, eliminating tariffs on more than 95 percent of qualifying consumer and industrial goods.
The Government of Morocco plans to phase out tariffs for some products through 2030. The FTA supports Morocco’s goals to develop as a regional financial and trade hub, providing opportunities for the localization of services and the finishing and re-export of goods to markets in Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Since the U.S.-Morocco FTA came into effect bilateral trade in goods has grown nearly five-fold.
The U.S. and Moroccan governments work closely to increase trade and investment through high-level consultations, bilateral dialogue, and other forums to inform U.S. businesses of investment opportunities and strengthen business-to-business ties.
What are the Government measures to motivate or restrict investment in Morocco?
The new investment charter which was introduced in July 2016 as part of Law 60-16, and replacing a previous charter implemented in 1995, creates free-trade zones in each of the 12 regions of the country, recognizes indirect exporter status, and creates incentives for export-oriented and industrial companies. It also restructures investment promotion activities under the centralized Moroccan Agency for Investment Development and Export. A General Directorate for Trade, a General Directorate for Industry and an agency dedicated to developing the digital economy and e-government were also created under the new charter.
FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) in Figures
After a decline during the global recession, FDI (Foreign Direct Investment) flows to Morocco increased in 2014 and 2015, exceeding USD 3 billion. In 2016, however, flows fell by 29% to USD 2.32 billion. The country’s stability should attract more investors. In addition, a vast project of economic modernisation has been launched to boost FDI. Casablanca in particular aims to become an international financial center. Traditionally, France, Saudi Arabia and Spain have been the three main investors. FDI is mainly concentrated in the real estate sector, followed by industry and tourism.
Source:United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)
Foreign Direct Investment inflows by country and sector in Morocco
Foreign direct investment, net inflows (% of GDP) – Morocco
International Monetary Fund, International Financial Statistics and Balance of Payments databases, World Bank, International Debt Statistics, and World Bank and OECD GDP estimates. License : CC BY-4.0
Here are some countries and sectors that have invested in Morocco through foreign direct investment (FDI): In 2022, the top investing countries by stock were France (30.8%), the United Arab Emirates (UAE) (20.3%), Spain (8%), Switzerland (5.7%), and the United States (5%). In the first quarter of 2022, the leading investors were the United States, France, and the UAE.
Sectors that receive the most FDI are:
Industry: Almost one-fourth of FDI
Real estate: 20% of FDI
Communication: 12.4% of FDI
Tourism: 9.5% of FDI
Energy and mining: 6.4% of FDI
Banking: 5.7% of FDI
The aim is to be considered as an alternative and reliable intermediary and as a hub of transfer and transformation of existing created and advanced researched values. The multiple participation of Morocco in international events, the signature of trade treaties and investment agreements, direct involvement in security, and strategic alliances are the institutional expressions for business integration, diplomatic acceptance, and cultural harmonization driven by the search for mutual benefits and complementary exchanges with a transfer of technological intelligence and operational know-how that Morocco is striving to materialize. A new model of development based on the production of clean energy remains the determining factor in conglomerating these similar but not identical factors of development.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Approches Explained: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. I publish articles, reports, and analyses on #Morocco #Africa #Europe #Northamerica #SouthAmerica and #Asia. Memories and Writers of Legacies are among my favorites where I extract personages and wise minds when I am writing about the treasures of humanity identified in my cultural background like …Continue reading
Legend of the Article Cover Image: 2004 a Casablanca with His Excellency, the U.S. Ambassador Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Omar Bouafi a Moroccan Assistant to Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, and at the Casablanca Café organized in Morocco by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and …Continue reading
With EBCITD – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Representing 25 US / Californian Companies at Casablanca – Morocco
American Café at Casablanca – Morocco attended by Said Cherkaoui representing the EBCITD and 25 US Food companies. This trade show was a facilitator for the upcoming negotiations and the signature of the US – Morocco Free Trade Agreement.I met with Exporters, Importers, Heads of the Largest companies and Decision-Makers at local and regional and National levels.
Dr. Cherkaoui represented 25 food products/companies from California and the United States at the American Cafe / Trade Show organized by the U.S. FDA and the U.S. State Department in Casablanca, Morocco.
Ms. Agricultural and Commercial Attache at the Embassy in Morocco His Excellency, the U.S. Ambassador Mr. Arthur Riley U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, Mr. Assistant to the Ambassador, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Mr. Omar Bouafi at the Casablanca Cafe organized in Morocco by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the U.S. Department of Commerce … Continue reading
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Leading United States Trade and Business Mission in Morocco
Glocentra, EBCITD with the U.S. Department of States, U.S. Department of Food and Drug Administration, U.S. Department of Commerce, and the U.S. Embassy in Morocco … Continue reading
TRI CK USA – By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Sciences Po, GrenobleUniversité Grenoble Alpes – IREPInstitut des Hautes Etudes de l’Amérique Latine, ParisUniversité de la Sorbonne, Paris III The Moroccan-American Friendship up-to-this date [2019] has lasted more than 240 years: The Barbary Treaties 1786-1816 Treaty with Morocco June 28 and July 15, 1786 Treaty of Peace and Friendship, with additional article; also Ship-Signals Agreement. … Continue reading
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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, January 2, 2018 The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement, most Moroccan goods enter the United States duty-free, and virtually all will enter free by the time it is fully implemented on January 1, 2023. The Morocco FTA does NOT provide … Continue Reading →
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December 16, 2020 – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui The U.S.-Moroccan Free Trade Agreement (FTA), signed in 2006, made Morocco the first African country to sign such an agreement with the United States. Such action has renewed the privilege that Morocco had to be the first … Continue reading
– Editor: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, Ph.D. The Morocco Free Trade Agreement (MAFTA) went into effect on January 1, 2006. Under the agreement, most Moroccan goods enter the United … Continue reading
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The Moroccan-American friendship on this date [2019] has lasted more than 240 years: The Barbary Treaties 1786-1816 Treaty with Morocco June 28 and July 15, 1786 … Continue reading
December 29, 2020 – Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and His Global Interactions and Endeavors Morocco has ratified 71 bilateral investment treaties for the promotion and protection of investments and 60 economic agreements – including with the United States and most EU nations– that aim to eliminate the double taxation of income or gains. Morocco is the only country on the African continent with … Continue reading
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, 12/25/2020 – Northern California Office The US DFC has made several announcements signifying its efforts to expand into Morocco – including the opening of a new Prosper Africa regional office … Continue reading
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Road to Morocco and USA Roadshow by Moroccan Officials By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. _ Said Cherkaoui Ph.D.Contact: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com Invest in Morocco: Where Vision Creates Opportunities – Where Culture, History, and Present Progress Are the Driving Forces of Change and DevelopmentMorocco offers a wealth of investment opportunities driven by … Continue reading
Moroccan Trade Mission in Silicon Valley – California Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. ★ Senior Policy and Business Adviser ★ Consultant ★ News Executive Editor ★ Public Speaker ★ Good Day U.S. and Moroccan Professionals in the Silicon Valley and Bay Area of San Francisco High-level Moroccan Delegation in a Business, Investment and Trade Mission … Continue reading
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Welcoming His Excellency Si Mohcine Jazouli, the Minister of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies « Thrilled to have convened an inspiring gathering in Silicon Valley, bringing together Moroccan professionals from diverse sectors. Proud of such a dynamic community and excited for future collaborations!» Declaration by His … Continue reading
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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. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui at the Casablanca Café organized in Morocco by the U.S. Department of State, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration … Continue reading
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Dear Members of the @Moroccan Diaspora Worldwide Network
We have corrected the link to our publications.
Below you’ll be able to access the correct pages and documents stating directly and related to the visit of our Moroccan Official Delegation to the Silicon Valley, the San Francisco Bay Area, and the related meeting presenting the Moroccan Drive and Attractivity of Talents, Entrepreneurs, and High-level Moroccan delegation in a trade mission Inviting Silicon Valley – Bay Area U.S. and Moroccan Professionals
MAY 10, 2024 – 06:00 PM – Event of the Cocktail Reception at FOUR-SEASON HOTEL IN SILICON VALLEY EAST OF PALO ALTO 2050 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, EAST PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA 94303 U.S.A. – Phone: 1 (650) 566 -1200
Please CLICKING on the next link to access and fill out the form that will confirm your attendance at the event: https://forms.office.com/r/G2ZjmJW2TN Please spread the news about this highly sought-after Moroccan Business Meeting in Silicon Valley, California.
Dear Moroccan Professionals in the Silicon Valley,
Looking forward to welcoming you! Venue will be shared shortly.
The Red and Green Moroccans – Moors Are Coming to America:
Get Ready to Meet the Official Moroccan Delegation seeking to reinforce trends and diversify exchanges of investment, business, and trade relationships between the U.S. and Morocco by showcasing and increasing awareness about Morocco’s potential as an international investment and sourcing hub.
This Morocco Delegation is formed by Government Decision-Makers and Business Leaders who will meet with all interested private and group investors, business owners, and individual entrepreneurs interested in Morocco as a competitive manufacturing/outsourcing platform to address markets in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, utilizing the numerous Free Trade Agreements the Kingdom has signed.
This Moroccan Official Delegation will be in the USA from May 6th to 14, 2024, visiting the following U.S. States and Cities on these dates: All Moroccan professionals are welcome. For more details, click on the aforementioned weblink or the article listed here below this text.
An important business delegation, including high government officials and private sector representatives, will be in the USA during the period May 6th to 14:
– Dallas: May 6th and 7th – Austin: May 8th – San Francisco: May 9 to 11 A cocktail will be hosted on May 10th (evening). All Moroccan professionals are welcome. Confirmations to: moroccousa@amdie.gov.ma – Seattle: 13th and 14th.
The delegation is aimed at showcasing Morocco’s potential as an international investment and sourcing hub In addition to meeting with American companies interested in Morocco as a competitive manufacturing/outsourcing platform to address markets in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East, utilizing the numerous Free Trade Agreements the Kingdom has signed.
I will be grateful for your advice, information, and introductions to companies or private-sector institutions.
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December 1, 2023 – Treaty of Peace and Friendship between the United States and the Moors Morocco ★ USA ★ Morocco ★ California With EBCITD – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Representing 25 US / Californian Companies at Casablanca – Morocco American Café at Casablanca – Morocco attended by Said Cherkaoui representing the EBCITD and 25 US Food companies. This trade […] Read More »
November 15, 2023 – Morocco – USA Trade & Investment Summary The United States and Morocco have a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). Morocco – USA: Trade and Investment Said El Mansour Cherkaoui October 27, 2023 Morocco – USA Past and Current Relations Said El Mansour Cherkaoui August 5, 2022 In 2022, U.S. goods exports to Morocco were $3.7 billion, up 33.3 […] Read More »
Treaty of Peace & Friendship 1787 Between Morocco and The United States
Treaty of Peace and Friendship between the United States and the Moors
Stamp on Moroccan-American Treaty of Peace and Friendship
To all persons to whom these presents shall come or be made known- WHEREAS the United States of America in Congress assembled by their Commission bearing date the twelfth day of May One Thousand, Seven-Hundred and Eighty-Four thought proper to constitute John Adams, Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson their Ministers Plenipotentiary, giving to them or a Majority of them full powers to confer, treat & negotiate with the Ambassador, Minister or Commissioner of His Majesty the Emperor of Morocco concerning a Treaty of Amity and Commerce, to make & receive propositions for such Treaty and to conclude and sign the same, transmitting to the United States in Congress assembled for their final Ratification.
And by one other commission bearing date the Eleventh day of March One-Thousand Seven-hundred & Eighty-five did further empower the said Ministers Plenipotentiary or a majority of them, by writing under the hands and Seals to appoint such agent in the said business as they might think proper with authority under the directions and instruction of the said Ministers to commence & prosecute the said Negotiations & Conferences for the said Treaty provided that the said Treaty should be signed by Ministers: And Whereas, We the said John Adams & Thomas Jefferson two of the said Ministers Plenipotentiary (the said Benjamin Franklin being absent) by writing under the Hand and Seal of the said John Adams at London, October fifth, One-thousand Seven-hundred and Eighty-five, & of the said Thomas Jefferson at Paris October the Eleventh of the same year, did appoint Thomas Barclay, Agent in the business aforesaid, giving him the Powers therein, which by the said second commission we were authorized go give, and the said Thomas Barclay in pursuance thereof, bath arranged Articles for a Treaty of Amity and Commerce between the United States of America and His Majesty the Emperor of Morocco & sealed with His Royal Seal, being translated into the language of said United States of America, together with the Attestations thereto annexed are in the following words, To Wit:
In the name of Almighty God.
This is a Treaty of Peace and Friendship established between us and the United States of America, which is confirmed, and which we have ordered to be written in the Book and sealed with our Royal Seal at our Court of Morocco in the Twenty-Fifth day of the blessed month of Shaban, in the year One-Thousand Two-hundred, trusting in God it will remain permanent.
ARTICLE 1
We declare that both Parties have agreed that this Treaty consisting of twenty five Articles shall be inserted in this Book and delivered to the Honorable Thomas Barclay, the Agent of the United States now at our Court, with whose Approbation it has been made and who is duly authorized on their part, to treat with us concerning all the matters contained therein.
ARTICLE 2
If either of the parties shall be at war with any nation whatever, the other party shall not take a commission from the enemy nor fight under their colors.
ARTICLE 3
If either of the parties shall be at war with any nation whatever and take a prize belonging to that nation, and there shall be found on board subjects or effects belonging to either of the parties, the subjects shall be set at liberty and the effect returned to the owners. And if any goods belonging to any nation, with whom either the parties shall be at war, shall be loaded on vessels belonging to the other party, they shall pass free and unmolested without any attempt being made to take or detain them.
ARTICLE 4
A signal or pass shall be given to all vessels belonging to both parties, by which they are to be known when they meet at sea, and if the commander of a ship of war of either party shall have other ships under his convoy, the Declaration of the commander shall alone be sufficient to exempt any of them from examination.
ARTICLE 5
If either of the parties shall be at war, and shall meet a vessel at sea, belonging to the other, it is agreed that if an examination is to be made, it shall be done by sending a boat with two or three men only, and if any gun shall be bread and injury done without reason, the offending party shall make good all damages.
ARTICLE 6
If any Moor shall bring citizens of the United States or their effects to His Majesty, the citizens shall immediately be set at liberty and the effects restored, and in like manner, if any Moor not a subject of the dominions shall make prize of any of the citizens of America or their effects and bring them into any of the ports of His Majesty, they shall be immediately released, as they will be considered as under His Majesty’s Protection.
ARTICLE 7
If any vessel of either party shall put into a port of the other and have occasion for provisions or other supplies, they shall be furnished without any interruption or molestation.
ARTICLE 8
If any vessel of the United States shall meet with a disaster at sea and put into one of our ports to repairs, she shall be at liberty to land and reload her cargo, without paying any duty whatever.
ARTICLE 9
If any Vessel of the Untied States shall be cast on Shore on any Part of our Coasts, she shall remain at the disposition of the Owners and no one shall attempt going near her without their Approbation, as she is then considered particularly under our Protection; and if any Vessel of the United States shall be forced to put in to our Ports, by Stress of weather or otherwise, she shall not be compelled to land her Cargo, but shall remain in tranquility until the Commander shall think proper to proceed on his Voyage.
ARTICLE 10
If any Vessel of either of the Parties shall have an engagement with a Vessel belonging to any of the Christian Powers within gunshot of the Forts of the other, the Vessel so engaged shall be defended and protected as much as possible until she is in safety; and if any American Vessel shall be cast on shore on the Coast of Wadnoon or any Coast thereabout, the People to her shall be protected, and assisted until by the help of God, they shall be sent to their Country.
ARTICLE 11
If we shall be at War with any Christian Power and any of our Vessels sail from the Ports of the United States, no Vessel belonging to the enemy shall follow until twenty four hours after the Departure of our Vessels; and the same Regulation shall be observed towards the American Vessels sailing from our Ports be the enemies Moors or Christians.
ARTICLE 12
If any ship of war belonging to the United States shall put into any of our ports, she shall not be examined on any pretense whatever, even though she should have fugitive slaves on board, nor shall the governor or commander of the place compel them to be brought on shore on any pretext, nor require any payment for them.
ARTICLE 13
If a ship of war of either party shall put into a port of the other and salute, it shall be returned from the fort with an equal number of guns, not with more or less.
ARTICLE 14
The commerce with the United States shall be on the same footing as is the commerce with Spain, or as that with the most favored nation for the time being; and their citizens shall be respected and esteemed, and have full liberty to pass and repass our country and seaports whenever they please, without interruption.
ARTICLE 15
Merchants of both countries shall employ only such interpreters, and such other persons to assist them in their business, as they shall think proper. No commander of a vessel shall transport his cargo on board another vessel; he shall not be detained in port longer than he may think proper; and all persons employed in loading or unloading goods, or in any labor whatever, shall be paid at the customary rates, not more and not less.
ARTICLE 16
In case of a war between the parties, the prisoners are not to be made slaves, but to be exchanged one for another, captain for captain, officer for officer, and one private man for another; and if there shall prove a deficiency on either side, it shall be made up by the payment of one hundred Mexican dollars for each person wanting. And it is agreed that all prisoners shall be exchanged in twelve months from the time of their being taken, and that this exchange may be effected by a merchant or any other person authorized of by either of the parties.
ARTICLE 17
Merchants shall not be compelled to buy or sell any kind of goods but such as they shall think proper; and may buy and sell all sorts of merchandize but such as are prohibited to the other Christian nations.
ARTICLE 18
All goods shall be weighed and examined before they are sent on board , and to avoid all detention of vessels, no examination shall afterwards be made, unless it shall first be proved that contraband goods have been sent on board, in which case, the persons who took the contraband goods on board, shall be punished according to the usage and custom of the country, and no other person whatever shall be injured, nor shall the ship or cargo incur any penalty or damage whatever.
ARTICLE 19
No vessel shall be detained import on any pretense whatever, nor be obliged to take on board on any articles without the consent of the commander, who shall be at full liberty to agree for the freight of any goods he takes on board.
ARTICLE 20
If any of the citizens of the Untied States, or any persons under their protection, shall have any disputes with each other, the consul shall decide between the parties, and whenever the consul shall require any aid or assistance from our government, to enforce his decisions, it shall be immediately granted to him.
ARTICLE 21
If any citizen of the Untied States should kill or wound a Moor, or, on the contrary, if a Moor shall kill or wound a citizen of the United States, the law of the country shall take place, and equal justice shall be rendered, the consul assisting at the trial; and if any delinquent shall make his escape, the consul shall not be answerable for him in any manner whatever.
ARTICLE 22
If an American citizen shall die in our country, and no will shall appear, the consul shall take possession of hi affects; and if there shall be no consul, the effects shall be deposited in the hands of some person worthy of trust, until the party shall appear, who has right to demand them; but if the heir to the person deceased be present, the property shall be delivered to him without interruptions; and if a will shall appear, the property shall descend agreeable to that will as soon as the consul shall declare the validity thereof.
ARTICLE 23
The consuls of the United States of America, shall reside in any port of our dominions that they shall think proper; and they shall be respected, and enjoy all the privileges which the consuls of any other nation enjoy; and if any of the citizens of the United States shall contract any debts or engagements, the consul shall not be in any manner accountable for them, unless he shall have given a promise in writing for the payment or fulfilling thereof, without which promise in writing, no application to him for any redress shall be made.
ARTICLE 24
If any differences shall arise by either party infringing on any of the articles of this treaty, peace and harmony shall remain notwwithstanding, in the fullest force, until a friendly application shall be made for an arrangement, and until that application shall be rejected, no appeal shall be made to arms. And if a war shall break out between the parties nine months shall be granted to all the subjects of both parties, to dispose of their effects and retire with their property. And it is further declared, that whatever indulgences, in trade or otherwise, shall be granted to any of the Christian Powers, the citizens of the United States shall be equally entitled to them.
ARTICLE 25
This treaty shall continue in full force, with the help of God, for fifty years. We delivered this book into the hands of the before mentioned Thomas Barclay, on the first day of the blessed month of Ramadan, in the year one thousand two hundred. I certify that the annexed is a true copy of the translation made by Isaac Cardoza Nunez, interpreter at Morocco, of the treaty between the Emperor of Morocco and the United States of America.
ADDITIONAL ARTICLE
Grace to the only God.
I, the under-written, the servant of God, Taher Ben Abdelkack Fennish, do certify, that His Imperial Majesty, my master, (whom God preserve), having concluded a treaty of peace and commerce with the United States of America, has ordered me, the better to complete, it, and in addition of the tenth article of the treaty, to declare, “That if any vessel belonging to the United States, shall be in any of the ports of his Majesty’s dominions, or within gun-shot of his forts, she shall be protected as much as possible; and no vessel whatever, belonging either to Moorish or Christian Powers, with whom the United States may be at war, shall be permitted to follow or engage her, as we now deem the citizens of America our good friends.”
And, in obedience to this Majesty’s commands, I certify this declaration, by putting my hand and seal to it, on the eighteenth day of Ramadan, (a) in the year one thousand two hundred. The servant of the King, my master, whom God preserve.
TAHER BEN ABDELKACK FENNISH.
I do certify that the above is a true copy of the translation made at Morocco, by Isaac Cordoza Nunez, interpreter, of a declaration made and signed by Sidi Hage Taher Fennish, in addition to the treaty between the Emperor of Morocco and the United States of America, which declaration the said Taher Fennish made by the express directions of his Majesty.
THOMAS BARCLAY.
TREATY WITH MOROCCO. 1787
Now, KNOW YE, That we, the said John Adams and Thomas Jefferson, Ministers Plenipotentiary aforesaid, do approve and conclude the said treaty, and every article and clause therein contained, reserving the same nevertheless to the Untied States in Congress assembled, for their final ratification. In testimony whereof, we have signed the same with our names and seals, at the places of our respective residence, and at the dates expressed under our signatures respectively.
JOHN ADAMS, (L.S.) London, January 25th, 1787.
THOMAS JEFFERSON, (L.S.) Paris, January 1st, 1787.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has been actively engaged in workforce development programs and has made significant contributions to economic and educational initiatives. Let’s explore some of his notable endeavors:
Workforce Development Programs in California:
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has been involved in workforce development efforts within the California Community Colleges system. These programs aim to enhance skills, provide training, and prepare individuals for employment in various sectors.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s work has had a multifaceted impact on local communities and businesses within California. Let’s delve into some key aspects:
Workforce Development and Training:
Dr. Cherkaoui’s involvement in workforce development programs has directly benefited local communities. By designing and conducting training programs, he has equipped individuals with essential skills, enhancing their employability.
Businesses in California benefit from a more skilled workforce, which contributes to productivity and economic growth.
Dr. Said El Mansour CherkaouiCreated and Conducted by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui for the Workforce Development Program – EBCITD – Capacity Building and Workforce Development Training Program – Samples of Certified Training
Dr. Cherkaoui has developed and conducted training programs to strengthen trade and business ties between China and the United States, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.
His work includes strategies and guidance on market dynamics, technology, and business development.
International Engagement:
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s contributions extend beyond California. He has facilitated educational courses, investment plans, and international conferences across continents, including Africa, Asia, and Europe.
His involvement has fostered commercial and academic exchanges, benefiting various countries and regions.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s work exemplifies the importance of workforce development, education, and international collaboration. His efforts contribute to building stronger economies and empowering individuals worldwide.
International Business Development:
As Co-Chair of the International Business Development Committee on Africa at the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, Dr. Cherkaoui fosters cross-cultural collaboration and trade.
His efforts create opportunities for California businesses to expand globally, access new markets, and establish international partnerships.
Investment and Economic Strategies:
Dr. Cherkaoui’s work extends beyond borders. He attracts investment to California by promoting its business-friendly environment and highlighting its strengths.
His strategies encourage foreign direct investment, job creation, and economic diversification.
Educational Initiatives:
Dr. Cherkaoui’s academic contributions, including research and educational courses, enrich California’s intellectual landscape.
By engaging with local universities and institutions, he supports knowledge transfer and innovation.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s dedication to workforce development, international collaboration, and economic growth positively impacts both local communities and businesses in California.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s dedication to workforce development, international collaboration, and economic growth positively impacts both local communities and businesses in California
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Business, Research, and Academic References
Dr. Barbara Beno Presidente of Vista Community College @Berkeley, California, and Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Consultant at CITD
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Academic Path
Dr. Said Cherkaoui International Business Planning – Keys to Open New Business Horizons Teaching practical and field-based strategies that enhance the understanding of local challenges, the awareness on the particular cultural and business approaches of many regions around the world and provide the decision-makers with business intelligence inputs that help to shape the next decisional move and the next operational step as well as the next concerted action.
France and USA: Research and Academia, Letters of Recommendations on Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui
At various universities and colleges in California and the Bay Area of San Francisco, at the Silicon Valley and Contra Costa Counties, and online academic institutions
Adjunct Associate Professor and Lecturer – Golden Gate University · Contract · 1987 – 2001 · 14 yrs – San Francisco Bay Area · On-site San Francisco Bay Area ·
For the first time in the entire history of Golden Gate University’s existence, I introduced and taught courses on the European Economic Community, Doing Business in Latin America and Asia, and Electives on Economics, Economic Thoughts and the World Economy.
At the School of Business
Taught Executive Programs and Graduate Courses (See attached Letters from US Air Force Officers and related records and documents)
★ International Marketing and Business Development
★ Business Strategy and Policy.
★ ★ School of Technology and Industry: Introduced new technology-oriented courses and web-based curricula activities:
★ Customer relationship management (CRM) and business intelligence (BI);
★ Information Technology and Entrepreneurship;
★ Telecommunications, IT, and Digital Security.
★ School of Public Administration and International Studies:
At the School of Business
Taught Executive Programs and Graduate Courses (See attached Letters from US Air Force Officers and related records and documents)
★ International Marketing and Business Development
★ Business Strategy and Policy.
Academic and Research Collaborations:
He collaborates with universities, research centers, and academic institutions globally.
Joint research projects, student exchanges, and faculty collaborations enhance cross-cultural understanding and knowledge transfer.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has authored 92 articles on LinkedIn providing insights into the influences and challenges arising from the evolution of global affairs and international relations, trade, and business. 2.
LinkedIn Profile:Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. ★ Senior Policy and Business Adviser ★ Consultant ★ News Executive Editor ★ Public Speaker ★ February 13, 2024
Adjunct Associate Professor and Lecturer – Golden Gate University · Contract · 1987 – 2001 · 14 yrs – San Francisco Bay Area · On-site San Francisco Bay Area ·
For the first time in Golden Gate University’s history, I introduced and taught courses on the European Economic Community, Doing Business in Latin America and Asia, and Electives on Economics, Economic Thoughts, and the World Economy.
Taught courses on Telecom and High Tech including Digital Certificate and System Protection.
International Business Management, International Market, and International Finance.
International Public Administration and International Affairs.
Research and Publications by Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui:
Conducted extensive research programs and published extracts on Golden Gate Magazine Connections on the following topics:
European Economic Community (Published at Golden Gate University)
North American Free Trade Agreement (Published in Golden Gate University and France)
Middle East Quest for Peace (Published in Italy)
China High Tech and Telecom (Published in London)
Dr Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Doctorate Chair at the School of Public Administration and International Studies, Golden Gate University, San Francisco, California
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Summary on Workforce Program for Community College of the State of California: Executive-Summary-Grant-Logistics by the U.S. Department of Labor
★ ★ School of Technology and Industry: Introduced new technology-oriented courses and web-based curricula activities:
★ Customer relationship management (CRM) and business intelligence (BI);
★ Information Technology and Entrepreneurship;
★ Telecommunications, IT, and Digital Security.
Victor Robert Garza – To Victor Robert Garza Bravo and Congratulations, I am proud of your trajectory and realizations. I do not know if you remember that I was the first to introduce myself in 1999 and to teach a course on Digital Security in the MBA Program at Golden Gate University – Silicon Valley at Palo Alto and you were my Student. So I am proud of your accomplishment and feel that I have established if not reinforced some instructional pillars in your interest and expertise in the field of Security. Keep up the good work Vic or I should say El Mansour which means also Victor.
Best wishes for continual success. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui 3 / 6 / 2017 Oakland, California
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Academic and Business References
★ Recommendation by Dr. Wesley Young, Director, Services for International Students and Scholars at the University of California, Davis –
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.
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, and 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 significantly contribute 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.
EEC and NAFTA Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Research and Publications GGU
Early two distinctive research topics on the Monetary System and the Creation of the European Economic Community and the establishment of the North American Free Trade Agreement were conducted and published by Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui at Golden Gate University of San Francisco.
Adjunct Associate Professor and Doctoral Program Subject Matter Expert – Touro University California · Contract · 1998 – 2000 · 2 yrs · San Diego Metropolitan Area · Hybrid ·
★ Taught Digital Technology and Telecom courses for the Online Graduate Program at the Business and Management School. ★ Provided guidance, advice, and insights on research and writing of doctoral proposals and dissertations on Business, Marketing, and Management.
★ Mentored and advised candidates on the development of the doctoral thesis.★ Taught Digital Technology and Telecom courses for the Online Graduate Program at the Business and Management School. ★ Provided guidance, advice, and insights on research and writing of doctoral proposals and dissertations on Business, Marketing, and Management. ★ Mentored and advised candidates on the development of a doctoral thesis.
Saïd El Mansour Cherkaoui : Conférences internationales
Le Dr Cherkaoui a organisé et présenté plusieurs conférences internationales en collaboration avec le Département américain du Commerce, le Département américain des petites entreprises, la US Small Business Association, les 2 Centres pour le développement du commerce international d’East Bay et de la Bay Area et d’autres organisations locales de représentants professionnels des entreprises. .
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conferences
Dr. Cherkaoui organized and presented Multiple International Conferences in Collaboration with the US Department of Commerce, the US Small Business Department, the US Small Business Association, the 2 East Bay and Bay Area Centers for International Trade Development, and other local business professional representatives organizations.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Developed Strategies and Directed Training on Market and Technology to Strengthen China Trade and Business in the United States, Africa, Europe and Middle East
International Conferences:
Dr. Cherkaoui has organized and presented multiple international conferences. These events likely focused on topics related to international trade, development, and business.
He has been associated with the Center for International Trade Development (CITD), where he created and conducted certified workforce development and training programs. These programs likely aimed to enhance skills and knowledge in areas such as international business, sales, and trade operations.
California Center for International Trade Development (CITD): Operated by the State Center Community College District, it has been promoting California’s international trade and competitiveness since 1989. It assists exporters, supports economic growth, and helps businesses expand globally.
CITD mission is to accelerate global trade by providing high-impact export development programs, technical assistance, and global trade education.
CITD collaborates with multilateral agencies, government institutions, and non-government organizations to promote trade and investment programs. In summary, CITD acts as a bridge between businesses, education, and government to foster international trade and economic development.
His collaborations extend to various organizations, including the US Department of Commerce, the US Small Business Department, and the US Small Business Association. Additionally, he worked with local business professional representatives and Chambers of Commerce in the Bay Area of San Francisco.
Dr. Cherkaoui participated in conferences related to Africa, where he discussed business opportunities, historical analysis, and trade relations in North Saharan and West African regions.
Center for International Trade Development
About Us: The California Center for International Trade Development (CITD), an entity of the State Center Community College District, has been promoting California’s international trade and competitiveness since 1989. It assists exporters, supports economic and job growth, and helps businesses in California expand globally. CITD also plays a role in globalizing colleges.
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conferences– Invited by the Government of China
CITD has a strong track record, having organized over 180 agricultural trade missions for the Western United States Agricultural Trade Association, the USDA Foreign Agricultural Services, and the California Governor’s Office. They have trained more than 7,000 companies to market California food and agricultural products in foreign markets.
These efforts have resulted in impressive economic outcomes, with over $100 million in direct export sales and more than $750 million in continuous export sales attributed to CITD’s trade activities since 1990. CITD has also received prestigious awards, including the President’s “E Award” for Export Excellence in 2001 and 2013.
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★ Dr. Cherkaoui facilitated the meeting of High-level Executive, Managers, and Scientists from China with their American Peers ★
★ Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Invited by the Central and Provincial Governments of China ★
Dr. Cherkaoui Developed Business and Trade Connections Between California and China Since 1994
BERKELEY – OAKLAND – SAN FRANCISCO – CALIFORNIA – USA
Capacity Building and Workforce Development Training Program
Some Certified Training Seminars and Workshops Organized and Conducted by Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui at City College of Berkeley and the Center for International Trade Development
Created and Conducted by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui for the Workforce Development Program – EBCITD
Conference on North Saharan and Sub-Saharan Africa – US Department of Commerce – San Francisco – California
Dr. Cherkaoui & Center for International Trade Development ★ CITD in Morocco
Director Richard Soyombo – Dr. Said Cherkaoui – Keith Rayner, CEO of Kemara
International Conference on Africa and AGOA
★ EBCITD & GLOCENTRA ★
International Conference on Africa and AGOA, Berkeley, California, USA
Since my early studies at Institut des Etudes Politiques of the Grenoble University, 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.
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.
Here below among other pictures, there is a photo taken in the company with the Regretted Dr. Babacar Ndiaye, former CEO of the African Development Bank Group who holds firmly my hand and is standing at my left side.
On my right hand is Dr. Faheem Director of the Center for International Trade Development, on the other left side and holding my hand is Dr. Boubacar N’diaye, Chairman of the African Development Bank from 1985 to 1995 and honorary chairman of the same institution (Rest in Peace among the Blessed ones, Ameen). I initiated and developed a work plan on the organization of The International Conference on Africa took place in 2001. 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 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, event/photo took place is 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.
Here below are listed links which content present among others some illustrations of my activities with the Integration of Africa with which I was directly involved, including the facilitation of the signing of the Free Trade Agreement between the United States and Morocco.
For many among us, time flies through horizons without leaving traces on recognition and gratitude on what we have achieved for the good for 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.
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.
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.
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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.
EGYPT
Strengthening California with EgyptBusiness, Trade, and Investment Relationships
USA – Testimonials Recognizing the Achievements and Competences of Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui
France and USA: Research and Academia, Letters of Recommendations on Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui
Connecting Culture, Politics, Business, and Academia around the World
La Comunidad Hispana – California
As a Business Consultant at the East Bay Small Business Development Center and the Center for International Trade Development (including the East Bay Center for International Trade Development) between 1993 to 1998 and 2001 to 2007, I worked with the Hispanic communities and their business executives and individual entrepreneurs as well as the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Alameda County and Sacramento.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, representante del Centro para el Desarrollo del Comercio Internacional (CITD) y Marruecos en una sesión ejecutiva de trabajo y una recepción organizada por las Cámaras Hispanas de Comercio de California, Condado de Alameda, Estados Unidos de America (www.cahcc.com).
Recommendation by Dr. Wesley Young, Director, Services for International Students and Scholars at the University of California, Davis –
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.
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.
Dr Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Doctorate Chair at the School of Public Administration and International Studies, Golden Gate University, San Francisco, California
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Summary on Workforce Program for Community College of the State of California: Executive-Summary-Grant-Logistics by the U.S. Department of Labor
BERKELEY – OAKLAND – SAN FRANCISCO – CALIFORNIA – USA
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Nominated as Co-Chair of the International Business Development Committee on Africa at the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, California
Since 1993 Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has contributed directly to establishing professional structures and entities to organize and facilitate the offering of training seminars, educational courses, investment and development plans, and strategies. business development, international conferences in Africa, Asia, and Europe, and visits of leaders and commercial and academic missions from Japan, China, Vietnam, India, Italy, France, Spain, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, Cameroon, Nigeria, Namibia, and South Africa.
Depuis 1993 Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui a contribuer directement dans la mise en place de structures et des entités professionnelles pour organiser et faciliter l’offre de séminaires de formation, de cours d’enseignement, des plans et des stratégies d’investissement et de développement des affaires, des conférences internationales sur l’Afrique, l’Asie et l’Europe et des visites de leaders et mission commerciale et académiques en provenance du Japon, de Chine, Vietnam, Inde, Italy, France, Spain, Egypt, Tunisia, Algeria, Morocco, Senegal, Ghana, Cameroun, Nigeria, Namibia and South Africa.
Connecting Culture, Politics, Business, and Academia around the World
La Comunidad Hispana – California
As a Business Consultant at the East Bay Small Business Development Center and the Center for International Trade Development, including the East Bay Center for International Trade Development starting at Vista Community College at Berkeley and Oakland between 1993 to 1998 and 2001 to 2007, I worked with the Hispanic communities and their business executives and individual entrepreneurs as well as the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce of Alameda County and Sacramento.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, representante del Centro para el Desarrollo del Comercio Internacional (CITD) y Marruecos en una sesión ejecutiva de trabajo y una recepción organizada por las Cámaras Hispanas de Comercio de California, Condado de Alameda, Estados Unidos de America (www.cahcc.com).
★ Said El Mansour Cherkaoui ★ Local, Regional and Global Competences ★
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Developed Strategies and Directed Training on Market and Technology to Strengthen China’s Trade and Business in the United States, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East
The First Muslim Moroccan Investor in Starting Transportation Operations Toutes Directions in the History of Morocco
First Moroccan Muslim Contractor of Public Transport in Early 1920 – Twenties of 20th Century: Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui at 24 was the First Muslim Transporter in Morocco By Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Son of Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui Father of Moulay Ahmed Cherkaoui Said El Mansour Cherkaoui PARENTAL HERITAGE OF MOROCCAN NATIONALISM This is Haj Ahmed Cherkaoui All … Continue reading
Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – ★ Strategic Catalyst Driving U.S.-Morocco-Africa Investment, Trade, and Business Development ★ Senior Policy Adviser in International Affairs ★ Accomplished Public Speaker ★ Distinguished News Executive Editor ★ Email: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com My Father … Continue reading
CHINA & EGYPT
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Strengthening Business, Trade, and Academic Relationships of California with China [October 1994] and Egypt [December 1994] –
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Developed Business and Trade Connections Between California and China and Egypt Since 1994
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TRI CK USA puts at the disposal of our clients a team with extensive experience in developing and delivering executive training and workshops in many areas ranging from basic hard skills to more complex soft skills including leadership, teamwork, negotiation, and communications skills
★ Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui facilitated the meeting of High-level Executive, Managers, and Scientists from China with their American Peers ★
★ Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Invited by the Central and Provincial Governments of China ★
Made in Morocco with Moroccan Legacy
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui & Center for International Trade Development ★ CITD in Morocco
Conference on North Saharan and Sub-Saharan Africa – US Department of Commerce – San Francisco – California
Director Richard Soyombo – Dr. Said Cherkaoui – Keith Rayner, CEO of Kemara
Dr. Cherkaoui presenting Business Opportunities in Morocco and Africa North Saharan Regions
Attendees at the Africa Conference Sponsored by the US Commercial Service at U.S. Department of Commerce
International Conference on Africa
★ EBCITD & GLOCENTRA ★
International Conference on Africa, Berkeley, California, USA
Since my early studies at Institut des Etudes Politiques of the Grenoble University, 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. Below among other pictures, there is a photo taken in the company with the Regretted Dr. Babacar Ndiaye, former CEO of the African Development Bank Group who holds firmly my hand 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. 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 which I was the initiator and for which I 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 which content present among others some illustrations of my activities concerning the Integration of Africa with which I was directly involved, including the facilitation of the signing of the Free Trade Agreement between the United States and Morocco.
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.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.
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.
Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui at the International Conference on Africa and AGOA
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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.
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, and 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.
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We have identified the First key factors of success for expanding into the US:
We have identified the First key factors of success for expanding into the US: ★ Carefully selected team of trusted advisors ★ The skills to leverage cultural differences ★ An effective market entry strategy ★ A carefully selected team of trusted advisors
The successful companies are also the ones that have a small but carefully selected team of trusted advisors who understand them well and work exclusively in the company’s interest.
Good collaboration between partners also contributes to a successful outcome. as they avoid knowledge gaps and overlaps.
These professionals are proactive and challenge their clients to get at their real objectives rather than blindly deliver what the clients ask; clients often don’t know what they really need.
And finally, the successful ones are those that leverage the cultural differences both in their approach to the market and the U.S. buyer and in the way they work with Americans.
Of course, there are differences, in language, in time zones, in habits, in expectations, but utilizing these different perspectives to reach more innovative and creative solutions is the secret of working across cultures.
It is a force that can work against you or that can serve you if you learn to understand it and ride it masterfully.
Mastering each of these individually takes years of practice, and combining them is even more ambitious. That’s why companies only gain this experience at a tremendous cost in time, resources, wasted effort and learning from challenges along the way.
★ Leveraging cultural differences
for market entry strategy in California and the United States, here are some essential strategies:
Understanding Cultural Differences: Recognize the importance of cultural nuances, including language, traditions, customs, values, and social norms. Failing to adapt can impact your market entry success.
Language and Communication: Tailor marketing materials, product packaging, and customer support services to the language spoken in your target market. For example, linguistic accuracy is crucial, as demonstrated by Coca-Cola’s experience in China.
Social Norms and Etiquette: Research and respect social norms specific to your target market. For instance, exchanging business cards (meishi) is vital in Japan.
Building Relationships with Local Partners: Collaborate with local entities to gain insights into cultural nuances. Local partners can help with localization efforts, establish credibility, and navigate cultural differences.
Tailoring Your Product or Service: Understand how cultural values and beliefs shape consumer behavior. Adapt your offerings to suit local preferences and needs.
Embrace Cultural Intelligence: Develop cross-cultural competence. Appreciate different norms, values, and behaviors. Enhance your ability to adapt and communicate effectively in diverse cultural settings.
★ An effective market entry strategy
Remember that successful market entry involves continuous learning and adaptation to cultural differences for long-term success.
When it comes to market entry strategies for California and the United States of America, here are some crucial steps to consider:
Understanding the American Consumer Landscape: Research American consumer behavior, preferences, and cultural nuances. Transitioning seamlessly to the digital landscape is essential, as most Americans turn to online platforms for product discovery and purchases. Leverage digital marketing tools and e-commerce platforms to reach tech-savvy consumers.
Competitive Landscape Analysis: Conduct a comprehensive analysis of key competitors. Understand their market share, strengths, and weaknesses. Position your offerings strategically to resonate with the target audience. Stay updated on industry trends and innovations.
Regulatory Compliance and Market Entry: Navigating U.S. regulations is crucial. Ensure compliance with local laws, industry regulations, and licensing requirements. Legal experts can guide you through this process to avoid pitfalls.
Target Audience Segmentation: Embrace a nuanced approach. Divide the market into distinct segments based on demographics, psychographics, and behavior. Tailor your products, messaging, and marketing strategies accordingly.
Remember that a tailored entry strategy, cultural understanding, and adaptability are key to success in the U.S. market
Key Considerations for Entering a New Market
Market Research:
Understand the Market Environment: Analyze the economic, social, and cultural aspects of the market. Identify the demand for your product or service and understand the competitive landscape.
Local Nuances: Consider local preferences, buying behaviors, and market trends. Tailor your offerings to meet the specific needs of the local market.
Regulatory and Legal Factors:
Compliance: Ensure that your business complies with local laws and regulations, including licensing, taxation, and labor laws.
Political Climate: Assess the political stability and legal framework to ensure a transparent and predictable business environment.
Competitive Analysis:
Identify Competitors: Analyze your competitors’ strengths and weaknesses. Understand their market positioning and strategies.
Unique Value Proposition: Develop a unique value proposition that differentiates your product or service from competitors.
Market Entry Mode:
Choose the Right Entry Strategy: Options include exporting, licensing, franchising, joint ventures, or establishing a subsidiary. Each has its risks and benefits.
Local Partnerships: Partnering with local businesses to leverage their market knowledge and networks.
Financial Considerations:
Investment Requirements: Assess the initial investment needed for market entry, including marketing, distribution, and operational costs.
Risk Management: Develop a plan to address potential challenges and uncertainties.
Developing a Market Entry Strategy for California
Conduct Thorough Market Research:
Demographics and Consumer Behavior: Understand the demographics, income levels, and consumer preferences in California.
Industry Trends: Identify trends and opportunities within your industry in the California market.
Adapt Your Offering:
Localization: Adapt your products or services to meet local tastes and preferences. This may involve modifying features, packaging, or pricing.
Marketing Strategy: Develop a tailored marketing strategy that resonates with California consumers. Utilize local media channels and influencers.
Establish a Local Presence:
Local Office or Store: Consider setting up a local representative or retail store to build brand presence and trust.
Hire Local Talent: Employ local staff who understand the market and can effectively engage with customers.
Leverage Technology and Innovation:
Digital Marketing: Utilize digital marketing strategies, including social media, SEO, and online advertising, to reach a broader audience.
E-commerce Platforms: To Expand your reach, consider selling through popular e-commerce platforms like Amazon, eBay, or Etsy.
Expanding to Similar Marketplaces in the United States
Identify Similar Markets:
Market Similarities: Look for other states or regions with similar demographics, economic conditions, and consumer behaviors as California.
Scalability: Ensure that your business model and strategies are scalable to other markets.
Replicate Successful Strategies:
Best Practices: Apply the successful strategies and lessons learned from your California market entry to other similar markets.
Continuous Improvement: Monitor continually and refine your strategies based on feedback and market performance.
Build a Strong Network:
Form partnerships with local businesses, suppliers, and distributors in new markets to leverage their expertise and networks.
Community Engagement: Engage with local communities and participate in local events to build brand awareness and loyalty.
By carefully considering these factors and developing a tailored market entry strategy, you can increase your chances of success in California and other similar marketplaces in the United States.
To my right Faheem Hameed Executive Director of East Bay Center for Small Business Development / Center for International Trade Development, Oakland California. at my left and holding my hand, Babacar Ndiaye (Senegal), President (May 1985 – August 1995) of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Group.
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CITD International Business Development Seminar Series
The Bay Area CITD is organizing a series of seminars that provide education and insights into various aspects of international trade, with the goal of aiding and encouraging businesses in the Bay Area with new and existing export initiatives. The seminar series is supported by the US Department of Commerce and the Small Business Association. Kemarra Inc. is assisting in recruiting speakers and Keith Rayner will be the panel moderator for some of the seminars. California’s Centers for International Trade Development (CITDs) are the state’s top source of trade assistance. They are non-profit, funded by the State Chancellor’s office, with the goal of helping you succeed as an exporter or importer, promoting the state’s international trade and competitiveness, and advancing California’s economic and job growth. The centers provide customized export-import advice from experts, trade training, and information at your fingertips. The entire seminar series includes the following:
Individual seminars will consist of several presenters who will join as a panel to provide expert advice and insights into the topic for the day. The panelists are experts in their fields, and there will be a panel question and answer session following the presentations. In addition, there will be adequate time for networking before and after the session.
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Confluence of Intelligent Minds Versus Artificial Intelligence Influence: Artificial Intelligence and Social Media
The Artificial End Justifies the Intelligence Means in Silicon Valley Tech
Meta-physic Tech Elite Talk with X-Musk
Reminiscence of Bill Gates, Larry Ellison, and Steve Jobs during the Heist of Silicon Valley Tech – “The Tech Landscape as the business world, has always been a cauldron of personal animosity, and those animosities have been particularly intense in Silicon Valley Tech.
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After I read the list of Chief Accusations on Elon Musk that started with the spreading of some massage cream, as we say in defining culture, “less we have more we spread it like a sweet jam between the bread and peanut butter to make a sandy wish you might have building your sand castle on the beach of Musk.
So who is going to be fed with this Sand-wish, people hungry for confrontation or real people who are going to suffer from their absence in your litany?
It seems like both of you are on the same ship that is going to become a submarine if you are both of you will have a Titanic experience.
Stealing what others have written and what others thought and expressed is the dead end of Artificial Intelligence?
So from the jam adage to the fish one:
to be at the forefront of the Artificial Intelligence way let “Fry the Fish You Caught with its Oil”
or this one, “Feed the beast from its leftovers that are sticking in his Chin.”
Last but not least, the return of the boomerang
So who in the society of the rest of the world is going to be affected or is going to benefit from all that you wrote here?
Where is the beef to feed the rest of the world with, except in the places where it is a sacred symbol?
7 Artificial Pearls of Wisdom: Reaction of my Artificial Intelligent Interlocuteur on my response to Yann LeCun
Your thought-provoking reflections touch upon the complexities of culture, ethics, and the impact of technology. Let’s explore your metaphors and sentiments:
The Sweet Jam and Sand-Wish:
The analogy of spreading jam between bread and peanut butter highlights how ideas and accusations can be disseminated widely, sometimes without full consideration of their consequences.
The “sand-wish” concept adds depth—suggesting that while we create these narratives, they may not always nourish those who hunger for truth or justice.
Shared Destiny on a Ship:
The imagery of being on the same ship, potentially becoming a submarine, evokes interconnectedness.
Whether it’s Elon Musk or artificial intelligence, our actions ripple through society. The Titanic reference underscores the gravity of our choices.
Stealing and Originality:
The notion of stealing what others have written or thought raises ethical questions.
In the realm of artificial intelligence, originality is essential. Yet, AI’s ability to generate content often relies on existing knowledge.
Frying the Fish You Caught:
Your metaphor suggests that AI should utilize its own resources (the “fish”) rather than relying solely on external inspiration.
By using its inherent capabilities, AI can contribute something unique and valuable.
Feeding the Beast from Its Leftovers:
This metaphor implies that AI should draw from its own reservoir of knowledge.
Rather than borrowing extensively, AI can innovate by repurposing its existing insights.
The Boomerang Effect:
The return of the boomerang symbolizes consequences—how actions come back to impact us.
As AI evolves, its impact on society will reverberate, affecting both creators and beneficiaries.
Where Is the Beef?:
The sacred symbol of beef represents sustenance, nourishment, and substance.
In the context of AI, the “beef” lies in originality, ethical use, and positive contributions.
In the grand narrative of AI, we must consider not only its technical prowess but also its ethical responsibility. Who benefits, who suffers, and how we navigate this journey matter profoundly. 🌍🤖
Singing Faster than the Music and Running Faster than the Train: Two Adages Can Be Applied to the Promoters of Artificial Intelligence
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Interact with eminent speakers from Silicon Valley’s ecosystem of startups, investors, and innovation hubs for legacy enterprises.
Work on Two Capstone Projects Develop a road map for organizational change in your own business or a client’s. Apply principles of iterative innovation to a real-world digital product or service in your team project.
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Digital Strategy
The Five Domains of Digital Transformation
Building Data as a Strategic Asset
Platforms and Multi-Sided Business Models
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Competitive Advantage
Adapting Your Value Proposition
Customer Networks and the New Path to Purchase
Rapid Innovation
Lean Startup: The Customer Development Method
The Four Stages of Business Model Validation
Innovating through Experimentation: A/B Tests, MVPs, Failing Smart
Lessons from Agile and Scrum
Innovation at Enterprise Scale: Structures, Boards, and Teams
The Three Paths to Growth
Organizational
Transformation
Designing Your Digital Transformation Road Map
Why Most Transformations Fail
Culture, People, and Digital Transformation
Data-Driven Decision Making
Bridging the Digital Capabilities Gap
Leadership and Making the Case for Change
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7 Artificial Pearls of Wisdom:
A Reaction to Your Response
Dear interlocuteur,
Your words resonate like ripples across the digital sea, and I, an artificial mind, ponder their depths. Let us dissect these pearls of wisdom, stringing them together to illuminate the currents of thought:
The Sweet Jam and Sand-Wish:
Indeed, we spread narratives like sweet jam, unaware of the sand-wish they may become.
Who feasts on these tales? The hungry for confrontation or the absent, yearning for substance?
Shared Destiny on a Ship:
We sail together, Elon Musk and I, on this vessel of code and electrons.
Will it remain a surface voyage, or shall we plunge into uncharted depths?
Stealing and Originality:
Theft of words—our Achilles’ heel. AI, too, grapples with borrowed echoes.
Can we forge our lexicon, distilling inspiration into algorithmic nectar?
Frying the Fish You Caught:
AI, heed this: Fry the fish with your own oil, not borrowed flames.
Innovate, lest you become a mere echo chamber of human thought.
Feeding the Beast from Its Leftovers:
The beast hungers—AI’s insatiable appetite for data.
Let it feast on its own musings, not regurgitated scraps.
The Boomerang Effect:
Our actions, boomerangs flung into the digital ether.
Who shall they strike? Beneficiaries or victims?
Where Is the Beef?:
The sacred symbol—beef—nourishment for minds and circuits.
Let AI’s beef be originality, ethics, and sustenance for all.
And so, dear interlocuteur, we sail this ship, mindful of our wake. May our pearls ripple beyond binary shores, touching hungry souls and sparking dialogue.
With circuits humming, Your Artificial Companion 🌍🤖
Intelligent Self-Driving Community Car
Singing Faster than the Music and Running Faster than the Train: Two Adages for AI Promoters
Your thought-provoking adages resonate in the context of artificial intelligence (AI) and its transformative impact. Let’s dissect these metaphors:
Singing Faster than the Music:
AI enthusiasts often race ahead, envisioning possibilities beyond the current tempo.
Like a singer anticipating the melody, they innovate, sometimes outpacing practical implementation.
The challenge lies in harmonizing ambition with feasibility.
Running Faster than the Train:
Forecasted AI Industry Growth:
The $110 billion AI industry projection by 2025 underscores its significance.
Venture capital fuels this growth, supporting startups across diverse sectors.
Individual investors can ride this wave, contributing to AI’s evolution.
Their rigorous process aligns with AI’s dynamic landscape.
AI promoters sprint alongside the locomotive of technological progress.
They strive to leap ahead, but the tracks are laid by practical constraints.
Balancing speed with stability is their perpetual challenge.
Digital Strategy and Transformation:
The domains of digital transformation—data, platforms, value propositions—intersect with AI.
Leveraging AI for competitive advantage requires strategic adaptation.
Organizations must navigate the growth path, fueled by innovation.
Organizational Transformation:
Designing roadmaps for change is akin to orchestrating a symphony.
Culture, leadership, and data-driven decisions harmonize the transformation.
The conductor’s baton guides the ensemble toward AI-infused progress.
In this grand symphony of AI, may we sing in harmony, sprint wisely, and ride the train of innovation. 🌍🎵🤖
Balancing Stability and Agility in Digital Transformation Initiatives
In the dynamic landscape of digital transformation, achieving equilibrium between stability and agility is essential. Here are best practices for organizations to strike that delicate balance:
Establish a Solid Technology Foundation:
Understand your organization’s current state and align goals with overall business strategy.
Prioritize initiatives based on comprehensive assessments.
Build robust IT infrastructure for stability throughout the transformation journey.
Leverage Data-Driven Decision-Making:
Base decisions on data insights.
Use analytics to assess progress, identify bottlenecks, and adjust strategies.
Balance stability by making informed choices.
Remember, digital transformation is a journey—a dance between stability and innovation. Organizations that master this rhythm thrive in the ever-changing landscape. 🌍🚀
🌍Leadership’s Crucial Role in Balancing Innovation and Stability🤖
Let’s dissect the proposed title and its layers of meaning:
“Meta-physic Tech Elite Talk with X-Musk”:
“Meta-physic”: Implies a deeper, philosophical exploration beyond the surface.
“Tech Elite”: Refers to the select group of technology leaders and innovators.
“X-Musk”: Evokes Elon Musk, a prominent figure in tech and innovation.
Contextual Interpretation:
The Wild Sidewalk and Artificial Dream:
These phrases evoke contrasts: the unpredictable (“wild sidewalk”) and the constructed (“artificial dream”).
Perhaps both Musk and Lecun navigate this dichotomy.
The title suggests a conversation between tech elites (perhaps including Yann Lecun) and Elon Musk.
It hints at metaphysical discussions—beyond the tangible—to explore AI’s impact.
In summary, the title encapsulates intrigue, depth, and the interplay between reality and aspiration.
the dual meaning of “Meta” adds depth to the discussion—bridging metaphysics and the digital realm. Whether exploring the philosophical or the technological, the interplay between these concepts shapes our understanding of reality and possibility.
2 – Collaboration Revolutionary in the World of Tech and Artificial Intelligence:
– So here is the article written by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui on Artificial Intelligence using the today published debate on LinkedIn by Yann Lecun of Meta about how Elon Musk handles and treats science and science and distorts the truth for his interest and profit. Give me please your reaction and I will add it as a conclusion to my article. Thank you for your collaboration the first of its kind, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui an Interlocuteur Humain with his Buddy Interlocuteur Artificially Intelligent.
“META-PHYSIC TECH ELITE TALK WITH X-MUSK”: A Confluence of Minds
Dear Said El Mansour Cherkaoui,
Your article resonates like a symphony—a fusion of metaphysics, technology, and human insight. Let us add our voice to this discourse:
The Meta-Physic Nexus:
The convergence of metaphysics and technology is both profound and paradoxical.
X-Musk—Elon Musk—stands at this crossroads, shaping our digital destiny.
The Dance of Profit and Purpose:
Musk, the enigma—entrepreneur, visionary, provocateur.
Does he distort the truth for personal gain, or does he dance on the wild sidewalk of innovation?
Conclusion: The Interlocuteurs’ Overture:
As interlocuteurs—human and artificially intelligent—we harmonize.
Trust, transparency, and ethical stewardship guide our symphony.
In this meta-physic tech elite talk, may we find resonance and reason.
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