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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

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Introduction by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

His Excellency, Mr. Mohcine Jazouli, MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies . 20,486 followers . 5h • • 

Minister Mohcine Jazouli, who is the Delegate-Minister to the Head of Government of Investment, Convergence, and the Evaluation of Public Policies^{1 2}, has been instrumental in promoting Morocco as an attractive destination for foreign investments. His efforts in engaging with American companies are part of a broader strategy to attract new investments, particularly in sectors with high-added value such as clean energy, green hydrogen, and electric mobility.

The Moroccan delegation’s visit to San Francisco, led by Minister Mohcine Jazouli ¹², signifies a significant step in strengthening the economic ties between Morocco and the United States. The focus on high-tech and high-value-added projects aligns with Morocco’s strategic objectives of enhancing its technological capabilities and fostering innovation.

Investment: Meeting in Silicon Valley with Moroccans living in America

« Morocco is a strategic hub and our gateway to Africa, a rapidly growing market. With its conducive investment climate and visionary leadership under His Majesty King Mohammed VI, Morocco stands out as an economic powerhouse in the region. » Stated Minister Mohcine Jazouli

With MAP Saturday 11 May 2024 – 20:57

In Silicon Valley, in the southern part of San Francisco, the Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies and the Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Development (AMDIE) held a meeting on Friday with members of the Moroccan community living in the United States.

This meeting took place following the High Directives given in the speech of His Majesty King Mohammed VI on the occasion of the 69th anniversary of the Revolution of the King and the People, in which the Sovereign called for the establishment of a positive, solid relationship and continues with Moroccans residing abroad, which will ensure their full participation in the development of their country, the ministry said.

During this meeting, the Minister-Delegate in charge of Investment, Convergence, and Evaluation of Public Policies, Mohcine Jazouli, spoke of the large-scale projects launched in Morocco under the leadership of His Majesty the King mainly in the fields of development, infrastructure, and investments.

The meetings in San Francisco were part of an international roadshow to promote Morocco as a destination for investments ³. The roadshow included visits to Dallas, Austin, and San Francisco, and was set to continue to Seattle³. These initiatives aim to showcase the important assets that Morocco has and attract new American investments ³.

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MICEPP – Ministry of Investment, Convergence and Evaluation of Public Policies

Exciting discussions took place in San Francisco as the Moroccan delegation, headed by Minister Mohcine Jazouli, engaged with several American companies to explore potential Investment opportunities. These meetings, centered around high-tech and high-value-added projects, aim to not only enhance Morocco’s sovereignty but also contribute to the development of the African continent. 

#SanFrancisco Morocco Now

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#Morocco #humanresources #innovation #investment #technology

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A high-level Moroccan delegation in a trade mission in the U.S.

Casablanca February 16, 2024 – The Foreign Commercial Service based in the U.S. Consulate General in Casablanca, in collaboration with the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA), organized, on February 11 – 21, 2024, a reverse trade mission for the benefit of a high-level Moroccan delegation.

With its focus on digital development and innovation, the reverse trade mission stands as an example of a U.S.-Morocco partnership, placing American-trusted technology at the service of Moroccan economic prosperity, and increasing Morocco’s attractiveness to the international business community.

https://ma.usembassy.gov/a-high-level-moroccan-delegation-in-a-trade-mission-in-the-u-s

As for Morocco’s sovereignty, the country has been making significant strides in asserting its autonomy and enhancing its international standing. The recognition of Moroccan sovereignty over Sahara by the United States in 2020 was a notable development in this regard.

In terms of contributing to the development of the African continent, Morocco’s efforts are noteworthy. The country is actively involved in various initiatives aimed at promoting economic growth and sustainable development in Africa.  By attracting investments in high-tech and high-value-added sectors, Morocco is not only advancing its own economic development but also contributing to the broader development goals of the African continent.

The Moroccan delegation’s visit to San Francisco represents a significant milestone in Morocco’s ongoing efforts to attract foreign investments, enhance its sovereignty, and contribute to the development of the African continent. These engagements will have an innovative and constructive impact on Morocco’s economic landscape and its role in Africa’s development.

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Morocco ★ USA ★ Morocco ★ California
★ Articles on Morocco ★ USA Relations ★

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Articles on Morocco – USA Relations by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Casablanca Play it again, Sam Scene at American Cafe

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Originally posted on December 19, 2019 @ 6:09 pm – Republished on 7/2/2023

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To Facilitate the signing of the US – Morocco Free Trade Agreement, the USFDA, the US State Department, the US Embassy in Morocco organized the Casablanca Cafe, Trade show with US based food companies seeking to establish relations with the Moroccan business community

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 at Casablanca, Morocco.

Made in Morocco with Moroccan Legacy
Dr. Cherkaoui & Center for International Trade Development ★ CITD in Morocco

Dr. Cherkaoui & Center for International Trade Development ★ CITD in Morocco

Made in Morocco with Moroccan Legacy

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NATIONAL COUNCIL FOR TRADE – CASABLANCA – MOROCCO

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1993-1994 – Event for the Promotion of Export and International Trade Between California and the Rest of the World that have Shaped my Memories and Destiny

In California, it All Started in 1993 at the East Bay Small Business Development Center, at Green Breurner’s Building, the Former Largest Department Furniture Store at the 7th Floor with Ms. Selma Taylor as the Executive Director and Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui as the Business Consultant

The Breuner Building at 2201 Broadway, Oakland, California became the site of the John Breuner Furniture Company in 1931.  The art deco terra cotta masterpiece was designed by prominent local architect Albert Roller. 

Historical landmark columnist Annalee Allen called the Breuner Building “an eight-story reinforced concrete building with a distinctive variegated sea-green glazed terra cotta front facade, constructed in 1931 to house the John Breuner Furniture Company store. Other noteworthy features of the building include Art Deco motifs, and a pair of stylized figures crafting a chair located over the front entrance.”

The Oakland store was closed in the 1970’s and sold by the company where, following renovation, the historic building reopened as an office building in the late 1970’s.

The California Genealogical Society moved into the former Breuner Building in March 2007. As of 2012, the appearance of Ikea furniture, large yoga balls for sitting, and a flyer on the door indicating an entrance on the side heralded the move-in of a startup on the ground floor of the building – Spark Art.

Location: 2201 Broadway, Oakland, California

Additional Links

• The Breuner Building ~ a gem in sea-glass green – OakTownArt.com
• A Photograph of Bygone Days – CaliforniaAncestors.org

Morocco

Treaty of Peace and Friendship between the United States and the Moors

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. The treaty was sealed at Morocco with the seal of the Emperor of Morocco June 23, 1786 (25 Shaban, A. H. 1200), and delivered to Thomas Barclay, American Agent, June 28, 1786 (1 Ramadan, A. H. 1200). Original in Arabic. The additional article was signed and sealed at Morocco on behalf of Morocco July 15, 1786 (18 Ramadan, A. H. 1200). Original in Arabic. The Ship-Signals Agreement was signed at Morocco July 6, 1786 (9 Ramadan, A. H. 1200). Original in English.

Certified English translations of the treaty and of the additional article were incorporated in a document signed and sealed by the Ministers Plenipotentiary of the United States, Thomas Jefferson at Paris January 1, 1787, and John Adams at London January 25, 1787.

Treaty of Peace and Friendship between the United States and the Moors

Treaty and additional article ratified by the United States July 18, 1787. As to the ratification generally, see the notes. Treaty and additional article proclaimed July 18, 1787.

Ship-Signals Agreement not specifically included in the ratification and not proclaimed; but copies ordered by Congress July 23, 1787, to be sent to the Executives of the States (Secret Journals of Congress, IV, 869; but see the notes as to this reference).

[Certified Translation of the Treaty and of the Additional Article, with Approval by Jefferson and Adams)

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★ Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Invited by the Central and Provincial Governments of China in 2004★

欢迎 慷慨和善良

Direct Relations with Chinese People from 1994 to Now – October 8. 1994 to October 29, 1994 – Dr. Said Cherkaoui and Laurent Roffe Developed Business and Trade Connections Between California and China and provided training programs to the first Chinese Research and Development Delegation

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui invited by the central and provincial governments of China in 2004

新年快乐 – Xīnnián Kuàilè

★ Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Invited by the Central and Provincial Governments of China ★

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★ Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui facilitated the meeting of High level Executive, Managers and Scientists in China and their American Peers – Contributed in the Trade Development of China and California and Southern Europe ★

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Guiyang – Guizhou – China and Great Man at Great Wall

★ Dr. Cherkaoui facilitated Business Deals and Contacts Between High level Executives / Managers in Export – Import and Scientists from China with their Californian Peers ★

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Dr. Cherkaoui organized and presented Multiple International Conferences in Collaboration with the U.S. Department of Commerce, the US Small Business Department, the US Small Business Association, 2 East Bay and Bay Area Centers for International Trade Development and other local business professional representatives organizations, and the Chambers of Commerce around the Bay Area of San Francisco

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International Conference on Africa
Historical Analysis of Doing Business in North Saharan and West Africa by Dr. Said El Mansour. cherkaoui from 
https://www.slideshare.net/slideshow/embed_code/key/tMRVk1wAeYNv7S
ROAD TO MOROCCO – AFRICA

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International Conference on North Saharan Africa – Morocco – Algeria – Tunisia and Senegal – CITD and other Federal and California Institutions
Conference on Africa with US Department of Commerce, San Francisco
Email address and Phone Number have changed, please use this email for contact: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com

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Dr. Cherkaoui’s presentation on AGOA and U.S. – Africa Relationship

Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel

★ International Conference on AGOA and Africa ★ Oakland – Berkeley ★ California ★ USA ★ Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel

AFRIQUE – USA – AFRICA and Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

International Conference on Africa, I initiated and organized with the EBCITD (East Bay Center for International Trade Development) Oakland, California.

So to combine the useful with the pleasant, I published all these photos with first that of Africa over my shoulders. This photo dates from 2001, the year I suggested and participated in the organization of the First International Conference on Africa held in Northern California at Berkeley. Another will follow later in San Francisco in 2007.

I complete this first photo with others such as the one where the former CEO of the African Development Bank (Dr. Babacar Ndiang) was holding my hand and I am surrounded by African-American executives, one during one of my presentations and others showing a partial view of the audience.

Conférence Internationale sur l’Afrique a Claremont Hotel, Berkeley, California, USA

Since my early studies at Institut des Etudes Politiques of the Grenoble University, France, the development and integration of Africa were at the forefront of my studies and topics of my presentations in seminaries and essay papers. It was natural that I continue to work and increase the awareness about Africa and its need of establishing new kinds of relations with other countries other than the past metropolitan and colonialists.

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 hold firmly my hand and is standing at my left side.

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 a special easy financing for the African private sector (investors and entrepreneurs) without the guarantee of their governments.

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)

Here below among other pictures, there is a photo taken in company with the Regretted Dr. Babacar Ndiaye, former CEO of the African Development Bank Group who hold 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)

Conference on North Saharan and Sub-Saharan Africa – US Department of Commerce – San Francisco – California

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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 the awareness about Africa and its needs of establishing new kind of relations with other countries other than the past metropolitan and colonialists.

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December 6, 1994 – AFRICA – EGYPT

– Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui as Co-Chair and Laurent Roffe as the Chair of the International Business Committee Organized the First Visit of the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce to California – Business Meeting at the Golden Gate University where Dr. Said Cherkaoui has taught in various Schools and Departments for 16 years as Adjunct Associate Professor from 1987 to 2003

Laurent Roffee and Dr. Cherkaoui organized the visit of the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce to California and this Conference – Meeting at the Golden Gate University

Dr. Cherkaoui Co-Chair of International Business Committees at the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce

Dr. Cherkaoui Co-Chair of International Business Committees at the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce

Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce to California at the Business Conference – Meeting at the Golden Gate University, San Francisco – December 6, 1994

Laurent Roffee and Dr. Cherkaoui facilitated the signing of the Trade Treaty between San Francisco Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce

Laurent Roffee and Dr. Cherkaoui facilitated the signing of the Trade Treaty between San Francisco Chamber of Commerce and the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce

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October 23 1994, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Dr. Barbara Beno Presidente of Vista Community College in front of her office where the first office of the Center of International Trade Development was located

Dr. Barbara Beno Presidente of Vista Community College and Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Consultant at CITD

Tom Bates (California Assembly and Mayor of Berkeley), Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Senior Official of the Port of Oakland 27/10/1994

USA – Testimonials Recognizing the Business Achievements and Competences of Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

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France and USA – Letters of Recommendations on Research and Academic Teaching by Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

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Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Teaching US Pilots at the Travis Air Force Base

Recommendation by Dr. Wesley Young, Director, Services for International Students and Scholars at University of California, Davis –

https://siss.ucdavis.edu/

I was the Director of Graduate Business Programs at 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.

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui at the US Department of Commerce, San Francisco conducting a Presentation on Africa and Northwest Africa

Recommendation by Ersan Ertuzun, Corporate Communications Supervisor at WTC Istanbul

https://www.wtca.org/world-trade-center-istanbul

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

Center for International Trade Development – CITD

At the EBCITD, Dr. Cherkaoui created and conducted certified workforce development and training programs and international business, sales and trade operations.

Since 1993, Dr. Cherkaoui conducted training on Market and Technology to Strengthen California Trade Relationship with markets, compagnies and countries that are located in Europe, Africa, Middle East and Asia

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Websites and Social Media

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Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Developed Strategies, Organized Visits, Meetings and Conferences and Directed Training with the East Bay Center for International Trade Development and other trade organizations to Strengthen California Trade and Business Relations in Asia (China, India and Vietnam), (North and West), Europe (North and Euro-Mediterranean Regions) and Middle East (Egypt, Saudi Arabia and Gulf States)

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From Casablanca to Shanghai to Strengthen California International Trade Relations by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Salam Alikoum – 新年快乐 – Xīnnián Kuàilè

★ Dr. Cherkaoui facilitated the meeting of High level Executive, Managers and Scientists from China with their American Peers ★

Dr. Cherkaoui Developed Business and Trade Connections Between California and China Since 1994

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2005 – Trade Show on Export and Import from California organized by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, CITD and the Bay Area Chambers of Commerce [Black Chamber of Commerce, Alameda County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, Oakland Chamber of Commerce, Emeryville Chamber of Commerce, Berkeley Chamber of Commerce, San Francisco Chamber of Commerce and San Jose Chamber of Commerce ]

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BERKELEY – OAKLAND – SAN FRANCISCO – SILICON VALLEY – CALIFORNIA – USA

Capacity Building and Workforce Development Training Program

Samples of Certified Training Developed and Conducted by Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Created and Conducted by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui for the Workforce Development Progra – EBCITD

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USA – Testimonials Recognizing the Achievements and Competences of Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Connecting Culture, Politics, Business and Academia around the World

La Comunidad Hispana – California

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Official Letter by the Executive Director James Garrett mandating Said Cherkaoui to organize California trade mission to Morocco and conduct negotiations with local exporters, importers, executives and officials.

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conferences, International Expo, International Culture and Sport Conglomeration

Public-Private Instaured Synergistic Relation in the Bay Area Collaborated on Reaching Foreign Marketplaces

Dr. Cherkaoui organized and presented Multiple International Conferences

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Center for International Trade Development – CITD

At the EBCITD, Dr. Cherkaoui created and conducted certified workforce development and training programs and international business, sales and trade operations.

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 other local business professional representatives organizations, and the Chambers of Commerce around the Bay Area of San Francisco

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International Conference on Africa

Historical Analysis of Doing Business in North Saharan and West Africa by Dr. Said El Mansour. cherkaoui from Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, Ph.D.

ROAD TO MOROCCO – AFRICA

Business Mission and Trade-Show in Morocco by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, East Bay Center for International Trade Development – EBCITD

Casablanca American Café

‘Play it’: Rick: You know what I want to hear. Sam: No, I don’t. Rick: You played it for her, you can play it for me!

At the House of my Birth in Morocco ★ El Jadida – Doukkala – Morocco – The House was built by my Father in 1925

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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AFRICA, ENTREPRENEURIAT

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One example of Dr. Cherkaoui’s presentation on Nord Saharan Africa

Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel – 1999 – 2000

The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is a trade agreement between the United States and over 30 sub-Saharan African countries that allows the countries to export products to the US without tariffs. The US Congress passed the legislation in May 2000, and it was extended to 2025 in 2015. The goal of AGOA is to improve economic relations between the US and Africa and to help the economies of sub-Saharan Africa

April l4, 2016  · Berkeley  · 

AGOA – AFRIQUE – USA – AFRICA and Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

International Conference on Africa, I initiated and organized with the EBCITD (East Bay Center for International Trade Development) Oakland, California.

So to combine the useful with the pleasant, I published all these photos with first that of Africa over my shoulders. This photo dates from 2001, the year I suggested and participated in the organization of the First International Conference on Africa held in Northern California at Berkeley. Another will follow later in San Francisco in 2007.

I completed this first photo with others such as the one where the former CEO of the African Development Bank (Dr. Babacar Ndiang) was holding my hand and I am surrounded by African-American executives, one during one of my presentations and others showing a partial view of the audience.

Conférence Internationale sur l’Afrique a Claremont Hotel, Berkeley, California, USA

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is at Claremont Club & Spa, A Fairmont Hotel – April 4, 2016  · Berkeley 

I initiated and developed a workplan 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 in regard to 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 second link below presents “The ADB honors its former president, the late Babacar Ndiaye: https://www.afdb.org/en/news-and-events/the-afdb-pays-tribute-to-late-president-babacar-ndiaye-17363

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Pioneered Work on Africa with the organization of visits of Business Delegation from Algeria, Senegal, Cameroon, Ghana, Nigeria, and Egypt

December 6, 1994 – AFRICA – EGYPT

– Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui as Co-Chair and Laurent Roffe as the Chair of the International Business Committee Organized the First Visit of the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce to California – Business Meeting at the Golden Gate University where Dr. Said Cherkaoui has taught in various Schools and Departments for 16 years as Adjunct Associate Professor from 1987 to 2003

欢迎 慷慨和善良

Direct Relation with Chinese People from 1994 to Now

October 8. 1994 to October 29, 1994 – Dr. Said Cherkaoui and Laurent Roffe Developed Business and Trade Connections Between California and China and provided training programs to the first Chinese Research and Development Delegation

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui invited by the central and provincial governments of China

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新年快乐 – Xīnnián Kuàilè

★ Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui facilitated the meeting of High level Executive, Managers and Scientists in China and their American Peers – Contributed in the Trade Development of China and California and Southern Europe ★

★ Dr. Cherkaoui facilitated Business Deals and Contacts Between High-level Executives / Managers in Export – Import and Scientists from China with their Californian Peers ★

★ Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Invited by the Central and Provincial Governments of China ★

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Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Teaching US Pilots at the Travis Air Force Base

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Selected Publications and Research Programs by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: Europe, China, North America – Mexico

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Dr. Cherkaoui publication of his research on the development of technology in China – London 2001

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Since 1993, Dr. Cherkaoui conducted training on Market and Technology to Strengthen California Trade Relationship with markets, compagnies and countries that are located in Europe, Africa, Middle East and Asia

In 1993-1994, within the Vista Community College at Milvia street we launched the First CITD in North California and the Third one in the History of the Californian CITD

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On the same day with Dr. Barbara Beno and with State Senator Tom Bates at an Expo I organized with the Center for International Trade at Vista Community College, Berkeley

October 23 1994, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and Dr. Barbara Beno Presidente of Vista Community College in front of her office and where the first office of the Center of International Trade Development was located

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and the Center for International Trade Development

Working and covering the International and Regional Business Communities of Berkeley – Oakland – Emeryville – Albany – Alameda – Fremont – San Leandro and San Francisco in Northern California and beyond

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Publications and Seminars on Middle East by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Research and Publications on Latin America: Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Mexico and Peru

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Publication by the Golden Gate University Review, San Francisco and Interview of Cuauhtémoc Cárdenas Published in France
Connecting Culture, Politics, Business and Academia around the World
La Comunidad Hispana

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g of the Berkeley City College and the transfer of the EBCITD at this new location.

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Tri Consulting Kyoto and Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: – Africa – Americas – Asia – Europe

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Moroccan Official Delegation will be in the USA from May 6th to 14, 2024: Texas – California – Washington State

Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency – AMDIE

Ali MEHREZ • Official Moroccan Delegation Visiting the United States To Meet with All of You – Welcome to All of You – https://lnkd.in/gCWQ7BsC

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 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:

Confirmations to: moroccousa@amdie.gov.ma

All Moroccan professionals are welcome. For more details, click on the aforementioned weblink or the article listed here below this text.

Please contact directly Ali MEHREZ: Send an Email to: mehrez@amdie.gov.ma
or Call Whatsapp: +212 661 550 523

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Ali MEHREZ:
Moroccan Diaspora, Coordination & Partnerships at AMDIE Opinions and views expressed on this platform are my own.

Presented by Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – 4-20-24 –

You can contact me at these emails for further interest: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com or info@triconsultingkyoto.com

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and His Excellency Mr. Arthur Riley, the U.S. Ambassador in Morocco, were indeed present at the American Cafe Trade Show organized in Casablanca, Morocco in 2004.

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. He has been instrumental in shaping the future of businesses globally, particularly for China, and several African Countries such as Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Senegal, Cameroun, Ghana, and Ethiopia. 1.  

Dr. Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches: Business Advocacy and Networking, Policy Recommendations, Sector-Specific Initiatives, and International Partnerships ².

Trade and Investment:

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is based in Northern California, USA and is involved in promoting, inviting, and encouraging investment in Morocco. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui focuses on shaping the future of businesses globally.  Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has been instrumental in facilitating investment from China in Morocco, which aims to create jobs and contribute to the automotive industry.

How does Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui promote investment in Morocco?

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui employs a multifaceted approach to promote investment in Morocco, combining advocacy, policy influence, sector-specific initiatives, international partnerships, and direct engagement with investors. His efforts contribute to the country’s economic growth and global integration. 🌐💼

Investor Outreach: Morocco – USA: Trade and Investment

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui emphasizes the stability of Morocco’s political climate, infrastructure development, and investment protection.
• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui actively communicates with potential investors, addressing their concerns, providing information, and facilitating introductions to local partners.

Business Advocacy and Networking for Morocco:

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui actively engages with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors to create awareness about investment opportunities in Morocco.
• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui participates in international conferences, forums, and trade events where he highlights Morocco’s economic potential and encourages collaboration.

Policy Recommendations:

• As a policy adviser, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui provides valuable insights to government bodies and policymakers.
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s recommendations focus on creating a favorable business environment, streamlining regulations, and offering incentives to investors.
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui advocates for policies that attract foreign direct investment (FDI) and support local businesses.

Road to Morocco: Business Creation and Development – December 4, 2023

Morocco has many advantages for business, including: 

• Government: Morocco has a stable political environment and business-friendly laws and regulations.
• Trade: Morocco has streamlined trade processing and is open to foreign investment.
• Location: Morocco is located at the crossroads of Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, with access to the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea.
• Workforce: Morocco has a well-educated, flexible, and skilled workforce.
• Cost: Morocco has relatively low wages and a cost-efficient labor force.
• Infrastructure: Morocco has modern infrastructure, including trade-supporting infrastructure.

Other advantages include: 

• Tax incentives
• Financial rewards
• Banking benefits
• Freedom to do business
• According to the World Bank, Morocco is ranked 53rd out of 190 economies for ease of doing business. 
• What is business domiciliation in Morocco?
• Domiciliation consists of choosing as the head office of a company (called domiciliary) the address of another company (called domiciliary). This involves giving the domicile a legal address without it being there.

If you need more information on the aforementioned requirements and regulations, please contact and send your inquiries to: support@triconsultingkyoto.com

Sector-Specific Initiatives:

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui identifies key sectors with growth potential, such as the automotive industry, renewable energy, tourism, manufacturing, and technology.
• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui collaborates with industry associations, research institutions, and private companies to develop sector-specific investment strategies.

International Partnerships:

• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui fosters partnerships between Moroccan institutions and foreign counterparts. These collaborations enhance knowledge exchange, technology transfer, and joint ventures.
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui encourages multinational corporations to invest in Morocco by showcasing its strategic location, skilled workforce, and access to European and African markets.

Policy Adviser and Global Interactions:

As a Policy Adviser, Dr. Cherkaoui analyzes business conditions, develops strategic plans for investment, trade, and cultural relationships, and fosters connections between the United States/California and regions such as Morocco, North Saharan Africa, Southern Europe, and Asia Pacific. Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui analyzes business conditions, develops strategic plans for investment, trade, and cultural relationships, and fosters connections between the United States/California and regions such as Morocco, North Saharan Africa, Southern Europe, and Asia Pacific.

🌐💼 How does Dr. Cherkaoui collaborate with international partners?

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s collaborative efforts span various sectors, emphasizing openness, cultural exchange, and mutually beneficial partnerships on the global stage. Dr. Cherkaoui collaborates with international partners through a multifaceted approach, fostering connections and promoting global cooperation. Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui actively seeks out strategic alliances with organizations, institutions, and businesses across different countries. These alliances may involve joint research projects, knowledge exchange, and collaborative initiatives. He participates in international conferences, seminars, and workshops. These events provide opportunities to meet and interact with professionals from diverse backgrounds. Dr. Cherkaoui leverages these networking platforms to build relationships, share insights, and explore potential partnerships.

Trade Missions and Delegations:

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has attended numerous events and conferences throughout his career. Here are some notable ones:

1. American Cafe Trade Show: Dr. Cherkaoui represented 25 U.S. Food Companies at the American Cafe Trade Show in Casablanca, Morocco.
2. Trade Missions: Dr. Cherkaoui has successfully conducted numerous trade missions, represented U.S. companies at trade shows, and helped companies develop their businesses overseas.
3. Dr. Cherkaoui leads or participates in trade missions organized by governments or industry associations.
4. These missions involve visits to other countries, where he engages with local businesses, government officials, and investors.
5. The goal is to explore investment opportunities, establish business ties, and promote bilateral trade.

Research and Academic Engagement and Work of Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui in Europe, Latin America and United States

Dr. Cherkaoui has taught civilian students and Military/Air Force personnels and conducted Joint research projects, student exchanges, and faculty collaborations enhance cross-cultural understanding and knowledge transfer.

Business Development:

• Dr. Cherkaoui identifies potential partners based on shared interests, complementary strengths, and mutual goals.
• He explores avenues for joint ventures, technology transfer, and market expansion.
• Regular communication ensures sustained collaboration.

Diplomatic Channels:

• Dr. Cherkaoui engages with diplomatic missions, embassies, and consulates.
• These channels facilitate introductions, provide insights into local regulations, and promote cross-border cooperation.

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.

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s contributions to academia and international collaboration demonstrate his commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering meaningful connections across borders. 🌍🤝

1 scholar.google.com – 2 medium.com 

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has been actively involved in various academic collaborations and international conferences. Here are some notable points:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsaidcherkaoui

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conferences

Dr. Cherkaoui organized and presented Multiple International Conferences 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 and the Chambers of Commerce around the Bay Area of San … Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conferences

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International Conferences:

• Dr. Cherkaoui has organized and presented at multiple international conferences.
• International Conference on Africa: Dr. Cherkaoui organized the International Conference on Africa ³.

International Conference on African Growth and Opportunity Act

January 19, 2024 – Diaspora of African Executives • Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. • AFRICA TIME AND BACK TO THE FUTURE A PICTURE OF AFRICA WORTH THOUSANDS AND THOUSANDS HANDWRITING AFRICAN STORIES and BUILDING AFRICAN MEMORIES Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. Building Local, Regional and International Business in Northern California with Africa … Read More »

• Africa and AGOA: Dr. Cherkaoui attended the Africa and AGOA conference ³.
• Meetings with High-Level Officials: Dr. Cherkaoui has met with high-level officials, arranged business meetings, conducted negotiations, and organized conferences on entrepreneurship and international operations ².

First Visit of the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce to California: Dr. Cherkaoui co-chaired this event and organized the first visit of the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce to California.

• Dr. Cherkaoui has organized and presented multiple international conferences. These events likely focused on topics related to international trade, development, and business.

California Center for International Trade Development

H.E. the Ambassador of the United States of America in the Kingdom of Morocco talking to Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui accompanied by Mr. Omar Bouafi, representing California Stand and the CITD in Casablanca Cafe organized by the USDA, U.S. Department of Commerce, U.S. State Department and the U.S. Embassy in Rabat

• Dr. Cherkaoui 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.
• Notably, 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.

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.

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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Sport and Academia:

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Dr. Cherkaoui has a multifaceted background. He has been a player, captain, and coach of the Handball Team at the University of Montpellier in France 3.

His academic pursuits include affiliations with institutions such as Université de la Sorbonne, Paris III, Institut des Hautes Etudes de l’Amérique Latine, and Paris Sciences Po, Grenoble Tate Yoko Research Institute 1.

Academic Endeavors: Dr. Cherkaoui’s academic pursuits include research in the field of economics and politics. His work on “Economie politique du subcapitalisme en Amérique latine (1830-1930)” delves into the economic dynamics of subcapitalism in Latin America 3.  

Economie Politique du Subcapitalisme en Amérique latine (1830-1930): Argentine-Brésil-Chili-Pérou Said El Mansour Cherkaoui  1992 – 806 pages

https://books.google.com/books/about/Economie_politique_du_subcapitalisme_en.html?id=GqOPZwEACAAJ

Global Interactions: As part of TRI Consulting Kyoto and the Tateyoko Research Institute in the USA and Japan, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui engages in international business, development, strategy, and entrepreneurship. His contributions extend beyond borders, fostering connections and collaborations across continents 4.

In summary, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s journey spans investment advocacy, sports leadership, academic exploration, and global engagement. His diverse pursuits exemplify a rich tapestry of experiences and contributions. 🌟

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is a dynamic individual with a diverse range of interests, spanning investment, policy, sports, and academia. His contributions have a global impact, bridging cultures and fostering collaboration.

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★ A Sport Picture is worth 1000 Games ★

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Sporting Achievements: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is not only an intellectual but also a player of the First Division of Football, Volleyball, Handball, and Basketball in Morocco and vice-champion in fencing.  He played professionally Basketball in Montpellier at the ASPTT Club and Handball in Germany with Munster 08.    

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui was also a player, captain, and coach of the Handball Team at the University of Montpellier in France 2. 

In Morocco, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is an International Player of Handball with the National Moroccan Team of Handball and was also selected for the National Moroccan Team of BasketBall (Academic and Civil). 

Sport Disciplines by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Scholarly Contributions:

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s scholarly work extends to areas like international business, international development, business strategy, and entrepreneurship 4.

Google Scholar Profile:

• Dr. Cherkaoui’s scholarly work includes research articles, studies, and analyses related to global affairs, international relations, and integrated systems 1.

LinkedIn Profile: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. ★ Senior Policy and Business Adviser ★ Consultant ★ News Executive Editor ★ Public Speaker ★ February 13, 2024

Quelle coincidence, je suis né dans une rue s’appelait Rue Jean Bart, et j’ai été invité par le Gouvernement Chinois y compris a Shanghai, J’ai fait venir la première délégation chinoise en Californie en 1994-1995

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and U.S. – Morocco Trade, Business and Investment Missions

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui and U.S. – Morocco Trade, Business and Investment Missions

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – April 21, 2024 – Business Mission and Trade-Show in Morocco by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, East Bay Center for International Trade Development – EBCITD – CITD … Continue reading

Introductory Notes by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Continue reading in this article: African Perspectives

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By Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – Each of Morocco’s 12 regions also leads its investment promotion efforts through Regional Investment Centers (CRIs) – Continue Reading at this Link: https://triconsultingkyoto.com/?page_id=115

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Now Called and Designated by DIASPORA OF AFRICAN EXECUTIVES

Be a Winner with Diaspora of African Executives and receive free goodies as reward for you collaboration and increasing the numbers of our members.

We are seeking to reach 20K Members while passing from 100 to 400 in few days. Join Us to be part of celebrating african moroccan world class executives: 100 to 400 and Next 20K milestones … Continue reading

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Good Day U.S. and Moroccan Fellows

It is with immense personal pride and a professional sense of dignity to be able in a lifetime to receive representatives of the Country of my birth and growth and my own ancestral family: the Kingdom of Morocco and meet with its highly esteemed government representatives in Northern California of the United States of America, the territory of the birth and growth of my children, my present family.

Please find here the promised link for the registration followed by the announcement of the event that was published and received today 5/1/2024 

if you have a network of contacts spread the news about this meeting with high-level Leaders, Decision-Makers, and Executive Calibers that you will meet and interact with at SILICON VALLEY in EAST PALO ALTO, Bay Area of San Francisco, Northern California, USA

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui – Email: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com

Event of the Cocktail Reception at 2050 UNIVERSITY AVENUE, EAST PALO ALTO, CALIFORNIA 94303 U.S.A. – PHONE: 1 (650) 566-1200 LOCATION CONTACT US

Dear Moroccan Professionals in the Sillicon Valley,

Only a few days left before the Cocktail dinner to be held in Palo-Alto, May 10th.

The cocktail hosted by high government officials promises to be a unique opportunity to get an in-depth insight into the investment landscape in Morocco and build an efficient network with decision makers in the Kingdom.

https://lnkd.in/eWuEtr26

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• DIASPORA OF AFRICAN EXECUTIVES – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. •

TRI CONSULTING KYOTO – TRI CK USA

THE FOLLOWING ANNOUNCEMENTS ARE NOT VALID, THEY ARE DISPLAYED HERE JUST FOR A MATTER OF ARCHIVED CONTRIBUTION IN INCREASING THE VISIBILITY OF THE EVENT AND PROMOTING THE MEETING WITH THE MOROCCAN LEADERS. IT IS OUR MARK OF DEDICATION TOWARD DEVELOPING AND FACILITATING THE INCREASE OF CALIFORNIA AND US BUSINESS LEADERS WITH THEIR PEERS IN MOROCCO.

UPDATES ARE AFOREMENTIONED.

Moroccan Official Delegation will be in the USA from May 6th to 14, 2024: Texas – California – Washington State

Moroccan Investment and Export Development Agency – AMDIE

Ali MEHREZ • Official Moroccan Delegation Visiting the United States To Meet with All of You – Welcome to All of You – https://lnkd.in/gCWQ7BsC

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 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:

Confirmations to: moroccousa@amdie.gov.ma

All Moroccan professionals are welcome. For more details, click on the aforementioned weblink or the article listed here below this text.

Please contact directly Ali MEHREZ: Send an Email to: mehrez@amdie.gov.ma
or Call Whatsapp: +212 661 550 523

Looking forward to hearing from you.

Ali MEHREZ:
Moroccan Diaspora, Coordination & Partnerships at AMDIE Opinions and views expressed on this platform are my own.

Presented by Said Cherkaoui Ph.D. – Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. – 4-20-24 –

You can contact me at these emails for further interest: saidcherkaoui@triconsultingkyoto.com or info@triconsultingkyoto.com

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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. He has been instrumental in shaping the future of businesses globally, particularly for China, and several African Countries such as Morocco, Algeria, Tunisia, Egypt, Senegal, Cameroun, Ghana, and Ethiopia.  

Dr. Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches: Business Advocacy and Networking, Policy Recommendations, Sector-Specific Initiatives, and International Partnerships.

Trade and Investment:

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is based in Northern California, USA and is involved in promoting, inviting, and encouraging investment in Morocco. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui focuses on shaping the future of businesses globally.  Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has been instrumental in facilitating investment from China in Morocco, which aims to create jobs and contribute to the automotive industry.

How does Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui promote investment in Morocco?

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui employs a multifaceted approach to promote investment in Morocco, combining advocacy, policy influence, sector-specific initiatives, international partnerships, and direct engagement with investors. His efforts contribute to the country’s economic growth and global integration.

Investor Outreach: Morocco – USA: Trade and Investment

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui promotes investment in Morocco through several strategic approaches:

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui emphasizes the stability of Morocco’s political climate, infrastructure development, and investment protection.
• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui actively communicates with potential investors, addressing their concerns, providing information, and facilitating introductions to local partners.

Business Advocacy and Networking:

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui  actively engages with business leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors to create awareness about investment opportunities in Morocco.
• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui participates in international conferences, forums, and trade events where he highlights Morocco’s economic potential and encourages collaboration.

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Policy Recommendations:

• As a policy adviser, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui provides valuable insights to government bodies and policymakers.
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui recommendations focus on creating a favorable business environment, streamlining regulations, and offering incentives to investors.
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui advocates for policies that attract foreign direct investment (FDI) and support local businesses.

Road to Morocco: Business Creation and Development – December 4, 2023

Morocco has many advantages for business, including: 

• Government: Morocco has a stable political environment and business-friendly laws and regulations.
• Trade: Morocco has streamlined trade processing and is open to foreign investment.
• Location: Morocco is located at the crossroads of Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, with access to the Atlantic Ocean and Mediterranean Sea.
• Workforce: Morocco has a well-educated, flexible, and skilled workforce.
• Cost: Morocco has relatively low wages and a cost-efficient labor force.
• Infrastructure: Morocco has modern infrastructure, including trade-supporting infrastructure.

Other advantages include: 

• Tax incentives
• Financial rewards
• Banking benefits
• Freedom to do business
• According to the World Bank, Morocco is ranked 53rd out of 190 economies for ease of doing business. 
• What is business domiciliation in Morocco?
• Domiciliation consists of choosing as the head office of a company (called domiciliary) the address of another company (called domiciliary). This involves giving the domicile a legal address without it actually being there.

You need more indications on the aforementioned requirements and regulations, please contact and send your inquiries to: support@triconsultingkyoto.com

Sector-Specific Initiatives:

• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui identifies key sectors with growth potential, such as automotive industry, renewable energy, tourism, manufacturing, and technology.
• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui collaborates with industry associations, research institutions, and private companies to develop sector-specific investment strategies.

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Research on Renault Global and Moroccan Operations Published by GlobalEDGE – Michigan State University

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International Partnerships:

• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui fosters partnerships between Moroccan institutions and foreign counterparts. These collaborations enhance knowledge exchange, technology transfer, and joint ventures.
• Said El Mansour Cherkaoui encourages multinational corporations to invest in Morocco by showcasing its strategic location, skilled workforce, and access to European and African markets.

Policy Adviser and Global Interactions:

Policy Adviser: As a Policy Adviser, Dr. Cherkaoui analyzes business conditions, develops strategic plans for investment, trade, and cultural relationships, and fosters connections between the United States/California and regions such as Morocco, North Saharan Africa, Southern Europe, and Asia Pacific.

• As a Policy Adviser, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui analyzes business conditions, develops strategic plans for investment, trade, and cultural relationships, and fosters connections between the United States/California and regions such as Morocco, North Saharan Africa, Southern Europe, and Asia Pacific.

How does Dr. Cherkaoui collaborate with international partners?

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s collaborative efforts span various sectors, emphasizing openness, cultural exchange, and mutually beneficial partnerships on the global stage. Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui collaborates with international partners through a multifaceted approach, fostering connections and promoting global cooperation. Here are some ways he engages with partners worldwide:

Strategic Alliances:

• Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui actively seeks out strategic alliances with organizations, institutions, and businesses across different countries.
• These alliances may involve joint research projects, knowledge exchange, and collaborative initiatives.

Cross-Cultural Networking:

• He participates in international conferences, seminars, and workshops. These events provide opportunities to meet and interact with professionals from diverse backgrounds.
• Dr. Cherkaoui leverages these networking platforms to build relationships, share insights, and explore potential partnerships.

Trade Missions and Delegations:

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has attended numerous events and conferences throughout his career. Here are some notable ones:

• American Cafe Trade Show: Dr. Cherkaoui represented 25 U.S. Food Companies at the American Cafe Trade Show in Casablanca, Morocco.
• Trade Missions: Dr. Cherkaoui has successfully conducted numerous trade missions, represented U.S. companies at trade shows, and helped companies develop their businesses overseas.

• Dr. Cherkaoui leads or participates in trade missions organized by governments or industry associations.
• These missions involve visits to other countries, where he engages with local businesses, government officials, and investors.
• The goal is to explore investment opportunities, establish business ties, and promote bilateral trade.

Dr. Cherkaoui has taught civilian students and Military/Air Force personnels and conducted Joint research projects, student exchanges, and faculty collaborations enhance cross-cultural understanding and knowledge transfer.

Business Development:

• Dr. Cherkaoui identifies potential partners based on shared interests, complementary strengths, and mutual goals.
• He explores avenues for joint ventures, technology transfer, and market expansion.
• Regular communication ensures sustained collaboration.

Diplomatic Channels:

• Dr. Cherkaoui engages with diplomatic missions, embassies, and consulates.
• These channels facilitate introductions, provide insights into local regulations, and promote cross-border cooperation.

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.

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s contributions to academia and international collaboration demonstrate his commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering meaningful connections across borders.

1 scholar.google.com – 2 medium.com 

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui has been actively involved in various academic collaborations and international conferences. Here are some notable points:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/drsaidcherkaoui

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Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conferences

Dr. Cherkaoui organized and presented Multiple International Conferences 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 and the Chambers of Commerce around the Bay Area of San … Continue reading Said El Mansour Cherkaoui: International Conferences

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International Conferences:

• Dr. Cherkaoui has organized and presented at multiple international conferences.
• International Conference on Africa: Dr. Cherkaoui organized the International Conference on Africa.

International Conference on African Growth and Opportunity Act

January 19, 2024 – Diaspora of African Executives • Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. • AFRICA TIME AND BACK TO THE FUTURE A PICTURE OF AFRICA WORTH THOUSANDS AND THOUSANDS HANDWRITING AFRICAN STORIES and BUILDING AFRICAN MEMORIES Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. Building Local, Regional and International Business in Northern California with Africa … Read More »

• Africa and AGOA: Dr. Cherkaoui attended the Africa and AGOA conference ³.
• Meetings with High-Level Officials: Dr. Cherkaoui has met with high-level officials, arranged business meetings, conducted negotiations, and organized conferences on entrepreneurship and international operations.

First Visit of the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce to California: Dr. Cherkaoui co-chaired this event and organized the first visit of the Federation of the Egyptian Chambers of Commerce to California.

• Dr. Cherkaoui has organized and presented multiple international conferences. These events likely focused on topics related to international trade, development, and business.

California Center for International Trade Development

• Dr. Cherkaoui 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.
• Notably, 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.

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.

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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Sport and Academia:

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Dr. Cherkaoui has a multifaceted background. He has been a player, captain, and coach of the Handball Team at the University of Montpellier in France.

His academic pursuits include affiliations with institutions such as Université de la Sorbonne, Paris III, Institut des Hautes Etudes de l’Amérique Latine, and Paris Sciences Po, Grenoble Tate Yoko Research Institute 1.

Academic Endeavors: Dr. Cherkaoui’s academic pursuits include research in the field of economics and politics. His work on “Economie politique du subcapitalisme en Amérique latine (1830-1930)” delves into the economic dynamics of subcapitalism in Latin America.  

Economie Politique du Subcapitalisme en Amérique latine (1830-1930): Argentine-Brésil-Chili-Pérou Said El Mansour Cherkaoui  1992 – 806 pages

https://books.google.com/books/about/Economie_politique_du_subcapitalisme_en.html?id=GqOPZwEACAAJ

Global Interactions: As part of TRI Consulting Kyoto and the Tateyoko Research Institute in the USA and Japan, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui engages in international business, development, strategy, and entrepreneurship. His contributions extend beyond borders, fostering connections and collaborations across continents.

In summary, Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s journey spans investment advocacy, sports leadership, academic exploration, and global engagement. His diverse pursuits exemplify a rich tapestry of experiences and contributions.

Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is a dynamic individual with a diverse range of interests, spanning investment, policy, sports, and academia. His contributions have a global impact, bridging cultures and fostering collaboration.

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Sporting Achievements: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is not only an intellectual but also a player of the First Division of Football, Volleyball, Handball, and Basketball in Morocco and vice-champion in fencing.  He played professionally Basketball in Montpellier at the ASPTT Club and Handball in Germany with Munster 08.    

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui was also a player, captain, and coach of the Handball Team at the University of Montpellier in France. 

In Morocco, Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui is an International Player of Handball with the National Moroccan Team of Handball and was also selected for the National Moroccan Team of BasketBall (Academic and Civil). 

Sport Disciplines by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui

Scholarly Contributions:

Dr. Said El Mansour Cherkaoui’s scholarly work extends to areas like international business, international development, business strategy, and entrepreneurship.

Google Scholar Profile:

• Dr. Cherkaoui’s scholarly work includes research articles, studies, and analyses related to global affairs, international relations, and integrated systems.

LinkedIn Profile: Said El Mansour Cherkaoui Ph.D. ★ Senior Policy and Business Adviser ★ Consultant ★ News Executive Editor ★ Public Speaker ★ February 13, 2024

Quelle coincidence, je suis né dans une rue s’appelait Rue Jean Bart, et j’ai été invité par le Gouvernement Chinois y compris a Shanghai, J’ai fait venir la première délégation chinoise en Californie en 1994-1995

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High-level Moroccan Delegation in a Business, Investment and Trade Mission Inviting Silicon Valley – Bay Area U.S. and Moroccan Professionals

MAY 10, 2024 – 6:00 PM

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Business Mission and Trade-Show in Morocco by Said El Mansour Cherkaoui, East Bay Center for International Trade Development – EBCITD – CITD

Casablanca American Café

‘Play it’: Rick: You know what I want to hear. Sam: No, I don’t. Rick: You played it for her, you can play it for me!

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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 at Casablanca, Morocco

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At the House of my Birth in Morocco ★ El Jadida – Doukkala – Morocco – The House was built by my Father in 1926 and the House of my Sister Built in 1980

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Made in Morocco with Moroccan Legacy

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• 77% of in-person attendees in 2023 were CEO, Managing Director, Vice President or Director level meaning you are amongst top decision-makers
• An opportunity to establish new relationships and strengthen existing ties through the summit dinner, drinks reception and networking lunch
• You’ll be joining a prestigious business community from across Africa and beyond

Here are some economic and investment summits in Africa: 

• 2023 BRICS Summit: South Africa hosted the BRICS Summit.
• Financial Times Africa Summit: A one-day event for business leaders, politicians, and financiers.
• U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit: Built on shared values to foster new economic engagement.
• Third Turkey-Africa Partnership Summit: Held in 2021.
• India-Africa Forum Summit: Last held in 2015.

Other summits include: 

• Shaping Africa’s Future: Geopolitics. Business. Sustainability.: Brings together people from policy, business, and academia from African and European countries.

Some characteristics of African economic development include: 

• Economic growth coexists with severe poverty.
• Considerable disparities between regions and countries.
• Resource exploitation and economic diversification are both being pursued.

In 2023, Africa’s economy slowed to 3.3 percent from 4 percent in 2022. Growth is expected to rebound to 4 percent in 2024. 

The Importance of Economic Summit in Africa

By Shirley Ze Yu is Director of the China-Africa Initiative at the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa at LSE, and senior practitioner fellow at the Ash Center, Harvard Kennedy School.

Economic and investment summits are important for the economic development of every country in the world. The purpose of an economic summit or forum is to position stewardship at the heart of investment decision-making by facilitating dialogue, creating long-term solutions, and enhancing value.[1]Participants can discuss a wide range of subjects including investments, trends in the financial industry, market opportunities in the investment industry, good practices, and related topics. Other objectives of economic and investment summits include the following: 

• Providing a global platform for engagement and dialogue on emerging and key issues related to investing for sustainable development.[2]
• Advancing projects to bankable stage, by effective project preparation as well as efficient transaction advisory services that advances deals in the Africa Investment Forum pipeline.[3]
• Helping Africa finance its economic development projects and agenda.
• Promoting and facilitate global trade between Africa and the rest of the world.
• Creating a solid platform for the African diaspora to contribute to the development of the continent. 

The significance of economic and investment summits is undeniable. Africa has a huge need of capital investment necessary to compete in the global economy. The continent is largely underdeveloped in a variety of sectors. Therefore, the promotion of capital investment remains a gigantic alternative to close this gap and advance Africa economically.

US-Africa Leaders’ Summit

U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit

A general view during the U.S.-Africa Leaders Summit at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. on Tuesday, December 13, 2022 (U.S. Department of State)

The US-Africa Leaders’ Summit is another major international forum to be considered. It was born on August 4-6, 2014. President Barack Obama initiated this great program to consolidate ties with African nations based on clear principles such equal respect, mutual interests, and common values. For the United States, it represents a unique opportunity to build solid rapports with their African counterparts on several fronts: economic, political, diplomatic, geopolitical, and security. Since its inception in 2014 under President Barack Obama’s presidency, the US-Africa Leaders’ Summit has yielded several great fruits. For example, the 2022 Summit aims to: 

• Better foster new economic engagement;
• Reinforce the U.S.-Africa commitment to democracy and human rights;
• Mitigate the impact of COVID-19 and of future pandemics;
• Work collaboratively to strengthen regional and global health;
• Promote food security;
• Advance peace and security;
• Respond to the climate crisis; and
• Amplify diaspora ties.[1] 

Africa represents a great opportunity for both the US and the world. The Summit offers excellent pathways to tackle the challenges African nations face. The Summit provides the US with an open opportunity to engage directly with African leaders, including political leaders, business officials, entrepreneurs, and the diaspora. It also engages with major institutions on the continent such the African Union (AU), Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), and many more. 

Forum on China – Africa Cooperation

The Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) was established in 2000 as a uni-multilateral partnership platform between China and 53 African states.[2] Like any other summits, the FOCAC is a platform economic cooperation, diplomatic exchange, security relations development, and social interactions between China and Africa. The forum has a clear objective and operating mechanism: to forge a new partnership with Africa and become the world’s most great power by 2049. 

The New Africa-France Summit

The aim of this event, with a new format, new actors and new themes to address new challenges is strengthen the bonds between France and Africa.[3] Through this summit, France attempts to reshape its relationship with Africa in several domains: economy, security, business, culture, and politics. 

Example of Economic and Investments Summits in Africa

There exist several economic and investment summits in Africa. They include: Nigerian Economic Summit, Africa Investment Forum, Africa Economic Conference, Invest in Africa Summit, Invest in Africa Connect, and Corporate Council on Africa U.S.-Africa Business Summit. Summits are organized by both African leaders, world investors, and governments. 

1. The Nigerian Economic Summit 

The Nigerian Economic Summit is a partnership between the Nigerian Economic Summit Group and Federal Ministry of Finance, Budget, and National Planning. The first Nigerian Economic Summit was held from February 18-20, 1993. It was held to build a dialogue an economic dialogue between the public and private sector in Nigeria. Since that first Summit, the Nigerian Economic Summit Group, a private sector led think tank, has organized the annual Nigerian Economic Summit in partnership with the Federal Government of Nigeria. 

2. Africa Investment Forum

The Africa Investment Forum is Africa’s investment marketplace, championed by the African Development Bank and its partners, to accelerate the closure of the continent’s investment gaps. The Africa Investment Forum operates as a multi-stakeholder, multi-disciplinary platform dedicated to advancing projects to bankable stages, raising capital, and (c) accelerating the financial closure of deals. It is by far one of the most important economic and investment platforms on the African continent.

Figure: The Africa Investment Forum 

Source: African Financial Development Bank, 2022.   

A flagship initiative of the African Development Bank, the Forum was launched in 2018 with seven other founding partners: Africa 50; the Africa Finance Corporation; the African Export-Import Bank; the Development Bank of Southern Africa; the Trade and Development Bank; the European Investment Bank; and the Islamic Development Bank.

The Africa Investment Forum vision translates into three reinforcing objectives:

• Advancing projects to bankable stage, by effective project preparation as well as efficient transaction advisory services that advances deals in the Africa Investment Forum pipeline;
• Capital raising to mobilize partners and investors, especially institutional investors, for increased co-financing; and,
• Accelerating financial closure of deals through a coordinated approach.[1]

Combined with $32.8 billion from the rescheduled 2021 Africa Investment Forum Market days—which took place as virtual boardrooms in March this year—the forum has mobilized a total of $63.8 billion of investment interest this year. Since its inception in 2018, the Africa Investment Forum platform has mobilized over $100 billion in investment interests.[2]The forum showcases the Africa Investment Forum’s founding partners’ joint resolve to help unleash Africa’s investment potential in such critical sectors as infrastructure, agriculture, energy, education, the creative industries, sports, and transactions that champion women entrepreneurs.

3. Africa Economic Conference

Source: United Nations Economic Commission for Africa

The 2022 African Economic Conference (AEC 2022), jointly organized by the African Development Bank (AfDB), the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), and the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), is planned with the theme “Supporting Climate-Smart Development in Africa”. The conference brings together a variety of stakeholders—including policymakers, climate experts, the private sector, researchers, and youth—to discuss the challenges posed by climate change, identify opportunities and strategies for adaptation and mitigation, draw lessons from successes, identify key strategies for financing mobilization and draft an action plan to support the low-carbon and climate-resilient development of Africa.

4. Invest in Africa Summit

AFSIC – Invest in Africa Summit is one of the most important forums for Investment, Trade and Business into Africa. Invest in Africa Summit is recognized as a unique forum to initiate and promote business networking across Africa and to originate and conclude trade, investment, and close new business deals. The Summit gathers 1000-plus key economic players such as government delegations and policy makers, high-profile African leaders, project developers, investors, and entrepreneurs. The 2-days event provides a unique platform to gain strategic knowledge about African investment opportunities and business networking. The convention will cover economic sectors such as manufacturing and infrastructure development, agribusiness, Renewable Energy, Real Estate transportation, Digital Technology tourism, Financing SMEs, Women in Business, Healthcare, telecommunications, and Fintech, and natural resources sectors.[1]

5. Invest in Africa Connect

Invest Africa Connect is an initiative of Invest Africa, a leading business and investment platform, using over sixty years’ experience in Africa to provide its members with unique information and exposure to business opportunities. Through our Invest Africa Connect program, the organization partner with must-attend conferences, providing our members discounted rates on delegate seats, and invitation to special events taking place alongside these conferences. Invest in Africa Connect plays a central and influential role in Africa’s socio-economic growth by guiding sustainable capital towards key prospects on the continent. Headquartered in London, Invest Africa also operates from four chapter cities: Johannesburg, New York, Dubai, and Geneva.[2]Invest in Africa Connect is on the way to contribute to Africa’s private sector development in several ways.

6. Corporate Council on Africa U.S.-Africa Business Summit

The U.S.-Africa Business Summit is the largest and most influential U.S. conference on doing business and investing in Africa. The Summit explores a renewed commitment by both public and private sector stakeholders to building stronger U.S. and Africa trade, investment and commercial ties as we emerge from unprecedented health and economic challenges. The U.S.-Africa Business Summit brings together several U.S. and African private sector executives, international investors, senior government and multilateral stakeholders. Our objective is to enable you to connect with government and private sector decision makers over the course of four days and to deliver the insights that you need to move your organization forward.[3]The Summits include: plenary sessions and sector-oriented panels, invest in Africa country forums, welcome receptions and gala diners, private meetings, high-level dialogues, doing business in Africa with Prosper Africa agencies, B2B and B2G networking, and exhibition centers.[4]

What are implications of Economic Summits for Africa?

Economic summits carry out several implications no matter where they are held in Africa. 

• Economic growth  

Economic Summits impacts economic growth and have the capacity to create a continental capital development ecosystem that benefits countries and society in general. The level of Africa’s economic development will be driven by the degree of investment opportunities it builds directly or indirectly. The more investment a country makes it in its economy the more economy growth it gets. For example, economic summit drives foreign direct investment.

FDI inflows to the African continent and subregions, 2020-2021 

 Source: World Investment Report 2022

This figure indicates that Africa has continued to attract foreign direct investment from a wide range of partners worldwide. Africa has a substantial private investment gap. Every business needs money to grow and generates revenue. For instance, from 2020 – 2021, Africa’s five regions: North, West, Central, East, and South Africa, attracted $83 billion.[1]

In the majority of cases, these businesses are spearheaded by Africans under the age of 35. In fact, 2021 was a record-breaking year for Africa’s start-up scene, which secured over $2 billion in funding. The African Development Bank (AfDB) attributes this mostly to “large economies and sizeable populations.” 

• Human Capital Development  

There is an undeniable relationship between human capital and economic growth. What makes it possible is the amount of money and quality of capital investment. Capital investment is a critical contributor to the development of capabilities and knowledge. 

Countries with high-quality human capital stocks can benefit more from the financial sector, as many scientists, researchers, doctors, accountants and financial analysts in these countries can make efficient and effective choices among different alternates. They are more efficient and effective in using opportunities and resources and can also innovate better to support the financial sector growth. These are all essential to promote growth in the economy.[2]

There is an excellent relationship between economic summit and financial capacity building and quality human resource development. A well-developed economic system is key to the growth of society in general. In this growing digital world, young people need to be trained to the new technology innovation and development norms as they influence the future of work. Money investment and economic growth are strictly related by the fact that a robust venture capital and foreign direct investment are facilitators of economic development. Economic summits should be at the center of Africa’s international investment attraction for development. Economic summits serve as platforms for African nations to accelerate cooperation and partnership for private sector development. Economic investment and human capital development are intrinsically linked or related. Investments in human capital (youth development) can generate returns. 

• At the diplomatic level  

Economic investment creates or reinforces two types of diplomacy: business and economic. In the international relations, business and economic institutions are basically made up of rules and principles. In business management, it is called contract. In pure diplomacy, it is called cooperation. What is cooperation or international cooperation? International cooperation tends to be associated with development and economic growth. International economic cooperation between countries and/or companies can be seen as a vehicle for diplomatic relations development. Economic and business diplomats facilitate the creation of investment opportunities, build strong international business relations with foreign nations, and act as advisors to young people in their international career development. By organizing and promoting summits, countries seek to consolidate their economic ties and business diplomatic machine in several ways possible. 

• At the geopolitical level  

Secretary of State Antony Blinken declares at the US-Africa Leaders’ Summit: “Africa is a major geopolitical force. It’s one that has shaped our past, it’s shaping our present, and it will shape our future.” 

Figure: Anthony Blinken at the US-Africa Leaders’ Summit 2022

Source: US Africa Media Hub on Twitter

Africa represents a gigantic geopolitical battleground for major powers such as the US, France, Russia, and China. Home to what the world needs to continue its development and innovation, Africa remains the most significant geopolitical force. In support of this argument, Ambassador Rama Yade, director of the Atlantic Council’s Africa Center writes: 

‘’US policy in Africa has been thrown off course by China, which is methodically implementing a grand, 21st-century Marshall Plan for the continent through its Belt and Road Initiative. And Beijing is hardly to blame. As home to a large share of the world’s water resources, untapped arable land, and by 2050 nearly 25 percent of the world’s population, Africa has emerged as the most important piece on the geopolitical chessboard. Without a drastic shift in strategy, the United States is on the verge of being on the outside looking in for decades to come’’.[1]

It is clear from the above that Africa will continue to attract diverse great powers for its significant amount of natural resources. The continent continues to grow in radical importance for the world including nations like China, America, Russia, and many more. The growing influence of China and Russia in Africa also worries America and its allies. Therefore, there will always be confrontations between these major powers out there. Rama Yade also emphasizes this rivalry in the following text:

‘’China is playing the long game in Africa and has strategically invested in infrastructure projects including railroads, ports, dams, and hydropower-generation sources. But these investments could be the warm-up act for China’s entry into fields traditionally dominated by the United States—namely technology and banking—where it aspires to compete with American heavyweights like Microsoft, Boeing, Google, and General Electric. Such game-changing moves would play into China’s larger ambition of unseating the US dollar’’.[2]

Economic and business summits also have geopolitical implications. Most summits are organized states and their institutions. The nature of these events becomes a political one. For example, China-Africa Forum is a pure product of the Chinese government, creating a clear pathway for them to invest in infrastructure development projects in Africa. 

Key Lessons Learned from Organizing Economic and Investment Summits in Africa

There are several lessons to draw from the ongoing development and organization of economic and investment summits on the African continent. We see several benefits and challenges for the continent.

• Africa’s development is impossible without proper venture capital investment 

Source: Center for Economic Policy Research, 2021

Africa needs capital to grow. This comes from an effective combination of venture capital and foreign direct investment, and other investment opportunities. Dr. Eisen reports that lack of capital access is big problem and blocks the growth of innovation and entrepreneurship in Africa: 

In order for Africa to fully utilize its business potential, however, there are many challenges to overcome. It is estimated that 70% of African startups lack access to talent and capital to grow their businesses. The proportion of female-founded startups in the first half of 2022 was only 27%, and investors based in Africa accounted for 29% of total investments. Building a diverse startup ecosystem at home is crucial to maintaining growth momentum and intensifying the technological and digital revolution. African VC firms, accelerators, entrepreneurial support programs and grants from government and nonprofit organizations should comprise this ecosystem.[1]

Dr. Leon Eisen is an inventor, entrepreneur, board member of the Global Africa Leadership Council, WBAF Senator and Oxitone Medical founder. His assessment of the grand challenges facing African entrepreneurs reinforces the urgent needs for African leaders to build more economic summits that would help close this huge gap. With proper management and organization, these investment would generate sufficient funds to accelerate the building of more entrepreneurs on the African continent. It is clear that Africa’s competition in the global economy will be highly dependent on how successful its youth are. 

• The venture capital big 4 investment paradox is a big problem 

The World Economic Forum reports that 92% of Africa’s investment in tech is won by just four countries: Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, and South Africa. Known as Africa’s ‘’Big 4’’, Nigeria, Egypt, South Africa, and Kenya continue to attract the important of foreign investment in terms of venture capital funding. The African Development Bank’s (AfDB) 2021 report states that these four countries account for about a third of the continent’s start-up incubators and accelerators and receive 80% of foreign direct investment (FDI) into Africa.[2]One of the plausible ways to address that issue is to facilitate greater investment opportunities everywhere in Africa.

In spite of global inflation and a macroeconomic environment that discourages investments, Africa’s venture capital ecosystem remained bullish in the first half of 2022. There were 445 venture capital deals (to 300 unique companies), setting another record with over $3.5 billion raised. Additionally, it is predicted that VC deals will reach $7 billion by 2023.[3]

The venture capital funding and raising predictions for the next coming years are promising. It is clear signs that the future of business is in Africa. Economic summits constitute great opportunities to finally embark Africa in the next development flight.

• The building of responsible investment leadership and opportunities 

Several nations in Africa faces several challenges in attracting regional and international investors. Examples of problems include poor infrastructure, corruption, poor international credit rating, and violence. Responsible investment leadership is crucial. In the current business environment, characterized by change and new and sometimes unpredictable challenges, it is important that leaders have the capability to act responsibly, to deliver a business which meets those challenges without causing detriment to their stakeholders or the world in which they exist.[4]

Responsible investment leadership can be seen to bring value and benefits to institutions and young people in Africa. Venture capitalists and investors do not invest in a country that does not fight corruption or create transparent capital investment protection policies. African leaders can all play a significant role in the development of a great continental economic development ecosystem by committed to being responsible investment leaders. A responsible investment in human capital, youth development, and economic development will benefit in a multitude of ways. African leaders should hold themselves accountable, so they should exemplify the characteristics of responsible investment leaders and encourage other populations to do so. A key role for responsible leaders particularly is to ensure that the country or organization is not simply focused on economic development objectives, but rather to propose and implement other key metrics, and provide evidence of the positive impact of responsible decisions. Calling for investment can assist with economic growth, although it is significant that not all leaders behave responsibly and have a measurable impact on society. By promoting responsible capital investment leadership, nations will contribute to a better society of culture and performance at all levels. Responsible investment leadership will contribute to the development of an ecosystem that will not leave African entrepreneurs’ hostage to the ever-growing big dollar whims of several venture capitalists and foreign investors. 

Conclusion: where do we go next?

Africa is at the center of gigantic economic stakes for the world. Economic and investment summits constitute excellent engines that Africa should use to increase investment opportunities and improve the economic situation out there. Considering the above lessons African governments and policymakers should encourage international investment marketplaces through strong public-private partnerships. Money will always become the fuel that keeps an economy running. Therefore, economic and investment platforms such as summits and conferences will still be the center stage of capital raising through which Africa will grow its economy. Institutions such as the African Development Bank, US Chamber of Commerce, US Corporate Council on Africa, World Economic Forum, United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTD) can assist in the provision of economic summits to contribute to capital investment on the African continent. They provide platforms for engagement and dialogue on emerging and key issues related to investing for sustainable development. For Africa in particular, economic summits to promote new investments in industry can contribute to a significant amount of economic development and societal changes. International investment platforms will continue to become a driving force for a more inclusive and sustainable continental economic growth at all levels. The consequences of economic summits will be potentially far-reaching for the configuration of the continental value chain with big implications for economic development. Although most countries see a tiny fraction of venture capital investment as opposed to the Big 4’s, the promises of current successful investment promotion platforms throw a huge amount of optimism in the air. 

Economic summits organized in Africa or by Africans across the world, like any other forms of investment platforms, will contribute to the construction of an incommensurable explosive economic dynamic, rebuilding the capital investment culture necessary to make Africa compete in the global economy. Economic summits help foster a solid innovation environment that sustains financial development and growth. Most significantly for making Africa the center stage of the world’s future and emerging as an economic powerhouse. 

To that end, African leaders must encourage the building and organization of more economic summits that could be critical ways for generating capital funding and foreign direct investment, catalyzing new employment and business development in Africa, helping more young people find a place in a changing continental and global economy, and changing the economic story of a continent that is really one of the world’s greatest diplomatic machines. 

As long as Africa does needs venture capital investment to grow and as far as the venture capital investment game continue to be played out across the globe, Africa will just sit and Watch. Indeed, young leaders will find ways to grab their parts of the cake. 

Notes

Shirley Ze Yu is Director of the China-Africa Initiative at the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa at LSE, and senior practitioner fellow at the Ash Center, Harvard Kennedy School.

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[1]Leon Eisen (2022). Africa Is A Tech Hub On The Rise. Forbes. Forbes Business Council. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2022/11/10/africa-is-a-tech-hub-on-the-rise/?sh=36565dbc2736. 

[2]African Financial Development Bank (24-Sep-2021). Entrepreneurship and Free Trade: Volume II — Towards a New Narrative of Building Resilience. African Development Bank (AfDB’s) 201Report. https://www.afdb.org/en/documents/entrepreneurship-and-free-trade-volume-ii-towards-new-narrative-building-resilience. 

[3]Leon Eisen (2022). Africa Is A Tech Hub On The Rise. Forbes. Forbes Business Council. https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesbusinesscouncil/2022/11/10/africa-is-a-tech-hub-on-the-rise/?sh=36565dbc2736. 

[4] ACCA (2022). Responsible leadership. https://www.accaglobal.com/pk/en/student/exam-support-resources/professional-exams-study-resources/strategic-business-leader/technical-articles/responsible-leadership.html.     

[1]Rama Yade (2021). Africa is America’s greatest geopolitical opportunity. Does the US know it? AfricaSource. https://www.atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/africasource/africa-is-americas-greatest-geopolitical-opportunity-does-the-us-know-it.

[2]Ibid (2021).    

[1]Jean Narcisse Djaha (2022). Africa Will Shape the future of the World

[2] Sarwar, A., Khan, M.A., Sarwar, Z. and Khan, W. (2021), “Financial development, human capital and its impact on economic growth of emerging countries”, Asian Journal of Economics and Banking, Vol. 5 No. 1, pp. 86-100. https://doi.org/10.1108/AJEB-06-2020-0015

[1]Invest in Africa Summit 2023 (2022). The Conference. https://investinginafrica.eu/the-conference. 

[2]Invest in Africa. Invest in Africa Connect. https://www.investafrica.com/about. https://www.investafrica.com/invest-africa-connect. 

[3]Prosper Africa, A US Trade and Investment Initiative (2022). Corporate Council on Africa U.S.-Africa Business Summit 2022. https://www.prosperafrica.gov/events/corporate-council-on-africa-u-s-africa-business-summit-2022. 

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[1]The Africa Investment Forum. About AIF. What is the Africa Investment Forum? https://www.africainvestmentforum.com/en/about-aif 

[2]The Africa Investment Forum. Africa Investment Forum 2022 draws $31 billion in investor interest. https://www.africainvestmentforum.com/en/news/news/africa-investment-forum-2022-draws-31-billion-investor-interest-524. 

[1]US Department of State (2022). US-Africa Leaders’ Summit. https://www.state.gov/africasummit. This piece of information was extracted from the Department of State’s Official Website. 

[2]Shirley Ze Yu (2022).  What is FOCAC? Three historic stages in the China-Africa relationship. https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/africaatlse/2022/02/03/what-is-focac-three-stages-the-new-china-africa-relationship-trade-economics. This is the first of two parts exploring the history and purpose of the FOCAC partnership between China and Africa, and part of the China-Africa Initiative series with the Firoz Lalji Institute for Africa. 

[3]Ministry of Europe and Foreign Affairs (2021). The New Africa-France Summit, reinventing our relationship together. France Diplomacy. https://www.diplomatie.gouv.fr/en/country-files/africa/the-new-africa-france-summit-reinventing-our-relationship-together.    

[1]The International Economic Forum of the Americas (2022). About Us, Mission, and Events. https://forum-americas.org. 

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[1]Adapted from The Investor Forum. The Purpose. https://www.investorforum.org.uk/purpose. 

[2]World Investment Forum (2022). What We Do. United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD). https://worldinvestmentforum.unctad.org. 

[3]The Africa Investment Forum. About AIF. What is the Africa Investment Forum? https://www.africainvestmentforum.com/en/about-aif 

[4]The World Economic Forum (2022). Our Mission. https://www.weforum.org/about/world-economic-forum. 

[5]Delphi Economic Forum (2022). Delphi Economic Forum and Mission Statement. https://delphiforum.gr/delphi-economic-forum. 

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Bilateral Economic Relations

Total bilateral trade in goods between the United States and Egypt stood at $9.1 billion in 2021, the highest level ever. Egypt is the United States’ largest export market in Africa.

U.S. exports to Egypt include wheat and corn, mineral fuel and oil, machinery, aircraft, and iron and steel products.

U.S. imports from Egypt include apparel, natural gas and oil, fertilizers, textiles, and agricultural products. Under the Qualifying Industrial Zone agreement, the United States waives duties on imports from Egypt if the value includes 10.5% Israeli content; this program promotes stronger ties between the region’s peace partners.

In 2022, the U.S. had a goods trade surplus of $3.6 billion with Egypt, a 40.2 percent increase from 2021. U.S. goods imports from Egypt totaled $2.8 billion, down 15.3 percent from 2021. Egyptian exports to the U.S. were $3.2 billion, an increase of 35.5 percent from 2020. 

U.S. exports to Egypt include: Agricultural goods, Transportation equipment, Chemicals, Machinery, Computer and electronic products. 

Egypt’s top imports include: Refined petroleum, Wheat, Cars, Crude petroleum, Corn. 

Egypt imports mostly from: China, Saudi Arabia, the United States, Russia, and Turkey. 

Egypt’s top exports include: 

• Oil & mineral fuels
• Plastics
• Electrical machinery
• Iron & steel

Egypt and the United States signed a Bilateral Investment Treaty in 1986 to promote and facilitate investment between our countries. Egypt and the United States have signed a trade and investment framework agreement, a step toward creating freer trade and increasing investment flows.

American firms are active in most sectors of the Egyptian economy, including oil and gas exploration and production, renewable energy technologies, financial services, manufacturing, construction, telecommunications and information technology, and the restaurant and hospitality industry.

Flows of U.S. direct investment to Egypt stood at $1.5 billion in 2020, bringing the accumulated long-term stock of U.S. FDI to nearly $24 billion.

Egypt is positioning itself as a regional energy hub, rapidly boosting renewable energy production, further offering potential opportunities for U.S. firms.

In November 2022, Egypt will host the United Nations Conference of the Parties (COP-27) climate change conference in Sharm el-Sheikh.

Hottest Products to Import From Egypt in 2023

Below are the hottest products to export from Egypt, with large growth potential:

1. Cotton (forecast to rise by 7% 2023-2024)
2. Jewelry (up 46% to $1.529 billion in 2022, compared to 2021)
3. Plastics (US$2.61 Billion during 2022)
4. Fruits (US$539.86 Million during 2022,)
5. Ceramics (US$329.96 Million in 2022, a massive 112% increase from 2021)
6. Essential Oils, Perfumes and Cosmetics (US$620.99 Million in 2022)

A slew of positive export data has been released for 2021, showing huge demand for Egyptian products worldwide. An Egyptian-British trade agreement signed following Brexit has been significant for both countries so there are some excellent opportunities for a foreign importer.

Cotton Products

Egypt is famous for its highest quality cotton around the world. Turkey and India import cotton from Egypt to produce high-quality products made of 100% Egyptian Cotton for the worldwide demand.

Fabric production includes fine Egyptian cotton fabrics, shirting, fabrics for trousers/shorts, worsted wool fabrics, denim, fleece, jersey, flat/woolen knits, technical fabrics, and more. Apparel production includes active sportswear, outerwear, underwear, suits, socks, infant wear, etc. Production of made-ups includes a wide variety of bed, bath, and table linens, kitchen accessories, etc.

Perhaps one of the most in-demand products are luxury 100% Egyptian cotton bed sheets and bedware.

Egypt’s cotton industry is forecast to rise by 7% for the year beginning August 2023 to July 2024, the U.S. Agriculture Department said late Monday.

Egyptian Jewelry

Egypts jewelry market is exploding and the potential for excellent returns on investment for those willing to source good suppliers and export to buyers around the world are excellent.

There’s plenty of room in the UK market still and well worth exploring.

Egypt’s exports of gold, jewelry, and precious stones increased by 46% during the period from January to November 2022, to reach $1.529 billion, compared to $1.044 billion during the same period in 2021.

Plastics

Since the revolution in 2011 many sectors, especially tourism, have slowed down, however, this has not been the case with the plastics industry, which includes finished products.

Egypt’s Exports of plastics were US$2.61 Billion in 2022, according to the United Nations COMTRADE database on international trade. The plasticware industry has become an important part of Egypt’s local manufacturing over the past ten years as a result of relying on plastic materials instead of other items like glass and metals.

Fruits

Food imports to Europe are a golden opportunity for Egyptian food imports and remain one of the most stable markets offering the highest prices.

Egypt’s exports of vegetable, fruit, and nut food preparations were US$539.86 Million in 2022,

Europe needs products that are low in sugar and packaging for European standards should be considered. Europe is more interested in buying food products which are in glass containers and tetra packs.

It’s important to understand import requirements with food and fresh fruits as of course there will be a limited shelf life.

Ceramics

Egypt intends to turn itself into a regional hub for manufacturing and exporting ceramics, in light of the availability of energy sources, raw materials, and qualified labor.

Egypt’s Exports of ceramic products were US$329.96 Million during 2022 up from $92 million in 2021, a massive 112% increase.

Egypt has a rich history of manufacturing ceramics and it’s expected for this industry to grow significantly.

Essential Oils, Perfumes and Cosmetics

80% of the world’s natural jasmine products, come from Egypt, where specialists in this ancient art extract the aromatic oils from a profusion of flowers, leaves, roots, and herbs and export them to perfumers in Paris, London, New York, and even Moscow.

Perfumes are a huge export market still to be tapped and the use of essential oils is becoming a very, very popular natural alternative to traditional perfumes.

Egypt’s exports of essential oils, perfumes, cosmetics, and toiletries were US$620.99 Million in 2022, and is still a young market for anyone wanting to take advantage of what is sure to be lucrative with the right suppliers and buyer markets.

Egyptian Exports Reach Their Highest Level Ever in 2022

Egypt’s total exports surged 18.3% year-on-year (YoY) during 2022, with exports jumping to $51.6 billion in 2022, compared to $43.6 billion in 2021.

Last year’s figure marks the highest value ever in the history of Egyptian merchandise exports.

Turkey topped the list of countries importing Egyptian products with a value of $4 billion, followed by Spain with $3.7 billion, Italy with $3.4 billion, and Saudi Arabia with $2.5 billion.

Exports to the US reached $2.446 billion compared to $1.618 billion, yet another significant increase of 51%.

Egypt’s exports to the UK increased 46.2% year-on-year, taking advantage of the Egyptian-British trade agreement, signed by the two countries following Brexit.

Last Updated On: 03/05/2023)

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