27.01.2026

“Bridging Continents: Unlocking Asia – Africa Opportunities,” a white paper of the African Roundtable of Financial Centers

The Africa Roundtable of Financial Centers (ARFC), in collaboration with the World Alliance of International Financial Centers (WAIFC) and the Hong Kong Financial Services Development Council (FSDC), highlighted the accelerating economic integration between Africa and Asia. Over the past two decades, financial hubsโ€”led by Hong Kong and Africa's leading financial centersโ€”have emerged as the primary gateways for capital, innovation, and sustainable growth between the two continents.
14.04.2025

How to make a financial center thrive

Financial centers play a crucial role in national and global economic development by providing high-quality financial services and facilitating economic connectivity. To thrive, financial centers must adapt to technological advancements, sustainability challenges, and geopolitical shifts, while ensuring strong political support, a favorable business environment, robust infrastructure, and talent development.