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Ministry of Economy and Finance participates in African Caucus Meeting 2024
During the 2024 African Caucus Meeting held in Abuja, Nigeria, from August 1 to 3, the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Morocco, including members from the Treasury and External Finance Directorate, actively participated. The conference, themed “Facilitating Intra-African Trade: A Catalyst for Sus…
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During the 2024 African Caucus Meeting held in Abuja, Nigeria, from August 1 to 3, the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Morocco, including members from the Treasury and External Finance Directorate, actively participated. The conference, themed “Facilitating Intra-African…
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During the 2024 African Caucus Meeting held in Abuja, Nigeria, from August 1 to 3, the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Morocco, including members from the Treasury and External Finance Directorate, actively participated. The conference, themed “Facilitating Intra-African Trade: A Catalyst for Sustainable Development in Africa,” focused on advancing trade and economic integration across the continent. The meeting underscored the need for strengthening Pan-African payment systems and accelerating digitalisation to boost trade. Key recommendations included improving access to energy and connectivity, leveraging partnerships with multilateral development banks, and reforming global financial architecture. These measures aim to drive sustainable economic growth and enhance trade facilitation across Africa.
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Additionally, the Governors called upon the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to deploy their expertise and resources to support these initiatives, ensuring effective development and implementation of these strategies. The delegates emphasised the necessity for a robust replenishment of IDA21 , targeting $120 billion. This funding is critical to address pressing issues such as climate change, food security, energy deficits, and digital transformation. The aim is to strengthen efforts against these challenges and promote regional integration and stability. A memorandum detailing the discussions and resolutions will be presented to the heads of the WBG and IMF during their annual meetings in October 2024. This document will encapsulate the collective views and concerns of the African Governors and outline the strategic priorities for future support and collaboration. This participation highlights Morocco’s commitment to regional economic integration and sustainable development, aligning with broader international goals and reinforcing its role in the African economic landscape.
Key Points
- The Ministry of Economy and Finance, represented by the Treasury and External Finance Directorate, engaged in the African Caucus Meeting in Abuja from August 1-3, 2024.
- The meeting highlighted key strategies to enhance intra-African trade, including improved Pan-African payment systems and energy access.
- A memorandum will be presented at the World Bank and IMF annual meetings, advocating for a $120 billion replenishment of IDA21 to address development challenges.
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