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Driving Economic Stability: Q&A With Union of Arab Banks’ Wissam Fattouh

Global Finance

Firstly, recognizing the critical role of the banking sector in driving sustainable economic growth, we are actively working to align Arab financial institutions with the UNs Sustainable Development Goals. On one hand, all Arab countries recognize the critical role of the banking system in driving economic development and stability.

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Lebanon On The Path To Reform

Global Finance

“Now it needs to be used: whether by banking authorities for restructuring the sector, by the judiciary, or by the tax administration.” Last October, the watchdog Financial Action Task Force (FATF) placed Lebanon on its gray list for money laundering and terrorism financing.

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Asia-Pacific: Economic Growth Taking Off

Global Finance

The region is set to drive global economic growth, powered by its population and tech sector. The Asia-Pacific region (APAC) will lead global economic growth over the next 15 years thanks to several factors, some of which are already manifest and some of which have yet to emerge. billion citizens to 4.6

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Interim CFO Consulting: When to Hire Interim Leadership

E78 Partners

The Role of an Interim CFO An interim CFO must uphold financial stability and strategic guidance during change or doubt. When a company experiences leadership transitions, financial restructuring, or prepares for significant events like mergers or acquisitions, a transitional Chief Financial Officer offers instant, practical knowledge.

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Chinese Officials Join US Politicians In Suddenly Falling Out Of Love With Big Tech 

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Will Chinese Authorities Force Ant To Restructure? . Howard Yu , LEGO professor of management and innovation and director of IMD’s signature program, Advanced Management Program (AMP), told Karen Webster last month that regulators would soon force Ant to restructure to address such concerns.

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Central Banker Report Cards 2024: Asia-Pacific

Global Finance

Bangladesh has suffered years of financial system dysfunctionality. Still, the full extent of the malfeasance of Hasina’s Awami League regime is set to emerge, as Mansur described the “designed robbery of the financial system” in a BBC interview given shortly after his appointment. Real GDP increased 8.8%

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Key Insights from the IMF Global Financial Stability Report

E78 Partners

Today’s global financial landscape is fraught with high inflation, geopolitical risks, and a shifting economic environment. These factors have tested the resilience of the financial system and posed significant challenges for corporate financial leaders.