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Africa

Africa is the next big opportunity in trade and investment. With a market of 54 countries and a youth growing population, the opportunities are available TODAY, pushed along with the signing and implementation of AfCFTA. The combination of resource-rich countries led by increasingly stable governments, large population of 1.2 billion people having a low median age of 14-31 (23-42 by 2060)*, and relatively underdeveloped infrastructure make the market ready for success.

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Kassoum Coulibaly - Regional Desk Director, Africa

Kassoum Coulibaly is a global thought leader, systems architect, and entrepreneur in inclusive economic development, gender equality, and innovation. With more than two decades of executive experience designing and implementing systems that drive entrepreneurship, social and digital transformation, and sustainable economic growth, he serves as Regional Desk Director, Africa, connecting leaders and growing firms to opportunities across the continent while advancing lasting economic impact throughout Africa and globally.

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Rubby Golo Neema Mleli

Global Chamber® Accra Global Chamber® Dar es Salaam

East Asia and Australia

The economies of Asia comprise over 4.4 billion people, 60% of the world's population. Rising GDPs have led to the emergence and rapid growth of the middle class in many Asian countries, presenting many new growth opportunities for business. And according to Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), setting up a business in the Asia Pacific has become easier as it now takes half the time to do so compared to about a decade ago. On the other hand, Australia represents a proven economic with low-risk factors and strong ties to the Asia-Pacific region.

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Regional Desk:

Colin Christie Dr. Peter Wonsok Yun

Global Chamber® Manila Global Chamber® Seoul

Central Asia ex China

The economies of Asia comprise over 4.4 billion people, 60% of the world's population.

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Regional Desk:

Aparna Ranadive Maimun Mustafa

Global Chamber® Mumbai Global Chamber® Dhaka

China

China is the world's second largest economy by nominal GDP and the world's largest economy by purchasing power parity. Although at a more conventional rate, the country's economy is expected to continue growing for the coming decades. With the idea of opening new investment opportunities, the Chinese government is concentrating efforts in their Belt and Road Initiative, the biggest initiative of the 21st century in terms of projected impact given the strong political and financial drives behind it and the ideals shaping its growth. The Chinese have called this initiative a bid to enhance regional connectivity for a brighter future.

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Bowei (William) Zhu - Executive Director

William is a results-driven leader based in Shanghai with international experience across product management, operations, and business development. He has a proven ability to lead end-to-end initiatives, translate customer and stakeholder needs into executable solutions, and drive delivery through cross-functional and cross-cultural teams.

Fuhua 'Roger' Ni - Global Advisor

Fuhua 'Roger' Ni is a distinguished lawyer, arbitrator, and mediator based in Shanghai with extensive experience in international dispute resolution and commercial law. He is the Founding and Managing Partner of Shanghai Zhenchen Law Firm and holds a Master of Laws from both Emory University School of Law and East China Normal University.

Regional Desk:

Todd Cornell Abdelhak Benkerroum

Cultur668 Eastheimer

Europe

Europe is a well-developed continent driven by innovation and technology with one of the highest skilled workforce in the world. The European Union alone is considered the second largest economy in the world and 19 of its country members form the Eurozone. The European Commission states that having a single currency Eurozone brings more cross-border trade opportunities cutting costs and volatile risks.

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Regional Desk:

Katie Keith Yuka Nakasone

Global Chamber® London Global Chamber® Barcelona

Latin America + Caribbean

According to the World Bank, the economy of Latin America is growing and there is a favorable economic forecast for the region. Regional trade agreements like "Mercosur" and the Pacific Alliance are triggering more cross-border trade among these nations. Foreign investors and entrepreneurs are seeing Latin America as a place with business opportunities thanks to a higher skill force and low interest rates. In addition, with a mix of English, Spanish, French and Dutch speakers, stable governments, reliable infrastructure and technology, the Caribbean is the next frontier for business and global investments for diverse products and services..

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Regional Desk:

Donaji Montes Ricardo Vanella

Intechnational Global Chamber® Buenos Aires

Middle East

The Middle East has a young and technologically engaged population with a solid banking system that is investing in small and medium sized companies. The region is expected to be one of the world’s fastest-growing in the next few years and is opening more opportunities for foreign private equity investments. Furthermore, it represents an important commercial bridge between Europe and Asia.

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Ayman Al Awadhi - Executive Director

Ayman Al Awadi, an inspirational leadership speaker and a business visionary, aims to empower startups, individuals and organizations with knowledge, skills, and inspiration they need to thrive in an ever-evolving world. He aims to cultivate and nurture leadership excellence, corporate governance and transformational projects as a leading Emirati-family business based in Dubai with an international approach. Ayman is a Co-Founder of The Corporate Group (TCG) based in Dubai with subsidiaries in KSA, Oman and UK. TCG attracts FDIs of corporates and startups across all business sectors to do business in the UAE and GCC region.

Regional Leaders:

Fatina "Tina" Sweis Amer Nasereddin

Seven Circles Primus

North America

With generally solid economic growth and a highly developed tech industry, the United States, Mexico and Canada represent a sub-continent with constant business opportunities and safe investment decisions. The region is good for business because of a thriving economy and stable political climate. Trade flows freely via USMCA. The United States is a leading world innovator and Mexico and Canada offer steady economies.

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Eduardo Gonzalez - Global Chamber and President at 258 Consulting

Eduardo González is President of 258 Consulting, helping companies do business between the US and Mexico. He's also the advisory board chair for Global Chamber Phoenix and Executive Director for Global Chamber Mexico-US. Previously he served as Deputy Trade Commissioner of ProMéxico in Phoenix. Mr. González holds a degree in Public Accounting from the Autonomous University of Baja California in Mexico, and holds several certifications in management and risk management. He also has an extensive resume in business promotion within major Mexican companies with international exposure. Additionally, he has vast experience representing the Mexican Government, as he previously served as commercial delegate for Bancomext in The Hague, Netherlands. Recently he served as State Director of the ProMexico office in the state of Baja California.