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2024 11 th Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate (Emirates Policy Center)
November 11-12, 2024
On November 12, 2024, Dr. Hamdok participated in a panel discussion at the Emirates
Policy Center (EPC), which convened its 11th annual Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate under
the title “The Illusion of Stability: A World in Flux.” The event focused on trends and
shifts contributing to turmoil and instability in the world and the Middle East. Dr. Hamdok
participated in a panel discussion entitled “Frozen and Forgotten Conflicts: Syria, Libya,
Yemen & Sudan,” which centered on existing and prolonged civil conflicts in the Arab
region, particularly in Syria, Libya, and Yemen, which remain unresolved, while new
conflicts, such as those in Sudan, begin to emerge. The panel discussed domestic
factors hindering conflict resolution, the geopolitical and external influences involved,
and the necessary approaches and actions for peacebuilding in the region.
Dr. Hamdok Chairs the Third Conference on Africa’s Economic and Financial Sovereignty
October 9-11, 2024
Dr. Abdalla Hamdok, the Alternate Chair of the Coalition for Dialogue on Africa (CoDA), chaired the Third Conference on Africa’s Economic and Financial Sovereignty, held at the African Union Headquarters in Addis Ababa from October 9-11, 2024.
In his opening remarks, Dr. Hamdok noted that the conference is taking place at a time when Sudan, a founding member of the Organization of African Unity, is facing the world’s greatest humanitarian tragedy today. He expressed his gratitude for the efforts made by the region and international partners in support and solidarity with the Sudanese people during their ordeal, hoping that joint efforts will contribute to finding solutions that will end the war and bring stability to the peace-loving Sudanese people.
Dr. Hamdok outlined the challenges facing the African continent amid a turbulent international environment and an unfair global economic order. He urged the conference participants to deeply discuss issues such as improving domestic resource mobilization, the debt crisis, and illicit financial flows out of Africa, in addition to climate change. To contribute to establishing a global system based on economic and financial justice, the conference needs to come up with proposals on: the thorough preparation of the African position in upcoming negotiations through the United Nations Conference on Tax Convention , proposals enabling the continent to engage with partners regarding the debt crisis, and ideas for reforming the international financial system to better meet the needs of the African continent, particularly in climate finance, foreign exchange liquidity , and added value within the framework of climate-related and sustainable development policies.
The conference was attended by economic experts from Africa, the North and South America , Europe, and Asia.
Where Invest Meets Impact: CADI Board Meeting Gathers Leaders to Discuss Progress and Opportunity in Africa
March 05 2024
The CADI board meeting was held on 5.03.2024. The meeting room brought together CADI’s great leaders, including Dr. Abdalla Hamdok, Dr. Saeed Mohamed Alshamsi, Mr. Serge Telle, Dr. Monica Juma, Dr. Adeyemi Dipeolu, Dr. Brian D’Silva, and Prof. Eddy Maloka. Together, they explored opportunities for investment that could drive positive economic and social progress across the continent. Attendees also discussed strategies to tackle Africa’s challenges head-on and create a more sustainable future. Meeting Minutes: The board explored various investment themes with a focus on sectors that could significantly impact economic growth and social development. Specific areas of interest included agriculture, infrastructure development, renewable energy, education, and healthcare.
January 28 2024
On January 28, 2024, CADI and EXIM Finance signed a key MOU in Abu Dhabi, committing to a partnership focused on enhancing sustainable development across Africa, led by Dr. Abdalla Hamdok and Mr. Salah Ibrahim Al Nasser.
Africa: The Promising Continent
November 20, 2023
This panel explores the nature of geopolitical shifts and great-power competition in Africa. It analyzes the future energy projects’ role in turning Africa into a critical player in the world’s energy geopolitics and the ramifications of the return of military coup d’états on democracy and development in the continent.
Special Guest: The Executive Chairman – Dr. Abdalla Hamdok
November 13, 2023
ABU DHABI, November 13: The Emirates Policy Center (EPC) has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with five prominent think tanks from across the globe. The signing ceremony was held on the eve of the EPC’s 10th Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate (ADSD) at the Emirates Palace Hotel in Abu Dhabi on Sunday (November 12).
September 28, 2023
The National Defence College hosted his Excellency, Dr. Abdullah Adam Hamdok, former Prime Minister of Sudan, to deliver a lecture on “The Internal Sudanese Conflict,” on Thursday, 28/9/2023, at the college’s headquarters.
March 20, 2023
The inaugural meeting of the Advisory Board for the Center of African Development and Investment marked a significant milestone in the pursuit of sustainable economic growth and investment opportunities across the African continent. The journey has just begun, and the Center is poised to make a lasting impact.
2024 11th Abu Dhabi Strategic Debate (Emirates Policy Center)
Dr. Hamdok Chairs the Third Conference on Africa’s Economic and Financial Sovereignty
Where Invest Meets Impact: CADI Board Meeting Gathers Leaders to Discuss Progress and Opportunity in Africa
CADI MOU Signing With EXIM Finance
Africa: The Promising Continent
