The Nigerian Exchange Group Plc (NGX Group) and the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have reaffirmed their commitment to fostering cross-border capital market partnerships to strengthen Nigeria’s connectivity to global financial markets and attract new investment flows.
The NGX Group and SEC participated in the China-Africa CEO Dialogue, held on the sidelines of the 4th China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo in Changsha.
The event provided a platform for African institutions to engage with Chinese corporates, regulators, and financial institutions to explore mutually beneficial partnerships.
According to Temi Popoola, Group Managing Director/CEO of NGX Group, deepening capital market partnerships is key to unlocking new investment corridors between Nigeria and China.
The NGX Group has engaged with institutions such as the Shanghai Stock Exchange and Hong Kong Stock Exchange to create pathways for Chinese corporates to raise capital locally.
Dr. Emomotimi Agama, Director-General of SEC, reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment to providing a safe, transparent, and enabling investment environment.
He emphasized the importance of transparency and credibility in building investor confidence.
The dialogue underscored the importance of capital markets in facilitating trade, technology transfer, and industrial development between China and Nigeria.
Both NGX Group and SEC pledged to continue championing capital market diplomacy as a tool for sustainable economic growth.
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