When talking about finance, it is important to look at the history of finance. We are living a third phase of banking in Africa.

We find ourselves in a new world, a world that Africa has impressively transformed in recent decades. Spain’s history and geography intertwine with Africa a vital locus of our external action. Here, we are ready to delve into pioneering initiatives to foster a revitalized Africa- Europe pact, with Spain playing an instrumental role.

Africa is setting the pace for the world when it comes to solidarity, working together and resilience.

Spain is a strategic partner because of the geographical situation. It is a promising step that will bring a lot of investment for integration that is backed by the EU  to harmonize tariffs and regulation with respect to certificates so that companies see an interest to invest in Africa because they can reach any country.

We had a very interesting debate on the financial side, in which we discussed at length the issues, the solutions, the great challenges that African financing has to develop. I would like to highlight one of the most important conclusions, which is how to facilitate the link between Spanish and European financing and African financing. Because there will surely be a great Africa plan from the European Commission, to be presented in 2024, which will include a significant amount of European funds that will be destined for Africa. Then will encounter implementation problems.

Women are the driving force of the continent, the agent of development and the leaders of progress and advancement in African development.