Lord Waverley continues his journey through Central Asia, a little-known region nestled in a corner of the world that is coming into prominence… As the Central Asian region continues to develop and integrate into the global community, the three countries – Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, and Turkmenistan – will play an increasingly important role in the region,...
Author: Lord JD Waverley (Lord JD Waverley )
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Lord Waverley: Central Asian Region Revealed in All its Glory, Mystery, and History
Lord Waverley negotiated Memoranda of Understanding with each of the five parliaments of Central Asia, and was the architect of the Aktau Declaration on Joint Actions. In this first segment of a two-part series, he presents a unique insight into the region… One is acutely aware as to how much can be achieved by first-hand...
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Africa: The Age of Optimism
Introduction The upcoming UN General Assembly (UNGA) in New York presents an opportunity for world leaders to assess the drivers of global uncertainty. In doing so, Africa must not be sidelined. Genuine engagement with the continent is essential as a matter of shared global interest. A recalibrated international framework must prioritise the promotion and protection...
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Rewiring Trade Finance in Africa
Africa’s trade finance gap – estimated in the hundreds of billions – remains one of the continent’s most stubborn barriers to growth. But closing it is not just about injecting more capital; it’s about using existing capital smarter, faster, and with greater precision. Traditional trade finance models are often rigid, slow, and risk-averse, leaving SMEs...