A panel discussion on August 30, 2016, addressed the failure of African economies and discussed funding African-European partnerships.

The entities involved

• Africa →

  continent

  • Subway is expanding its strategic operations across the EMEA region.18:03
  • The government urges investment in Nigeria and promotes economic growth across Africa while working to reduce borrowing costs for businesses.17:36
• African Development Bank →

  multilateral development finance institution

  • The African Development Bank provided data on agricultural credit access and shared economic challenges across the continent.13:10
  • Akinwumi Adesina called for investment in Nigerian entrepreneurs during a speech in Lagos, backed by $100m ADB funding.11:56
• European Investment Bank →

  body of the European Union providing funding for projects fostering EU aims, both within and outside the EU

  • Europe is exploring the economic potential of its space and navigation systems, including Galileo, with involvement from the European Commission and the European Investment Bank.17:47
  • Leading talks on high-stakes EU-China trade disputes, EIB commercial loans to Airbus, and Serbia's future with the EU.13:07

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• A high-level meeting on African development, involving the AU and UN, discussed financing and alignment with Agenda 2063.08:25
• Cooperation between Africa and Europe is advancing African interests.Sep 26
• The African Development Bank and partners are collaborating to develop financing instruments and policy approaches to address challenges facing African countries.Wed 05:09
• The African Union is advocating for equitable financing and a stronger voice for Africa on the global stage.Sep 8
• Germany is reportedly seeking to deepen its economic ties with the African continent, as reported by CNBC Africa.Jul 3