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Japanese Firms Plan $30bn Investments in Nigeria, Others

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The Japanese Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, Mr. Shunsuke Takei, on Thursday said businessmen from his country would be investing about $30bn in Nigeria and other African nations.

He stated this when he led a delegation of 32 Japanese investors to meet separately with the Minister of Finance, Mrs. Kemi Adeosun, and the Minister of Budget and National Planning, Senator Udo Udoma.

Takei said the delegation to Nigeria was part of efforts by the Japanese government to actualise the $30bn public-private investment pledge made in August 2016 during the sixth Tokyo International Conference on African Development in Nairobi, Kenya, which was attended by President Muhammadu Buhari.

Given the size of the Nigerian population and market, as well as its economic recovery and potential for growth, he said Japanese investors were desirous of investing in the country.

While noting the challenges in the areas of security, ease of doing business and the power sector, he stated that Japanese businessmen would invest in Nigeria’s manufacturing, banking, insurance and agriculture sectors.

Takei commended the Federal Government for formulating the Economic Recovery and Growth Plan, and expressed optimism that the foreign exchange situation would improve soon despite the current challenges.

Adeosun said that the country was open and ready to do business with the rest of the world.

She urged the big Japanese companies to invest in Nigeria by setting up manufacturing plants, instead of shipping-in finished products.

Adeosun stated, “We will assist you to do well. Many companies came into Nigeria and are doing very well, and there is nothing to stop Japanese firms from doing very well.

“Specific reforms by removing lots of impediments, fiscal incentives to facilitate your coming into Nigeria to invest and drive your businesses are being put in place.”

Udoma, in his comments during the meeting with him, said the ERGP was designed to stabilise the economy and propel it to growth, adding that investors should take advantage of the plan by investing in priority areas such as agriculture, infrastructure and manufacturing.

He said the plan would stabilise the macroeconomic environment, boost agricultural production for food security, ensure energy sufficiency, improve infrastructure and drive industrialisation through manufacturing.

Udoma stated that there were opportunities for the Japanese investors in the area of the agriculture value chain, adding that the government would be building industrial parks in each of the six geo-political zones of the country.

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Saudi Arabia Aims for $80 Billion Tourism Investment to Fuel Vision 2030 Goals

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Saudi Arabia is embarking on a bold venture to attract up to $80 billion in private investment into its burgeoning tourism industry, a move pivotal to realizing its ambitious Vision 2030 objectives.

Tourism Minister Ahmed Al Khateeb unveiled the kingdom’s aspiration during an interview in Riyadh, emphasizing the imperative role of the private sector in spearheading investment endeavors.

With plans to disburse approximately $800 billion on tourism over the next decade, Saudi Arabia is steadfast in its pursuit to diversify its economy and reduce dependency on oil revenues.

Vision 2030 outlines a trajectory for the kingdom to metamorphose into one of the world’s premier tourist destinations, targeting 150 million annual visitors by 2030, a significant portion originating from overseas.

While the government and sovereign wealth fund have historically fueled tourism development, securing substantial foreign direct investment, particularly from the private sector, emerges as paramount in expediting Vision 2030 initiatives.

The kingdom’s fiscal projections, forecasting deficits until 2026, underscore the urgency of engaging private investors to actualize the ambitious tourism blueprint.

Saudi Arabia, having welcomed 100 million tourists in 2023, predominantly domestic travelers, eyes international markets such as India, China, the UK, France, and Germany for tourist influx.

A new program launched by the Ministry of Tourism aims to streamline investment processes, potentially unlocking $11 billion in private investment, bolstering Saudi Arabia’s tourism trajectory and reshaping its economic landscape.

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CBN Unveils Plan to Settle N1.64 Trillion Treasury Bills in Q2 2024

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The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced its strategic approach to managing liquidity and meeting financial obligations by unveiling a comprehensive plan to settle Treasury Bills (TBs) worth N1.64 trillion during the second quarter of 2024.

This initiative, part of the CBN’s Nigeria Treasury Bills Issue programme, aims to regulate the money supply within the economy while effectively managing liquidity dynamics.

According to documents obtained by Investors King, the TBs settlement program is slated to commence on March 7th and conclude on May 23rd, 2024.

The CBN will focus on settling TBs with varying tenors, including N414.29 billion on 91 days, N43.74 billion on 182 days, and a substantial N1.18 trillion on 364 days.

The breakdown of the settlement plan reveals monthly settlements to address maturing TBs. In March, the CBN plans to settle N660.62 billion worth of TBs, followed by N292.17 billion in April and N688.3 billion in May.

Market analysts interpret this move as a testament to the CBN’s commitment to managing financial obligations and maintaining economic stability.

It provides investors with opportunities to engage in short-term financial instruments while contributing to overall liquidity dynamics.

The strategic settlement plan reflects the CBN’s proactive stance in navigating economic challenges and ensuring stability within the financial landscape.

As the apex bank implements these measures, stakeholders will closely monitor their impact on market dynamics and economic indicators, anticipating implications for investment decisions and monetary policy outlooks.

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China’s State-Owned Lenders Allocate $8 Billion to Revitalize Property Market

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China’s state-owned lenders have committed a substantial $8 billion in loans to rejuvenate the country’s beleaguered property market, aligning with Beijing’s directives to bolster the sector.

Agricultural Bank of China Ltd. disclosed approving over 40 billion yuan of loans for real estate projects on predefined white lists, signaling a proactive approach towards supporting the housing market’s recovery.

China Construction Bank Corp. also joined the effort, extending 3 billion yuan to five property projects, with plans to greenlight over 20 billion yuan in loans soon.

Industrial & Commercial Bank of China Ltd. and Bank of China Ltd. are among the institutions offering financing assistance, although the exact loan amounts remain undisclosed.

This initiative follows Beijing’s recent call for local authorities to enhance financing support for developers and curate lists of eligible projects.

In response, the big four state lenders pledged to meet reasonable financing demands from developers and projects identified under the coordination mechanism.

However, China’s property market faces challenges despite these measures. New home sales plummeted 34.2% year-on-year, underscoring the ongoing slowdown.

While existing home transactions surged during the Spring Festival holiday, new home sales remained subdued, prompting a cautious outlook among buyers.

The infusion of $8 billion aims to instill confidence and stimulate activity in the property sector, potentially heralding a gradual recovery amid persisting market uncertainties.

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