Title: Forum Katanga Business Meeting: Defining a new coordinated and integrated economic policy
Introduction :
The Forum Katanga Business Meeting (KBM) was held recently in Lubumbashi, in the Haut-Katanga province in the Democratic Republic of Congo. This annual event brought together economic players and investors in the region to discuss the establishment of a new coordinated and integrated economic policy. Participants had the opportunity to exchange knowledge, share experiences and develop avenues for economic development.
A show dedicated to the economy:
The KBM opened its doors with the installation of stands representing companies operating in various sectors of Haut-Katanga. These stands allowed participants to discover the investment opportunities available in the region and to establish contacts with local economic players.
Official speeches and discussion panels:
During the day, participants had the opportunity to listen to speeches from invited officials, but also to participate in discussion panels on economic and logistical themes. One of the key topics discussed was the definition of a new coordinated and integrated economic policy.
The challenges of economic policy:
The various speakers highlighted the challenges facing the economic development of the region. The issue of financing and access to capital was widely discussed. Representatives of the Industry Promotion Fund (FPI) presented the initiatives put in place to support investment projects, particularly for women and young people carrying innovative projects. The National Agency for the Promotion of Investments (ANAPI) for its part discussed the structural reforms put in place to improve the business climate.
Infrastructure and industrialization:
Another major issue addressed during the KBM was that of infrastructure and industrialization. Participants discussed the importance of developing special economic zones (SEZs) where businesses can benefit from favorable conditions for their development. It was emphasized that local processing of products is essential to fuel the local economy and export to neighboring countries.
Conclusion :
The Forum Katanga Business Meeting highlighted the economic issues and investment opportunities in the Haut-Katanga region. The discussions made it possible to identify the challenges to be met to implement a new coordinated and integrated economic policy. The initiatives and reforms presented during this event demonstrate the desire of local economic actors and institutions to promote the economic development of the region.