In celebration of its 20th anniversary, Nishi-Nippon City Bank hosted the “Asian Finance and Economic Forum 2024” on August 1st in Hakata, Fukuoka City. The event gathered approximately 450 participants. President Hideyuki Murakami of Nishi-Nippon City Bank emphasized their commitment to addressing social challenges. During his keynote, Masatsugu Asakawa, President of the Asian Development Bank, highlighted the robust growth and low inflation in Asia’s economy, driven by strong semiconductor exports. However, he also warned of potential risks to trade and the environment due to the unpredictable US presidential election. The forum included a panel discussion where domestic companies operating across Asia discussed business challenges and future strategies. Source: Nishi-Nippon City Bank / KBC
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