The General Secretariat of the Arab-Africa Trade Bridges (AATB) Program, has announced Nigeria’s official membership in the AATB Program
NEWS: #Nigeria has formally joined the Arab-Africa Trade Bridges (AATB) Program @aatb_program, described as “a multi-donor, Inter-regional program” that seeks to “advance trade and strengthen economic ties among Arab and African countries.” pic.twitter.com/IxAA4Xqb2l
— Tolu Ogunlesi (@toluogunlesi) November 2, 2023
The Program aims to foster economic integration, increase commercial exchanges and investments among Arab and African countries.
The AATB Secretary General and CEO of the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation (ITFC), Hani Sonbol said: “The admission of the Federal Republic of Nigeria into the AATB Program is a major milestone and we are confident this new partnership with one of Africa’s economic powerhouses will strengthen investment flows, and trade relations between the Arab and African regions. Given the economic potential of Nigeria, we will support the country in its quest to diversify and grow its economy and access new markets across Africa and the Arab regions.”
Nigeria’s membership in the AATB Program underscores the country’s strong commitment to expand its global trade footprint, foster international partnerships, and boost economic growth.
The Arab-Africa Trade Bridges (AATB) Program is a regional trade program which aims to address the challenges faced in promoting trade across Arab and African countries