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financial stability

Should Mauritius Establish a Strategic Reserve in Bitcoin?

By Banking & Finance

As the global financial landscape shifts, Mauritius faces a strategic decision: should it integrate Bitcoin into its national reserves? With a chronic foreign currency shortage and a strong fintech sector, Bitcoin presents an opportunity for diversification, financial sovereignty, and investment attraction. However, volatility, regulatory scrutiny, and liquidity risks pose serious challenges. This article explores the feasibility, risks, and strategies for Mauritius to navigate Bitcoin adoption, weighing its potential as a transformational asset or a speculative gamble in the evolving digital economy.

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The State of Chinese Mainland Banks and Their Impact on Africa’s Economic Growth

By Banking & Finance, Financial & Risk Consulting

The financial landscape of China has undergone profound structural changes in recent years, significantly influencing the global economy, particularly Africa. Chinese mainland banks, which were once primarily domestically focused, have now extended their reach across international markets, playing a crucial role in shaping trade, investment, and economic policies in developing regions. Africa, in particular, has been a major beneficiary of Chinese banking expansion due to China’s increasing strategic and economic interest in the continent.

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