Antiguan Journalist Joins Over 12,000 Participants at Afreximbank’s 32nd Annual Meetings in Nigeria
Twelve thousand participants from over 80 countries have flown into Abuja, Nigeria, for the highly anticipated 32nd Annual Meetings of Afreximbank.
Among the attendees is Shermain Bique-Charles, representing Antigua.news.
On Tuesday, a welcome reception was held for journalists ahead of what is expected to be a busy next couple of days.
This event, which will take place from June 25th to 27th, gathers an influential coalition of leaders from across the globe, including African and CARICOM representatives.
The meetings, which have the theme “Building the Future on Decades of Resilience,” aim to advance trade, investment, and innovation across the continent.
Afreximbank’s Annual Meetings are set to deliver significant economic benefits in both the short and long term. Key outcomes anticipated from the event include mobilizing trade and investment, advancing policy and institutional frameworks, and strengthening South-South cooperation.
The discussions will facilitate crucial trade and investment agreements, including Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) and public-private partnerships, with expectations of catalyzing billions of dollars in funding for strategic sectors over the next 5-10 years.
Bringing together heads of state, ministers, leaders of trade institutions, policymakers, and private sector representatives, the meetings will address several priorities.
These include implementing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), enhancing cross-border payment systems for regional transactions, and strengthening economic ties between Africa and the Caribbean through expanded trade, tourism, and joint ventures.
The overarching goal is to reduce business costs, improve trade infrastructure, and deepen regional economic integration.
With contributions from world-renowned economists, scholars, and entrepreneurs, the gathering is set to shape thought leadership on Africa’s development path.
The initiatives launched at this year’s meetings aim to influence policy, shift narratives, and inspire reforms that promote innovation, inclusion, and competitiveness in the region.

About the author
Shermain Bique-Charles is an accomplished journalist with over 24 years of dynamic experience in the industry. Renowned for her exceptional storytelling and investigative skills, she has garnered numerous awards that highlight her commitment to journalistic integrity and excellence. Her work not only informs but also inspires, making her a respected voice in the field.
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Comments (10)
Teacher for Life June 30, 2025, 3:46 PM
Antiguan June 27, 2025, 8:56 PM
Family June 27, 2025, 8:54 PM
Informed citizen June 25, 2025, 7:47 PM
Apex Jones June 25, 2025, 12:16 PM
My girl enjoy the trip and experience
Sammy June 25, 2025, 11:46 AM
Naomi June 25, 2025, 11:44 AM
Faithful National #1 June 25, 2025, 9:38 AM
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Commendation to Ms.Bique-Charles on being selected for this highly powerful meeting of the minds. I look forward with great anticipation to your usual excellent reporting post Meeting.
Waw June 25, 2025, 9:17 AM
Teacher for Life June 25, 2025, 8:36 AM