Maktoum bin Mohammed discusses with the president and executive director of the Mizuho International Financial Group, the prospects for cooperation and ways to enhance it

Maktoum bin Mohammed discusses with the president and executive director of the Mizuho International Financial Group, the prospects for cooperation and ways to enhance it
Dubai, May 1 / WAM / His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, First Deputy Governor of Dubai, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance, received the President of the Dubai International Financial Center today, Mashaheu Kihara, President and Executive Director of the Mizuho Financial Group, ancient Japanese, which is one of the largest financial groups specialized in the field of markets, financial consultations and financing solutions.
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, during the meeting that took place in the Office of His Highness the Ruler of Dubai, noted the commitment of the UAE to enhance cooperation and partnership relations with the major international financial institutions, within the framework of its strategic vision to expand its pivotal role in the field of financial services globally, pointing to the great capabilities of the state and represents an important pillar of this vision from a global infrastructure, legislation and flexible and developed organizational frameworks And the environment that stimulates creativity and innovation, which are combined factors for global financial companies is an ideal platform to take advantage of emerging opportunities in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia.
The meeting touched on the great aspirations that Dubai set for the future of its financial sector, which was translated by the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, especially in terms of reaching Dubai to the list of the most important 4 global financial centers, and consolidating its position as a global destination for financial institutions, financial technology companies and global innovation companies, focused on this on a solid base of the leading operational, legal and organizational frameworks, and a work approach based on building And consolidating successful partnerships with major financial companies around the world.
His Highness Sheikh Maktoum bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum reviewed with the president and executive director of the Mezoho Financial Group of the group’s plans and aspirations for the future of its activities in the region. The two sides also discussed opportunities to enhance cooperation, especially in the field of financial technology and digital transformation.
The meeting also dealt with the most prominent incentives that Dubai provides to the business community and global investors, and the features that make it an ideal starting platform for financial companies seeking to expand their business in the region, with the chances of strengthening new partnerships with emerging markets.
The meeting was attended by His Excellency Mohammed bin Hadi Al -Husseini, Minister of State for Financial Affairs, His Excellency Hilal Saeed Al -Marri, Director General of the Department of Economy and Tourism in Dubai, His Excellency Issa Kazem, Governor of the Dubai International Financial Center, and Hisham Abdullah Al -Qasim, Vice -Chairman of the Board of Directors, Managing Director of Emirates NBD Group.
Mezoho Financial Group, its headquarters, Tokyo, offers integrated solutions that combine banking services, securities and asset management through its global network that covers the main international markets.

The group serves a diverse customer base that includes large companies, financial institutions, public sector institutions, as well as individuals.
It is noteworthy that the group announced last December the total size of its assets, which amounted to about 285 trillion Japanese yen.

The number of the group’s employees has reached more than 52,000 employees until the end of March 2024. The operations of the Japanese group in Dubai are based on “Mezoho Bank” and “Mezoho International” affiliated with its offices through their offices at the Dubai International Financial Center.

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