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Abu Dhabi, UAE – Waleed Saeed Al Awadhi, CEO of the UAE Capital Market Authority (CMA), has secured unanimous reappointment as Chair of the Africa and Middle East Regional Committee (AMERC) under the International Organisation of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) for the term covering 2026–2028.
AMERC consists of 41 regulatory bodies spread across Africa and the Middle East, composed of 29 voting members and 12 associate non-voting members. This committee operates as an essential forum for regional collaboration, policy synchronization, and the reinforcement of robust financial markets.
His uncontested reappointment speaks volumes about the global confidence in Al Awadhi’s leadership and reflects the UAE’s ongoing dedication to transparent practices, market integrity, and progressive regulation in finance. Under his leadership, AMERC has been relentlessly focused on fortifying supervisory frameworks, enhancing cross-border cooperation, and nurturing the growth of capital markets.
Al Awadhi will persist in representing AMERC on the IOSCO Board, ensuring that the needs and perspectives of Africa and the Middle East are prominently considered in global regulatory discussions. His role reinforces the UAE’s stature as a dependable center for both regional and global financial governance.
Mohamed Al Shorafa, Chairman of the CMA Board, stated: “Al Awadhi’s reappointment is a testament to the confidence placed in the UAE’s regulatory system. Despite regional challenges, the UAE remains committed to maintaining stable capital markets that inspire trust within Africa and the Middle East.”
Looking toward the future, AMERC plans to prioritize the enhancement of capital markets, tackle emerging risks, champion innovation in digital assets, and promote sustainable finance along with investor education among member states.
Founded in 1983, IOSCO serves as the global authority on securities regulation, with more than 200 members overseeing over 95% of financial markets worldwide.
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