Treasury Priorities for Multinational Corporations - Middle East and Africa

Treasury Priorities for Multinational Corporations | 3 Foreword Ebru Pakcan – Cluster and Banking Head, Middle East and Africa, Citi “The Middle East and Africa (MEA) region continues to be a landscape of immense opportunity, characterized by demographic growth and a clear appetite for expansion. This survey provides a vital snapshot of the strategic priorities for the corporate leaders driving this progress. It is clear that navigating geopolitical shifts and regulatory diversity requires not just resilience but also sophisticated financial stewardship. At Citi, we are deeply committed to the success of our clients in this vibrant region, leveraging our long-standing presence and global expertise to help themmanage risks, optimize their financial structures, and ultimately, capture the growth that MEA has to offer.” Pavel Knecht – Cluster Head of Payments, Liquidity and Inside Sales, Middle East and Africa, Citi “To our esteemed clients and participants, thank you for making this report a powerful voice for treasury in the MEA region. In today’s complex economy, understanding the region’s specific challenges – frommanaging risk to digital transformation – is paramount . The insights contained herein offer a relevant snapshot of how treasury leaders are navigating this new landscape. At Citi, we are committed to being your trusted advisor on this journey and hope this report fosters deeper engagement around treasury excellence.” Marius Dorner – Global Head of Network Origination, Citi “The findings from our MEA survey are a powerful illustration of how global treasury themes are crystallizing in a unique regional context . The drive for digitalization, the challenges of managing cross-border liquidity, and the strategic management of FX risk are universal priorities for multinational corporations. However, their application in the MEA region requires a deeply nuanced approach. This is where the power of a global network becomes indispensable. By connecting our clients to on-the-ground expertise and consistent operational platforms across more than 90 markets, we help them standardize processes, mitigate localized risks, and implement global best practices effectively, turning regional complexity into a competitive advantage.” Ebru Pakcan Cluster and Banking Head, Middle East and Africa, Citi Pavel Knecht Cluster Head of Payments, Liquidity and Inside Sales, Middle East and Africa, Citi Marius Dorner Global Head of Network Origination, Citi