Jersey has been named Best International Finance Centre at the WealthBriefing MENA Awards 2020, held in Dubai on Monday.
The awards are designed to recognise companies, teams and individuals deemed to have demonstrated innovation and excellence during 2019.
The judges commented: “Jersey Finance is focused on differentiating through a comprehensive outreach programme that saw its first full year as the first IFC to establish a presence in the Dubai International Finance Centre.
"Our judges were very impressed by their detailed submission, which listed areas of excellence and how it is leading the way in terms of international compliance and regulatory cooperation.”
Faizal Bhana, Director Middle East, Africa and India at Jersey Finance, accepted the award at the ceremony this week.
Joe Moynihan (pictured), Chief Executive Officer of Jersey Finance, commented: "Jersey has a strong and solid relationship with the Gulf Region and we are proud Jersey has been recognised as their leading IFC.
"It’s testament to the hard work our industry has put in throughout the year and Jersey’s longstanding ability to offer a stable, well-regulated, high-quality commercial environment.”
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