Leading thinker on Brexit to talk about offshore dimension
THE impact of Brexit on the finance industry is set to be discussed by a leading UK economist during a visit to Guernsey.
The GTA University Centre is holding an event titled ‘The Future of Offshore in a Post-Brexit Economy’ in January with Dr Savvas Savouri, chief economist for Toscafund Asset Management. Dr Savouri holds a doctorate in econometrics and mathematical economics from the London School of Economics.
‘The shape of the future for offshore jurisdictions like Guernsey has never been more uncertain than it is today as Brexit continues to dominate the political and economic conversation,’ said Dr Savouri.
‘Understanding and adapting to the implications of exiting the EU, in whatever form it may take, or dealing with matters if exit is delayed or indeed reversed, will be vital to ensure the offshore community can continue to thrive. Thrive too by developing strategies to capitalise on China’s ever growing need to have financial hubs in the western hemisphere.’
Camilla Hobbs, programmes manager at the GTA, said: ‘We’re excited that he is coming to Guernsey to talk specifically about the challenges facing the island’s economy in the light of Brexit and the ways we might turn this potential threat to our benefit.’
The hour-long talk will be followed by an interactive panel session with Guernsey finance industry experts, moderated by James Falla, communications manager at industry promotional agency Guernsey Finance.
After the talk, attendees will have the chance to discuss the key topics debated with Dr Savouri and the other delegates over networking drinks.
‘Much of our work over the past two years has been focused on ensuring that financial services in Guernsey are well-positioned for the future once Britain leaves the EU.
‘At this important time this is an ideal opportunity to hear from a leading thinker on Brexit and the offshore dimension who knows Guernsey well,’ said Dominic Wheatley, chief executive of Guernsey Finance, which is sponsoring the event.
Dr Savouri will be speaking at St Pierre Park Hotel from 4pm on Thursday 17 January 2019, with the event scheduled to close at 7pm. You can find more information on the GTA’s website: https://www.gta.gg/course/the-future-of-offshore-in-a-post-brexit-economy-with-dr-savvas-savouri/.
