1 October 2025, Cairo. Deputy Secretary General of the Union for the Mediterranean, Meltem Büyükkarakaş, warned that only stronger integration can unlock the region’s potential. She stressed that the Mediterranean today faces “geopolitical tensions, developmental gaps, social inequalities and the digital divide,” adding that green and digital transitions must be the drivers of future cooperation. She reaffirmed the UfM’s commitment to turning this vision into “concrete actions with tangible impact for the people of our region.”Discussions focused on four key priorities: the role of artificial intelligence in finance, sustainable development financing, advancing financial inclusion, and promoting regional financial integration. At the close of the meeting, participants agreed that Spain’s Banco de España will host the next edition of the Conference, with a preparatory technical meeting to be held in advance to further coordination among central banks.