GG International
GG International's Economic and Public Policy expertise is built on decades of leadership in regulatory reform, financial sector development, and economic strategy. Our experts, including former government ministers and senior economic advisors, have shaped key policies in international trade, financial market liberalization, and infrastructure reform.
From advising on Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) to regulatory frameworks in emerging economies, we deliver strategic insights that drive economic growth, enhance governance, and foster sustainable development. Our work spans banking regulations, consumer protection laws, and investment policies across diverse global markets.
Key Areas of Expertise
Financial Sector Strategy & Regulatory Reforms
Infrastructure Policy & Public Investment Strategies
Climate Finance & ESG Policy Development
Trade, Investment, and Business Environment Reform
Economic Development & Public Sector Reform
(1) Financial Sector Strategy & Regulatory Reforms
At GG International, we understand that a
resilient financial sector is crucial for sustainable economic growth, and we specialize in
developing robust banking, insurance, and capital market frameworks.
We assist
central banks and financial regulators in strengthening monetary policy frameworks, risk-based supervision, and financial inclusion strategies. Our team has advised on
microfinance policies, fintech regulations, and sustainable investment mechanisms, ensuring
greater financial stability and accessibility in both developed and emerging markets.
Key Areas of Expertise
Our experts have led initiatives in:
Microfinance and financial inclusion programs
Capital market development and regulatory framework
Risk-based supervision for insurance and banking
Climate finance and ESG-compliant investment policies
Digital financial services, fintech, and e-payments regulations
Case Studies:
Cambodia: Cambodia Financial Sector Development Strategy: Contributed to capital markets regulatory including establishment of Cambodian Stock Exchange and training of regulator.
Liberia: Insurance Market Reforms: Assisted in redesigning insurance agent regulations to strengthen financial supervision.
Rwanda: Reform of then nascent banking sector, establishing Bankers Association and staff education and training schemes.
Nigeria: Inclusive Insurance & Risk Finance Report: Provided peer review and advisory support for a national study on inclusive insurance.
Mongolia: Inclusive Insurance & development.
Kazakhstan: Financial Sector Strategy including study on financial inclusion and SME credit access in partnership with the National Bank of Kazakhstan.
(2) Infrastructure Policy & Public Investment Strategies
GG International has provided policy guidance for large-scale infrastructure investments, ensuring sustainable and efficient development of energy, transport, and urban infrastructure projects.
Key Areas of Expertise
Our experts have led initiatives in:
PPP structuring and financing
National infrastructure policy developmentk
Energy sector reforms and privatization strategies
Telecommunications and ICT regulatory frameworks
Water and sanitation policy reform
Case Studies:
Kazakhstan: Provided regulatory and economic analysis for key sectors, ensuring sustainable investments, through reforming regulatory processes and adopting 'whole of government' e-gov strategies (Uzbekistan)
Cambodia: Real Property Registration & Cadastre Reform: Developed legal and policy recommendations to modernize land registration and property rights to enhance access to finance.
Mongolia: Mongolia Power Sector Reform: Advised the Ministry of Energy on corporatization and restructuring to improve electricity access.
(3) Climate Finance & ESG Policy Development
GG International integrates sustainability, environmental governance, and climate finance into economic policymaking. We work with governments, financial institutions, and development partners to promote:
Green bonds and climate-resilient investment frameworks
Carbon credit market development
ESG compliance and risk assessment
Renewable energy and sustainable financing mechanisms
Key Areas of Expertise
Our experts have led initiatives in:
PPP structuring and financing
National infrastructure policy development
Energy sector reforms and privatization strategies
Telecommunications and ICT regulatory frameworks
Water and sanitation policy reform
Case Studies:
15+ Countries worldwide: Developed Disaster Risk Management Strategies for Governments in line with the goals and targets of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, under a UNDP program.
Cambodia: Fair Finance Strategy for Cambodia: Developed an ESG reporting framework for banks, microfinance and other financial institutions, funded by the Swiss government and Oxfam.
Palestine: Agricultural Insurance System for Palestine: Designed a strategy for climate risk reduction and long term, economically sustainable, agricultural insurance.
Kenya: Kenya’s National Insurance Policy Reform: Assisted in integrating climate risk finance into national policies.
(4) Trade, Investment, and Business Environment Reform
GG International has assisted governments and multilateral organizations in designing and implementing policies to enhance foreign direct investment (FDI), trade competitiveness, and industrial development. We have led:
Green bonds and climate-resilient investment frameworks
Carbon credit market development
ESG compliance and risk assessment
Renewable energy and sustainable financing mechanisms
Key Areas of Expertise
Our experts have led initiatives in:
Investment policy reviews and reform.
Trade facilitation and market access strategies.
SME development and entrepreneurship support.
Digital economy and e-commerce policy frameworks.
Case Studies:
Palestine: Palestine Agricultural Insurance & Risk Reduction Strategy: Developed a 5-Year Strategic Plan in partnership with the EU and Oxfam
Samoa: Designed financial solutions for SME access to credit.
Syria: Reviewed and advised on Village Savings Scheme programs in Syria, including financial sector legal and regulatory anlaysis funded by IFAD.
(5) Economic Development & Public Sector Reform
Effective
economic development and public sector reform require a
balance between market-driven growth and strategic government intervention. GG International works with governments to
design and implement fiscal policies, regulatory reforms, and institutional frameworks that foster a
competitive and sustainable economy. Our expertise includes
public financial management, deregulation, and restructuring state-owned enterprises (SOEs). We have helped countries
streamline tax regimes, enhance trade policies, and modernize labor market regulations to boost productivity and job creation.
Key Areas of Expertise
Our experts have led initiatives in:
Public-private partnerships (PPPs)
Trade and investment policy
Taxation and fiscal reform
Deregulation and market liberalization
State-owned enterprise (SOE) reforms
Consumer protection and financial market oversight
Case Studies:
Worldwide: Our deputy chairman, Hon David Butcher (Former Minister of Commerce, New Zealand) has led our specialist teams overseeing major privatization and deregulation efforts, including reforms in electricity, telecommunications, and postal services.
