In a promising move for investor awareness and financial education, First National Finance Corporation has officially joined the global campaign for World Investor Week (WIW), an initiative led by the International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO). Held from October 6 to 12, this worldwide campaign is designed to promote financial literacy and raise awareness on responsible investing, with a particular focus this year on digital finance technologies, artificial intelligence (AI), and fraud and scam prevention.
IOSCO, the global standard-setter for securities regulation, comprises over 130 regulatory bodies around the world. The organization works to ensure transparency, fairness, and efficiency in capital markets. Through initiatives like WIW, IOSCO encourages cooperation across borders and industries to strengthen public understanding of financial markets and reduce investor vulnerability.
The 2025 campaign centers around three timely themes, Technology and Digital Finance, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Fraud and Scam Prevention, reflecting the current transformations reshaping global finance. The campaign also explores critical emerging topics such as crypto assets and fundamentals of investment, aimed at helping individuals make informed decisions while navigating increasingly complex financial products and platforms.
In the Maldives, First National Finance Corporation’s participation marks a continuation of its commitment to enhancing financial knowledge among the public, especially younger audiences. The institution previously contributed to the 2024 WIW campaign by organizing financial literacy sessions for school students, a program that was widely commended for its proactive approach to early investor education.
Building on that success, First National is organizing a series of events throughout this year’s WIW, including community workshops, media campaigns, and educational outreach programs. These activities aim to equip citizens with the knowledge to better understand digital financial tools, recognize financial risks, and confidently engage with investment opportunities.
This initiative aligns with the Maldivian government’s broader efforts under the administration of President Dr. Mohamed Muizzu to enhance financial inclusion and empower individuals through economic knowledge. The current government has actively supported programs that foster responsible financial behavior, recognizing that financial literacy is vital not only for personal development but also for national economic resilience.
By embracing a forward-thinking, internationally recognized campaign such as WIW, the Maldives reinforces its commitment to developing a financially informed and digitally capable population—an essential foundation as the nation continues to modernize its economy and open its doors to global investment and tourism.
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