In Central Asia and Caucasus, the potential annual market for SCF is relatively large, up to $18 billion in the medium term. However, few countries in this region use any form of SCF, and in some, the concept is barely known.
In Central Asia and Caucasus, the potential annual market for SCF is relatively large, up to $18 billion in the medium term. However, few countries in this region use any form of SCF, and in some, the concept is barely known.
In 1977, as Mr Justice Kerr was coining his often-cited description of the letter of credit as the “lifeblood of international commerce”, the obstruction caused by the use of sanctions in international trade as a weapon of foreign policy would have been difficult to predict. The modern use of sanctions clauses would have been beyond comprehension.
The trade finance industry has long strived for inclusivity. It recognises the importance of embracing an overarching vision that fundamentally reimagines its practices. To fully realise this vision, it is imperative to actively engage African voices in trade finance discussions.
The potential impact of the UK’s incoming Electronic Trade Documents Bill goes far beyond a boost to the country’s trade prospects. By enshrining in law that a digital document is equivalent to physical paper, the reform means that counterparties can issue and process documents electronically by default, – and with UK law acting as the basis for trade transactions across much of the world, the opportunity for transformation is unprecedented.
Bahrain and the UK have officially entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish a strategic investment and collaboration partnership. The agreement paves the way for Bahrain‘s private sector,… read more →
On Friday, the World Bank revealed its approval of $1.5 billion in financing aimed at expediting the development of India’s low-carbon energy sector. This financial support serves to bolster India’s… read more →
The U.S. trade deficit in goods narrowed in May as imports declined, but the improvement was probably insufficient to prevent trade from being a drag on economic growth in the… read more →
According to a study released on Wednesday by the US-based Atlantic Council think tank, 130 nations, representing 98% of the global economy, are currently exploring digital variants of their currencies.… read more →
Though international trade is a complicated industry, there is one truth that is simple: the world runs on finance. There is a mind-boggling amount of capital floating around the globe. However, access to this financing has proven difficult for many companies and countries.
