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Looking back: A review of trade finance predictions in 2023

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Looking back: A review of trade finance predictions in 2023
Sean Edwards, Head of Legal at SMBC Bank International, advises the trade finance team and Trade Innovation Unit. Chairman of ITFA, he co-drafted the URF and supply chain finance definitions. A former ICC Banking Commission member, Sean is also part of the WTO Trade Finance Expert Group and serves as a non-executive director at KomGo S.A. He has written for major trade finance publications, serves on GTR's editorial board, and is a frequent conference speaker.
Last updated on 21 Jul 2023
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