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ITFA LAUNCHES OPEN ACCOUNT DISTRIBUTION FRAMEWORK, April 2024


…(BAFT) master participation agreement (MPA) of 2018. It will provide a framework for the funded distribution of supply chain finance and receivables finance transactions under an assignment structure. Coles explains…

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VEFI Christmas Cocktail 2024, Zurich


…the prestigious Haus zum den, this event promises an evening of merriment, networking, and holiday cheer. More details to follow soon – mark your calendars and prepare to toast to…

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VEFI Summer Cocktail Party, Zurich


…Time:                           From 17:30 till 20:00 Location:                    Ruderclub Belvoir, Mythenquai 85, 8022 Zürich  This event is reserved exclusively for VEFI and ITFA members. The…

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VEFI Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Seminar, Zurich


…the Haus zum den in Zurich. Please click on the below links for further information: VEFI AGM Invitation Registration Form  The Guest Speaker will be Ms. Shivali Sitters (HSBC Zurich Branch and Reservist of…

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ITFA Emerging Leaders Committee – Election Result


…AIGSam Fowler-Holmes, SullivanKatie Gates, DNBAdriana Cano Buchholz, SantanderCharlotte Russo, AIGRuby Zhou, UBS O’ConnorCaitlin MacNamara, KomgoVikrant Yadav, CredAble We would also like to congratulate those candidates who didn’t get elected this…

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ITFA / FCI EBRD Workshop, Yerevan, Armenia


ITFA is attending the 2024 EBRD Annual Meeting  and Trade Facilitation Programme (TFP) Information Session in Yerevan, Armenia, where we will be running a workshop “Unlocking Financial Efficiency & New Revenue Streams:…

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CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE – Sean Edwards, ITFA Chairman, March 2024


…new Basel rules, where we met with the EBA in the next stage of our ongoing work following the amendment we secured to the draft EU Basel rules. We have…

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THE VOICES FROM OUR REGIONS, March 2024


…goes on! We finished off the event with a drinks and tacos reception at The Rustic downtown – where participants kicked back Rodeo style—networked and shared “war stories” from the…

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ITFA WEBINAR AIMS TO SHED LIGHT ON ESG AND CLIMATE CHANGE REPORTING, March 2024


…and Exchange Commission (SEC) in the US announced new rules in March governing climate disclosures –  including scope 1 and 2 emissions – made within public companies’ annual reports. Just…

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ITFA’s INSURANCE COMMITTEE HAS ENCOURAGING MEETING WITH EBA, March 2024


…the impact of finalised Basel III regulations on the use of credit insurance. The meeting, held in Paris on 20 February, 2024, was the culmination of four years of advocacy…

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ITFA ARC WORKSHOP & PARTICIPATION IN GTR AFRICA 2024 (Cape Town), March 2024


…demonstrating how URF800 proved beneficial to the discounting entity.  She encouraged participants to make their trade finance contracts subject to these rules. Additionally, Sean explained how Digitalization will streamline bureaucratic…

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FINAL CALL – ITFA Martin Ashurst Mentorship Programme 2024


…and how long should it last? (more details will be provided during the initial kick-off event)> Programme will run until the end of the year to allow mentors and mentees…

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THE IMPLICATIONS OF CLOSING THE SUEZ CANAL TO SHIPPING, February 2024


Written by KCS Group Europe, ITFA Member Institution, in February 2024 The development of the East-West trade corridor provides Russia, Iran and China with more key markets in the Middle East,…

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ITFA “OPENS DOORS” TO GLOBAL NETWORK OF CONTACTS, February 2024


Written by Rebecca Spong, Editorial Consultant, February 2024 ITFA’s members greatly value the association’s ability to “open doors” to a global network of business partners, experts and industry professionals, according…

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ITFA Webinar – ‘Debunking ESG and climate reporting myths – what you have to know and what you don’t’


…resulted in him partnering with & subsequently joining FTSE Russell who acquired his business in 2018 having launched multiple indexes derived from his work.  As part of this partnership, he…

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ITFA Educational Seminar – Part 2 in London


…topics, including but not limited to Trade Finance Instruments, structures and security, current and new ICC Rules, Modern Forfaiting, Receivables/Supply Chain Finance, Participation Agreements, Insurance, ESG, Fintech, Risk Distribution and other Mitigation techniques. The preliminary programme can…

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ITFA Educational Seminar – Part 1 in London


…junior staff and those new to trade, the seminar will cover a broad range of trade and supply chain finance topics, including but not limited to Trade Finance Instruments, structures and…

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ITFA Americas and IECA Houston Rodeo Education and Networking Event, Houston


…impacts. The day will wrap up with a Networking Event at The Rustic Downtown, providing an opportunity for attendees to mingle with colleagues, both familiar faces and new connections, to…

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ITFA unveils workstreams to transform trade finance investment ecosystem


…trade finance asset originators; ensuring a clear understanding of the technical aspects of distribution and data-sharing requirements; and addressing legal and regulatory considerations from an investor standpoint.Stream B – Rules…

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CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE – Sean Edwards, ITFA Chairman / SMBC, January 2024


…you may already be aware that this milestone event will take place in the beautiful location of Cyprus. Our dedicated team has hit the ground running, putting together an engaging…

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