Writing as a trade finance professional with a long background in the business, Dave Meynell offers his personal views on factors contributing to the sharp reduction in ICC Official Opinions issued over the past several years.
Gabriel SHAM is an independent consultant providing training and advice on trade finance matters to banks and corporates. He is a DCW Editorial Advisory Board Member.
Singapore's TradeTrust, developed by IMDA, integrates global standards, UNCITRAL's MLETR, and blockchain, allowing verification of electronically issued documents for global trade.
A Singapore court case highlights critical pitfalls in handling demand guarantees. This article unpacks lessons for bankers on documentation, fraud risk, counter-guarantees, and navigating complex cross-border disputes.
