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The ITFA Middle East Regional Committee is pleased to announce its 6th Annual Trade Finance Forum 2024. The Forum, which will be an in-person event, will be held on Wednesday 🗓 18th September, at the DIFC Academy, Dubai, UAE. Preliminary Agenda 08:45 – 09:15 Registration 09:15 – 09:30 Keynote speech – Regional Macroeconomic Update 09:30 – 10:30 Panel 1 – GenAI and trade finance #digitization: catalyst or hype? 10:30 – 11:00 Networking break 11:00 – 12:00 Panel 2 – #TradeFinanceAssets: a new investment alternative for your portfolio REGISTER here https://lnkd.in/d2sRqdAu We kindly request your response by no later than Monday 16th September. Registration will be on a first come first served basis, so please register as soon as possible. We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Allianz Trade in Middle East for their generous sponsorship of this event. #UAE #Dubai #Tradefinance #networking #registernow #networkingevent #events2024 #itfaevents #knowledgesharing #businessrelations #marketupdate #tradefinancegap   Sean Edwards Lorna Pillow André Casterman Chris Hall Duarte Pedreira Hernan Mayol Paul Coles Swaroop N L N Sian Aspinall Silja Calac Simon Cook Fatenah Danab Naura Hussain Alexia Vella Alison Muscat Andrea Martin Petra O'Connell Lanika Vella Desira Duncan Friggieri ITFA Middle East ITFA Americas (AMRC)

Join the ITFA Board at this year’s ITFA #AnnualConference, happening next week from September 4-6 in #Cyprus. If you haven’t registered yet, there’s still time — click here to secure your spot! https://lnkd.in/eWyJw6Cm We are excited to announce that our keynote opening will feature two speakers: Constantinos Petrides - Former Minister of Finance of the Republic of Cyprus and Natasha Condon - Global Head of Trade Sales, JPMorganChase. This opening session is to be held on Wednesday 4th September, and will explore the current geopolitical and #trade environment and #challenges whilst also looking forward to how we might manage, control and adapt to the knowns and unknowns in our #future, drawing on new ideas, #technologies and approaches. Click here to view the full conference programme https://lnkd.in/eShZ57HU #Tradefinance #itfacyprus2024 #esg #fintech #networking #registernow #Europe #supplychainfinance #networkingevent #events2024 #itfaevents #regulation #knowledgesharing #businessrelations #regulatory #fintech #digitsation   Sean Edwards Lorna Pillow André Casterman Chris Hall Duarte Pedreira Hernan Mayol Paul Coles Swaroop N L N Sian Aspinall Silja Calac Simon Cook Alexia Vella Alison Muscat Andrea Martin Petra O'Connell Lanika Vella Desira Duncan Friggieri ITFA Middle East ITFA Americas (AMRC)

ITFA, the global #tradefinance industry body, is taking a stand against the #tradefinancegap!    For the very first time, we are bringing together the most influential minds in the trade finance industry under one roof with one resolve – to overcome the trade finance gap once and for all. The Trade and Supply Chain Finance Gap Summit – Trade Finance Conference of Parties Meeting 1 (TF COP1) – will be held at the headquarters of the IFC - International Finance Corporation in Washington, DC, on Monday 28th October 2024 (a full-day event).    Participation will be by invitation only, ensuring that attendees are senior representatives from the trade finance industry. This approach will ensure a diverse representation of both functional and geographical perspectives within the sector.    Full details on the conference can be found on this page of the ITFA website   https://lnkd.in/dqVnSJ6Y   If you feel that you and your organisation should be involved in these discussions, please contact [email protected]. #marketupdates #itfaevent #multilaterals Sean Edwards Lorna Pillow André Casterman Chris Hall Duarte Pedreira Hernan Mayol Paul Coles Sian Aspinall Silja Calac Swaroop N L N Simon Cook Tedd George Shannon Manders Alexia Vella Alison Muscat Andrea Martin Petra O'Connell Lanika Vella Desira Duncan Friggieri ITFA Middle East ITFA Americas (AMRC)

It's nearly time for ITFA 50th Annual International Trade and Forfaiting Conference in Cyprus. WTW are thrilled to be the exclusive global sponsor of the event, the 50th edition will take place across 4 - 6 September offering access to exceptional speakers and networking opportunities within the trade and supply chain finance markets. Our Cruz González Agrelo and Alastair Hill will both be speaking at the event, plus Chris Hall, Andrew van den Born and Antonio Garrocho Giráldez will be also attending. Find out more: https://ow.ly/sG9f50T7pBA We look forward to seeing you there! #WTWFinancialSolutions #ITFA #ITFACyprus2024

We are excited to announce that last week one of our advisory board members, Anton Posner (CEO of The Mercury Group), appeared on Bloomberg Surveillance, delivering the latest and greatest insights in the #supplyChain and #logistics world. We take pride in our members' contributions to leading industry discussions, demonstrating the thought #leadership that propels our organization and the industry forward. Catch the highlight of his appearance below! 👇 #ITFA #BloombergSurveillance #SupplyChain #Logistics #Trade 

Have you secured your spot yet? The ITFA 50th #AnnualConference is just around the corner! Register now: https://lnkd.in/eWyJw6Cm With over 300 delegates and counting, we've set a new attendance record! Register now to avoid disappointment! We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our sponsors, whose support makes these high-calibre events possible. Special thanks to our Exclusive Platinum Sponsor Deutsche Bank. We warmly invite all attendees to visit the sponsorship booths during the conference. And finally, do not forget to download the conference app 📱 #Tradefinance #itfacyprus2024 #esg #fintech #networking #registernow #Europe #supplychainfinance #networkingevent #events2024 #itfaevents #regulation #knowledgesharing #businessrelations #regulatory #fintech #digitsation   Sean Edwards Lorna Pillow André Casterman Chris Hall Duarte Pedreira Hernan Mayol Paul Coles Swaroop N L N Sian Aspinall Silja Calac Simon Cook Alexia Vella Alison Muscat Andrea Martin Petra O'Connell Lanika Vella Desira Duncan Friggieri ITFA Middle East ITFA Americas (AMRC)

Join the ITFA Board at this year's ITFA Annual Conference, taking place from 4-6 September in #Cyprus. Register now by clicking here https://lnkd.in/eWyJw6Cm We are thrilled to announce the session titled "#ESG – US vs Europe vs Africa vs Asia". This fireside chat will be between Dr. Rebecca Harding - Rebeccanomics  and  Thierry Hebraud - The Mauritius Commercial Bank Ltd.  In this fireside chat, the two will discuss sustainability in #Africa and the reasons for it to be treated distinctively when developing frameworks or principles for ESG reporting standards. This will be an opportunity for Dr. Harding to profile the work being done by the ITFA Working Group to create inclusive principles around ESG reporting and the discussion will look at practical examples and considerations when measuring ESG in Africa. Audience members will have a unique opportunity to ask about best practice for ESG reporting in Africa and to compare this with practice in other regions of the world. This session is scheduled for Friday, 6th September.  Click here https://lnkd.in/eShZ57HU to view the full conference programme. #itfacyprus2024 #esg #fintech #networking #registernow #Europe #supplychainfinance #networkingevent #events2024 #itfaevents #regulation #knowledgesharing #businessrelations #regulatory #fintech #digitsation   Sean Edwards Lorna Pillow André Casterman Chris Hall Duarte Pedreira Hernan Mayol Paul Coles Swaroop N L N Sian Aspinall Silja Calac Simon Cook Alexia Vella Alison Muscat Andrea Martin Petra O'Connell Lanika Vella Desira Duncan Friggieri ITFA Middle East ITFA Americas (AMRC) 

Natasha Condon from J.P. Morgan shares her experience as a long-time ITFA #member, highlighting how her #membership has helped her #connect with peers, future colleagues and clients through ITFA events. She also covers ITFA’s industry representation work and the educational resources that keep her and her team informed. Watch Natasha’s story and discover how ITFA can benefit you too! #ITFA #MembershipPerks #Networking #ProfessionalGrowth Sean Edwards Lorna Pillow André Casterman Chris Hall Duarte Pedreira Hernan Mayol Paul Coles Swaroop N L N Sian Aspinall Silja Calac Simon Cook Alexia Vella Alison Muscat Andrea Martin Petra O'Connell Lanika Vella Desira Duncan Friggieri Shannon Manders ITFA Middle East ITFA Americas (AMRC)

10 days to go....kind reminder to all registered participants to download the app and start connecting #itfacyprus2024

Last few days! Last few rooms! The countdown is on! ⏳ 10 days remaining until the highly anticipated 50th Annual Conference #itfacyprus2024 Haven’t registered yet? Register today here! https://lnkd.in/eWyJw6Cm This premier event unites industry professionals from diverse sectors for an engaging and informative experience. Don’t miss your chance to enhance your #knowledge and expand your #network. We would also like to express our heartfelt gratitude to 💎Exclusive Diamond Sponsor J.P. Morgan 💎 Kind reminder to download the conference app and to ensure you stop by the sponsorship booths during the event. See you in Cyprus! #Tradefinance #itfacyprus2024 #esg #fintech #networking #registernow #Europe #supplychainfinance #networkingevent #events2024 #itfaevents #regulation #knowledgesharing #businessrelations #regulatory #fintech #digitsation   Sean Edwards Lorna Pillow André Casterman Chris Hall Duarte Pedreira Hernan Mayol Paul Coles Swaroop N L N Sian Aspinall Silja Calac Simon Cook Alexia Vella Alison Muscat Andrea Martin Petra O'Connell Lanika Vella Desira Duncan Friggieri