AML Briefing – Customer Due Diligence Read more about AML Briefing – Customer Due Diligence In this presentation, Mr. Syquia walked participants through the process of customer identification, due diligence, and monitoring and periodic review. He also discussed the different types of customers, intermediate jurisdictions for potential integrity and reputational risks, as well as enhanced due diligence, sanctions, and politically exposed persons.
Basic Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Trade-based Money Laundering Concepts Read more about Basic Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Trade-based Money Laundering Concepts In this presentation, Mr. Syquia gives an overview of money laundering, including its stages, cycle, effects, and methods. He also emphasized the concept of trade-based money laundering, as well as some basic considerations and selected standards in establishing an adequate anti-money laundering program.
Workshop on AML/CFT and Trade Finance Read more about Workshop on AML/CFT and Trade Finance This three-day workshop gathered 40 representatives from 28 local commercial and international banks and government institutions from 11 countries in the Pacific region. Experts from ADB’s Trade Finance Program (TFP) updated participants on anti-money laundering (AML) and trade-based money laundering concepts, ADB’s customer due diligence and environmental and social safeguard standards, case studies to show how trade finance is evolving in the region and globally, as well as recent trends in supply chain finance.
PHOTO GALLERY: World Environment Day 2019: Panel Discussion on Beating Air Pollution, Making Asia’s Cities Livable Read more about PHOTO GALLERY: World Environment Day 2019: Panel Discussion on Beating Air Pollution, Making Asia’s Cities Livable A selection of photos taken from the event, World Environment Day 2019: Panel Discussion on Beating Air Pollution, Making Asia’s Cities Livable. The event sought to discuss what additional actions can ADB do to work with its developing member countries (DMCs) to address air pollution.
Air Quality Improvement in the BTH Region Read more about Air Quality Improvement in the BTH Region In this presentation, Lin Lu outline the PRC's air quality challenges, and what needs to be done to address them. She also shared ADB's approach in the Beijing-Tianjin-Hebei region, identifying the issues encountered and the reform approach and presented specific ADB activities in the PRC that impacts air quality. Ms. Lu emphasized the need for long-term financing and technological support, as well as an approach that is cross-sectoral, pragmatic, and systematic to improve air quality in the BTH region.
PHOTO GALLERY: Seminar on International Rules and Practices for Secure International Trade Read more about PHOTO GALLERY: Seminar on International Rules and Practices for Secure International Trade A selection of official event photos taken during the Seminar on International Rules and Practices for Secure International Trade, which aimed to guide participants through the typical trade and supply chain finance cycle, identifying the correct trade product for different stages and situations and how to apply them for best results and development impact. Click here for the complete set of event photos.
Trade Finance Program in Central and West Asia Read more about Trade Finance Program in Central and West Asia In this presentation, Ms. Khurodze discussed ADB's Trade Finance Program, which provides guarantees and loans to banks to support trade. She also gave an overview of the program's main products, benefits, and highlights.
ADB Private Sector Financial Institutions (Russian Version) Read more about ADB Private Sector Financial Institutions (Russian Version) In this presentation, Mr. Azizov provides an introduction to ADB's Private Sector Financial Institutions as a single-window solution for ADB's Financial Institution clients. He also gave some insight into ADB's value addition, ADB's project approval workflow, and case studies that illustrate the impact of its private sector programs and technical assistance.
ADB Private Sector Financial Institutions (English Version) Read more about ADB Private Sector Financial Institutions (English Version) In this presentation, Mr. Azizov provides an introduction to ADB's Private Sector Financial Institutions as a single-window solution for ADB's Financial Institution clients. He also gave some insight into ADB's value addition, ADB's project approval workflow, and case studies that illustrate the impact of its private sector programs and technical assistance.
Start Up Your Supply Chain Finance Business with Payables Finance Read more about Start Up Your Supply Chain Finance Business with Payables Finance In this presentation, Mr. Entrekin gives an overview of payables financing, its advantages, and a guide to prospecting and convincing anchor buyers to offer payables finance. He also discusses how to approach the onboarding of suppliers, the technological tools to support Supply Chain Finance, and the decision factors that banks should consider.