Accelerating Clean Energy Technology Transformation with the Private Sector Read more about Accelerating Clean Energy Technology Transformation with the Private Sector An Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2019 Deep Dive Workshop
ADB Distinguished Speakers Program: Barry Eichengreen Read more about ADB Distinguished Speakers Program: Barry Eichengreen
ADB Distinguished Speakers Program: Robert Merton Read more about ADB Distinguished Speakers Program: Robert Merton Macro financial risk propagation and its implications on financial stability have emerged as major concerns of governments and financial institutions, particularly those with large financial asset pools. The global financial crisis in 2008–2009 was essentially centered on credit risk involving money markets, and the propagation of such risk across and among financial institutions and sovereigns is related to how connected they are.
Youth for Asia Voltage Tank Read more about Youth for Asia Voltage Tank An Asia Clean Energy Forum (ACEF) 2019 Deep Dive Workshop ADB Youth for Asia organized a capacity building workshop for young people with an educational/professional background in the energy space. The workshop was designed to empower young people in building a more sustainable future.
Trade Finance Products in Action/Case Study Read more about Trade Finance Products in Action/Case Study In this presentation, Mr. O'Brien walked participants through the process of a typical trade facilitation deal, and discussed a case study to get a better understanding of how it works.
Ultimate Beneficial Owners: International Standards and Practices Read more about Ultimate Beneficial Owners: International Standards and Practices In this presentation, Mr. Syquia guided participants in defining ultimate beneficial owners and applying the Financial Action Task Force (FATC) standards. He also discussed how to determine controlling ownership interests, structures designed to conceal beneficial ownership, and identifying who actually exercises control.
Letter of Credit Relay Read more about Letter of Credit Relay In this presentation, Mr. Packham and Mr. O'Brien gave an overview and the workflow for a Letter of Credit (LC) relay, and shares the challenges holding back Pacific countries. They also shared the benefits of LC relay, and potential solutions to overcome the challenges which were earlier presented.
Digital KYC Solutions: Everest Read more about Digital KYC Solutions: Everest In this presentation, Mr. Reid gave an overview and architecture of Everest's digital Know Your Customer platform, and how they process the on-boarding and verification of users/entities. He also shared an example from the Central Bank of Samoa to illustrate the money transfer chain of custody, remittance ID verification and transaction tracking and reporting.
Trade Loans: A Less Risky Alternative to Overdrafts Read more about Trade Loans: A Less Risky Alternative to Overdrafts In this presentation, Mr. Packham shares the definition, purpose, and applicability of a trade finance loan. He also underscored the advantages of trade loans and its benefits to the customer and gave an overview of a trade cycle analysis, which can be used to help establish a trade loan facility.
Environmental and Social Safeguards for Trade Read more about Environmental and Social Safeguards for Trade In this presentation, Mr. Sutken presented the definition of sustainable trade finance, as well as the drivers of change in trade finance and the potential risks of inaction. He also shared information on the ICC process, as well as the web platform for agro-commodities.