Engaging Private Sector in COVID-19 Response Read more about Engaging Private Sector in COVID-19 Response Presentation on engaging private sector in the COVID-19 response.
Moral Hazard of Renewable Energy Economic Incentives: A Private Sector Perspective Read more about Moral Hazard of Renewable Energy Economic Incentives: A Private Sector Perspective Investors need certainty. Yet, government incentives are public policy-based goods. Public policy is not law and can change at any moment. Change in government, change in strategy, change in budget all influence public policy. Acknowledging possible public policy change upfront is a necessary part of an investor’s risk assessment. Assuming no change in policy creates the moral hazard of banking on the non-bankable.
Bansari Saha Keywords economist private sector public sector Energy Economics public policy environment clean energy Read more about Bansari Saha Dr. Bansari Saha, a Senior Director at ICF, is an economist by training and supports public and private sector clients understand the economic effects of public policy decision-making. His expertise lies in the intersection of energy and environmental issues and studying the economic and distributional impacts of policies that attempt to find an optimal balance between the two. Dr. Saha has worked extensively on international economic development issues, particularly for developing countries in South and Southeast Asia.
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
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.