In Memoriam: James Barnes
The trade world was saddened by the news of the loss of one of our own: Jim Barnes. Below are
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DCW Updates
Lin Named Partner at Rajah & Tann
Singapore attorney Nathanael Lin Named equity Partner at Rajah & Tann and will cover shipping, commodities and trade finance.
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NY Supreme Court Grants Summary Judgment to BNP
The Supreme Court of New York issued decisions granting summary judgment to BNP Paribas for more than USD 46 million plus interest against Natixis.
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ICC Technical Advisory Briefing No. 1 (TAB-1) - on Non-Documentary Conditions
The ICC Banking Commission released its “Technical Advisory Briefing No. 1” on the topic of Non-Documentary conditions in Documentary Credits subject to UCP 600.
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Sri Lanka: Importers now Insisting on Confirmed LCs
As the country’s foreign exchange shortage worsens, regular suppliers of imports who previously extended credit terms are now insisting on confirmed LCs.
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Stevenson Appointed SVP of Trade at BAFT
Longtime trade finance expert Scott Stevenson joined BAFT as Senior Vice President of Trade in 2021.
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Joint Motion for Protective Order Granted in Zions
US Court granted a joint motion for a protective order in breach of contract action Zions v. JPMorgan.
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England’s Vexing Guarantee Legacy: Can Better be Done?
Did English courts finally define the difference between a surety guarantee versus a demand guarantee?
DCW Conference Report
January 2022 ABA/ABA Financial Crimes Enforcement Conference: Executive Summary
The American Bar Association and the American Bankers Association (ABA) jointly hosted their 33rd Financial Crimes Enforcement Conference as a virtual event, 11-13 January 2022.
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Additional ICC Technical Advisory Briefing Topics Identified
Following the release of TAB-1, the ICC announced three future TABs for 2023 and beyond.
DCW Conference Report
October 2021 ICC Banking Commission Technical Meeting: Executive Summary
ICC BC reviewed 6 draft opinions during its 2021, including cases on sanctions clauses, avalisation, and non-payment. Discussions drew input from 33 National Committees and addressed evolving practice, legal interpretation, and rule clarity.