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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How the Documentary Credit can Thrive in a Digital Environment
In a wide-ranging overview of the documentary credit’s origins to its future viability, David Meynell is laser-focused on making the case that digital technology has thrust documentary credits into a promising new era primed to offer increased efficiency, transparency, and security.
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The French Adaptation of MLETR
France adopted law aligned with the UN Model Law on Electronic Transferable Records in 2024. As of August 2025, it now a degree which defines technical criteria for a reliable method to achieve the goals of the MLETR.
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Electronic Transport Documents from the MLEC to the MLETR
In many respects, the MLEC served as a starting point for treatment of electronic transport documents in the MLETR. This article explains the consistency of some provisions contained in the two Model Laws and areas where the MLETR differs and has advanced further.
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ICC Banking Commission Conducts Strategic Meeting
ICC Banking Commission meets in Singapore to discuss UCP revision, Basel III advocacy, ICC Trade Register expansion, and digital trade finance.
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MLETR vs. UCC Amendments: Highlighting the Key Differences
While both MLETR and the UCC Amendments provide means for facilitating digitalization of trade finance, key differences exist between these model laws. Marek Dubovec focuses on four main areas of difference.
