Sanctions

Preventing the Trade of Weapons to Myanmar

Exploring measures to prevent illicit arms trade to Myanmar. Learn about evasion techniques, global sanctions, and recommendations for maritime companies and financial institutions. Trade compliance in the aftermath of the Myanmar coup.

The Celestial Case: Does the UK Regulation Render Confirmer’s Payment Illegal?

2023 Americas Annual LC Survey • Executive Summary (Part 2)

This Executive Summary provides an overview of topics discussed and debated by leading professionals at Day 2 of the conference.

To What Extent is a Confirming Bank’s Undertaking Independent of the Issuing Bank’s Undertaking to the Beneficiary?

Confirmation to any modern-day documentary credit is an essential risk mitigation tool for a beneficiary that enables it to deal

2023 Americas Annual LC Survey • Executive Summary (Part 1)

For the 31st consecutive year, the Institute of International Banking Law & Practice conducted its Americas Annual LC Survey conference, 8-9 June 2023. This Executive Summary provides an overview of topics discussed and debated by leading professionals at Day 1 of the conference.

Vessel Ownership, Trade Finance and Regulatory Compliance

This paper explores vessel risk based upon whether Group Ownership information is known or unknown for each vessel alongside identified compliance behavior.