This Week's Wrap-up | 25 October 2024

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FCI announces a new partnership with MonetaGo. The partnership will grow the adoption of enhanced fraud prevention measures, including interoperable receivables recording centres, to drive meaningful action in combatting fraud in factoring and receivables finance. >Read more

In this extract from the FCI Annual Review 2024, we explore the Roundtable Discussion where Richard Stehl (FCI Legal Committee Chairman) discussed the FCI Legal Study with Marek Dubovec, S.J.D. (International Law Institute); William Brydie-Watson, Esq. (UNIDROIT - International Institute for the Unification of Private Law); and Enga Kameni Ph.D (African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)). At FCI's 55th Annual Meeting in Marrakech, FCI presented its latest Legal Study, a comprehensive analysis of the global legal and regulatory framework for factoring and trade receivables finance across 91 countries. This study, the most extensive of its kind, covers critical topics like local regulations, electronic communications, and dispute resolution. Led by R. Yüce UYANIK from the FCI Legal Committee, the study features insights from 58 new countries outside the EU, presented through clear charts and country-specific data to support market participants worldwide. >Read more

FCI Events

FCI Academy ’s International Factoring & Receivables Finance Seminar is coming to Mumbai! Join us on 21-22 November 2024 to gain key insights into factoring operations, risk management, and cross-border transactions. This is your chance to engage with industry leaders, enhance your knowledge, and strengthen your network. With India's factoring market growing rapidly, now is the time to get ahead. >Read more

Catch up with what happened in Prague this week!

• Dobré ráno z Prahy! Good morning from Prague! We kicked off the day with a powerful series of sessions at the Workshop on Legal Matters in Factoring & Supply Chain Finance in Prague, delving into the legal frameworks that shape international trade and open account receivables finance. >Read more
• And that’s a wrap on the 15th CEE & SEE Regional Conference on Factoring & Supply Chain Finance! As we conclude two inspiring days in Prague, we want to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who made this event successful. From exploring cutting-edge trends to sharing best practices in sustainable finance, digital transformation, and risk management, these two days have been filled with knowledge and collaboration. >Read more

Upcoming events:

• Webinar on FCIreverse – EDIreverse messages | 7 November 2024 | Zoom Webinars
• International Factoring & Receivables Finance: Enhancing Business Stability & Growth | 21-22 November 2024 | Mumbai, India
• Webinar on FCIreverse – EDIreverse messages | 4 December 2024 | Zoom Webinars
• EFF & FCI Workshop on International Factoring for Northern Africa | 10-12 December 2024 | Cairo, Egypt
• Supporting SMEs within the Financial Supply Chain through Traditional & Reverse Factoring | 24-25 February 2025 | Miami, USA
• 57th Annual Meeting - Rio | 22-26 June 2025 | Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

FCI Academy

Today, FCI Academy’s Education Director, Mrs. Aysen Cetintas, presented the Academy’s latest offerings, emphasising the critical role that education plays in the factoring and supply chain finance industry. Aysen highlighted how our programmes are designed to equip members with essential skills and knowledge, empowering them to thrive in this dynamic field. We’re proud to be helping industry professionals stay at the forefront of trade finance through continuous learning and development. Dive into what FCI Academy has to offer! >Read more

Upcoming courses with FCI Academy:

• Foundation Course on Factoring – Career Path Level 1 | 2025 Term 1
• Intermediate Course on Factoring – Career Path Level 2 | 2025 Term 1
• Advanced Course on Factoring – Career Path Level 3 | 2025 Term 1
• Certificate Programmes | 2025 Term 1

FCI Partners

As supporting partners of the BCR Publishing 3rd Annual MENA Supply Chain Finance (MENASCF24), we are pleased to invite you to attend their event and offer you a discount on tickets. MENASCF24 will serve as a catalyst for collaboration, innovation, and strategic partnerships, driving positive change and resilience in the MENA supply chain finance landscape. Join BCR on 5-6 November in Dubai as they chart a course towards a more prosperous and sustainable future for the MENA region. >Read more