Yuichiro Akita of NEXI elected as new President of the BU.  
And a new phase of growth in export credit as an increasingly flexible industry supports USD 2.46 tn in new commitments in the first half of 2024

The goal of this joint initiative is to contribute to closing financing gaps by promoting improved understanding, coordination and collaboration among all public and private institutions involved in cross-border finance for trade and economic development

As the Berne Union celebrates its 90th anniversary, the Yearbook 2024 stands as a tribute to its enduring impact and a roadmap for the decade ahead. This edition is a must-read for trade professionals, policymakers, and financial institutions navigating an increasingly dynamic world.

Building on the recovery seen in 2022, 2023 ushered in a surge in new business with a critical shift towards new markets, long-term solutions, and new products.  Explore how products are changing, risks are evolving and trade patterns shifting in this report.

The Business Confidence Index H2 24 has been published - click below to access the full report. 

New informational report outlining the function and impact of credit insurance in delivering economic and development impact

Check out the recording of our stakeholder events featuring a panel of BU members and industry partners exploring some of the central themes impacting international trade today, implications for export credit and the role of the BU.