Niraj Kumar, Head of Global Transaction Banking, United Arab Bank

“The collaboration between financial institutions, underwriters and technology platforms may well be the key to strengthen the supply chain ecosystem today.”

In this new BCR Webcast, Michael Bickers speaks with Niraj Kumar, offering a preview of his panel at MENASCF24 on navigating dynamic environments in supply chain finance (SCF) through effective credit risk management. The discussion highlights the role of technology solutions in supporting lending, the sufficiency of credit risk insurance in the region, and how credit insurance—enhanced by monitoring tools—serves as a critical risk mitigant. Niraj also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between financial institutions, insurers, and businesses, and outlines key considerations for integrating credit insurance into SCF offerings. The webcast provides a valuable glimpse into the challenges and opportunities in today’s evolving financial landscape.

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