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Institute of International Banking Law & Practice

2025 Singapore Guarantee & Standby Forum | May 19 | 7 CPDs

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8:30 – 9:00      Registration & Check-In


9:00 – 9:30      Welcome & Introducing Yourselves

Welcome Remarks: Michael BYRNE (IIBLP)  


9:30 – 10:30    Treasury, Working Capital, and Risk Management: Emerging Trends and Strategic Insights 

Learn the latest in treasury, working capital and risk management from our panel of experts as they explore emerging trends including email presentation, rules revisions, and more.


    10:30 – 10:40  Coffee & Networking Break 


    10:40 – 11:25  Standby LCs: What the Courts are Saying

    • Shinetec (Australia) Pty Ltd v. The Gosford Pty Ltd (Transfer by Operation of Law; extent to which the ISP98 Official Commentary can be used to construe the ISP98 rules)
    • Pacific Atlantic Pipeline Construction Inc. v. Coastal Gaslink Ltd. (injunction application denied, affirmed on appeal) 
    • ERA Capital L.P. v. Soleil Chartered Bank (a warning to bank employees not to make representations about other banks or parties)
    • In re Spiegel (what certified means with respect to a government or court-issued document)
    • The Milky Whey, Inc. v. HSBC Bank USA, N.A. (Beneficiary failed to present original amendment; wrongful dishonor complaint dismissed)  
    • Lummus Technology Heat Transfer B.V. v. Credit Agricole CIB (Court enjoined payment as a fraud given force majeure event that contract excused performance but without Russian confirming bank being named as a party) 

    11:25 – 11:35  Coffee & Networking Break 


    11:35 – 12:05  Risk Distribution & Balance Sheet Management

    Buying, selling and sharing risk: meeting regulatory requirements, managing cost of funds, and growing your business. 


    12:05 – 12:40 Drafting a Digital Standby: From eIssuance to eNotices

    What terms should be in an SBLC for electronic issuance, presentments, confirmations, transfers, assignments and notices?


    12:40 – 13:40  Lunch Break 


    13:40 – 14:10  The Swift Rundown

    The Swift Standards Release 2024 involves no update for trade finance, but several key decisions are now pending that will shape the future of Category 7 and MT 798 messages. The implementation proposal will be addressed as well as the status of  the ICC-Swift API standard for attachments. 


    14:10 – 14:20  Coffee & Networking Break


    14:20 – 14:50  Guarantees: What the Courts are Saying 

    • Ee Hup Construction v. China Jingye Engineering (unconscionability; independent nature of on-demand performance bond)
    • Eurobank Ergasias S.A. v. Bombardier Inc. (Knowledge of fraudulent demand by local guarantee beneficiary taints counter guarantee beneficiary’s demand, justifying permanent injunction, Canadian Supreme Court affirms)
    • Indian Overseas Bank v. Seabulk Systems Inc. (Reimbursement claim under advanced payment guarantees)  

    14:50 – 15:00  Coffee & Networking Break

    15:00 – 15:40  The Role of Standbys in Developing Economies

    Join us for a dynamic panel discussion on the critical role of Standby Letters of Credit (SBLCs) in Developing Economies, where industry experts will explore how these financial instruments enhance trade, mitigate risk, and foster economic growth. Our panelists will examine the challenges and opportunities SBLCs present for businesses, governments, and financial institutions in emerging markets.


    15:30 – 15:40  Coffee & Networking Break


    15:50 – 16:10  Re-Introducing the ISP98 Model Forms 

    Freshly revamped for easier use, the ISP98 Model Forms aren’t just templates — they’re expert-crafted tools designed for nine real-world standby situations. Each form comes with two useful tools: one contains helpful annotations that break down the language, and the other is a fillable version for those ready to hit the ground. Our panelists will spotlight some of the hidden gems tucked inside.   


    16:10 – 16:20  Coffee & Networking Break 


    16:20 – 16:50  Asked and Answered: A Nickel’s Worth of Free Advice

    How to handle problematic text banks are given and expected to include when issuing standbys & guarantees in favor of government agencies and other beneficiaries with leverage? The panel will start by discussing this and move to other challenging practice developments they’ve encountered and viable remedies. Then it’s your chance to ask the panel of experts thorny questions about situations you’ve seen in practice.


    16:50 – 17:00  Summary of Critical Issues & Lucky Draw

    • Banking Staff - including operations staff and management, any staff included in trade and treasury transactions.
    • Corporate - Sales, services, FinTech, and industries using SBLCs and Guarantees
    • In-house Counsel for financial institutions 
    • Lawyers outside of banking institutions dealing regularly with trade transactions
    • Government Personnel dealing with regional or global concerns in cross border finance

    What to Expect
    • A Dynamic & Instructional environment
    • Collegial atmosphere conducive to real conversations
    • Gain understanding of future trends as they impact your daily operational work
    • A unique cross section of legal, operations, and compliance with a focus on solutions for practical implementation.

    Event Venue:
    S&P Global
    12 Marina Boulevard #23-01, Marina Bay Financial Centre, Tower 3 018982

    Virtual Attendees 

    You will receive an email with a link to register for the Zoom attendance of this event in the week leading up to it. It is possible that you will receive an event ticket, which is solely for record keeping. 

    Continuing Education Credits (CPDs)

    This event will provide 7 CPDs toward recertification for CDCS, CSDG, and CTFC.

    Sponsorship Opportunities 

    Please email Michael Byrne at mbyrne@iiblp.org for more details on the benefits of sponsoring IIBLP events, including seats, visibility, and access to a 'town square' for the industry.

    Additional Resources


    For a global perspective on standbys and demand guarantees, subscribt to Documentary Credit World - The Source for LC and Trade Finance news, articles, and statistics since 1997


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    Sponsorship Opportunities

    Please email Michael Byrne at mbyrne@iiblp.org for more details on the benefits of sponsorship - including: bulk attendance rate, visibility, flexible display solutions, and more.