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SMBC's Kawamura on risk, resilience, and the future of trade finance
In this episode, we explore how SMBC is reshaping trade finance in an era defined by geopolitical tension, supply chain disruption, and shifting corporate priorities. Mitsuhiro Kawamura, Global Head of Trade Finance at SMBC, shares how the bank’s global footprint is strengthened by regional nuance, from balance sheet optimisation in developed markets to foundational funding and risk mitigation in emerging economies. As he notes, “Customers’ financing needs are quite different by region,” a theme that runs through SMBC’s approach to partnership, liquidity, and structured support.
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