EBRD Trade Facilitation Programme

The EBRD Trade Facilitation Programme is an initiative of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development that supports international trade by helping banks in emerging markets provide trade finance to local businesses. It works by offering guarantees and risk sharing solutions to confirming banks, which in turn enables smoother access to trade finance instruments such as letters of credit. The programme plays a practical role in reducing payment risk and encouraging cross border trade, particularly in economies where access to reliable trade finance is limited. Through its network of partner banks, it helps strengthen financial connectivity and supports businesses engaged in importing and exporting essential goods and services.