The CEE region is the key export market. Although, the region is seen as high-risk, it is also perceived as highly rewarding. The positive and comforting fact is that countries such as Poland, Czech Republic and Slovakia are in a much better position than those in Western Europe. The reason for it is the highest level of consumption in Eastern Europe and an easy access to the CIS region. In the current economic climate, it is clear that access to affordable trade finance has become more difficult.

Fortunately, the first signs of recovery are noticeably there. The level of trade is starting to increase. Another positive fact is that trade and export finance activities are now more focused on emerging Europe and the CIS. The time has come to turn attention back to trade, export and commodity finance.

CEE Trade and Export Finance 2010 is bringing together some of the leading industry experts to address the key issues facing the international and local companies and explore the market potential of trade and export finance.