Etihad Credit Insurance (ECI), the UAE’s federal export credit company, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Arab Bank for Investment and Foreign Trade (Al Masraf) to expand cooperation in trade finance, insurance, and risk management.
The agreement aims to support UAE exporters by improving access to finance and offering protection against commercial and political risks. It covers trade credit insurance in both conventional and Murabaha forms, as well as credit risk solutions for short, medium, and long-term transactions. The partnership also extends to supply risk coverage, SME financing, and corporate finance solutions.
Raja Al Mazrouei, CEO of ECI, said the collaboration reflects ECI’s commitment to strengthening the UAE’s export ecosystem, expanding market access for local businesses, and reinforcing the country’s position as a global trade hub. She noted that Al Masraf’s inclusion in ECI’s network of partners adds significant value to its mission of supporting UAE-based companies.
Al Masraf CEO Fuad Mohamed described the partnership as a step towards advancing trade, investment, and risk management solutions that are vital for UAE exporters and the wider economy.
The MoU also outlines plans for joint seminars, workshops, and participation in conferences to raise awareness about safeguarding trade and investment against payment risks.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
