Driven by robust economic dynamism and promising opportunities, the Philippines has emerged as a market of immense potential. This dynamic landscape has paved the way for continued growth and development within the finance and treasury community

Thai Union's CFO Ludovic Garnier told CT the deal is an investment in its 2030 sustainability goals and the "future of the Thai blue economy", in part through training and investment in smallholder farmers; the ocean economy is worth 30% of Thailand's GDP. 

The Australian lithium producer has said it will look for both internal and external candidates to replace outgoing chief financial officer Luke Bortoli who is pursuing "other opportunities". 

The partnership aims to connect European and Asian local market payment capabilities across B2B and consumer spending flows.

The licence allows the global payment firm to directly partner with local firms. 

The awards celebrate and recognise excellence in treasury innovation, solutions, teamwork and risk management in Apac and the Middle East. 

Naveen Mallela, global co-head at JP Morgan's Kinexys, explained to CT how blockchain technology is enabling payments, and how global and Apac firms are embracing its use, including in the Middle East.  

Zhang Wenjie will return to Citi as the bank&#8217;s country officer and banking head for China in July. 

The two firms are targeting cross-border payments and in-country collections in Indonesia, India, Thailand and Vietnam. 

Investment strategies, such as MMFs, are being reconsidered, while cash buffers are growing; meanwhile a major US court ruling could derail the tariffs. 

McColl is currently chief financial officer at Silver Fern Farms and will join the kiwifruit brand in August. 

XTransfer clients can now receive payments in Brazilian Real. 

Corporates may be increasingly aware of how more efficient FX trading can impact liquidity management, but apathy remains a major obstacle to the better execution of trades; CT spoke with experts in the space. 


China State Construction Engineering Corporation (CSCEC) has cultivated a new approach to treasury management, in turn strengthening its risk management, creating cost and other efficiencies, and enhancing value.

As Asia Pacific (APAC) corporations seek to expand their global footprint, the role of treasury and finance teams is undergoing a significant transformation. J.P. Morgan Payments&#8217; Manish Patel  shares his thoughts on how treasurers can drive success. 

By creating more dynamic hedging solutions and leveraging digital platforms for the benefit of customers, OCBC is responding to a pressing need in the treasury community for tools to manage a challenging business environment. Its initiatives also helped the bank secure CorporateTreasurer awards for FX/hedging and digital solutions in 2024.

As the financial world changes rapidly, so too is the nature of risk that market participants must tackle.

A combination of alternative shipping routes, higher prices, less trade and reduced investments, are all expected, according to a trade survey; there is more uncertainty ahead as the end of the 90-day pause edges closer.  

Joyce Lee has joined from DBS to lead the Japanese bank&#8217;s corporate banking businesses. 

The move is part of the group's strategy to oversee corporate treasury, retail business and international expansion; its chain Urban Revivo has also opened a store in TST. 

As the apparel and textile markets suffer from a gas shortage, which is used to dye fabric, the country is looking to ramp up domestic gas production. 

JP Morgan Payments' global head of treasury services discussed how Apac corporate payments are evolving, including the drive for real-time, digital wallets, APIs and blockchain. 

Thai Union secures $150m blue loan from ADB for Thailand's seafood economy

Pilbara Minerals searches for successor as CFO resigns

Tribe Payments partners with Finmo in Singapore

TerraPay handed Class B licence by Bank Negara Malaysia

CorporateTreasurer Awards 2025: entries close soon!

Interview: Tokenised deposits and stablecoins gaining traction in Apac, Middle East

Citi hires new China head from BofA

Deutsche Bank teams up with TransferMate in Apac B2B push

Apac corporates prioritise cash and liquidity amid tariff uncertainty

New Zealand's Zespri International appoints Vicki McColl as CFO

China’s XTransfer partners with Brazilian FX specialist Ouribank

Apac corporates grapple with FX trading options

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Awards & Events

12th CTWeek Philippines 2025