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Each week, we're bringing you the latest headlines from trade, export, and commodities finance via the TXF Newsdesk

Each week, we're bringing you the latest headlines from trade, export, and commodities finance via the TXF Newsdesk. Tune in to hear breaking news stories from the week, as well as updates on some of the content you can access across TXF.

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ECAs look to advance blended finance agenda as development pressures mount

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11 August 2025

ECAs look to advance blended finance agenda as development...

The fourth edition of the UN International Conference on Financing for Development at last recognised the role played by ECAs in development. Moment is building around the...

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15 August 2025

Solving West Africa’s cocoa conundrum

West African cocoa production has been in decline amid poor yields and falling demand. But the Africa Cocoa Exchange aims to return cocoa pricing power to Africa, improve...

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