Swift must contend with complex geopolitics, with the US now diverging from its traditional allies. How will it fare amid plans for new international networks? Silvia Pavoni reports

The banks that triumphed in The Banker’s Transaction Banking Awards 2019 were the ones that helped their clients to cut through the noise and provided the best quality of service for a modern business environment. 

Manufacturing patterns in Asia are seeing a long-term shift away from China towards its neighbouring countries. The Banker assesses the implications of this. 

Enabling easy and cost-effective cross-border transactions and trade through the use of technology and data is the dream of MFS Africa's CEO and founder.

The financial tech industry's great and good are honoured in The Banker's Tech Projects Awards 2019.

Migration to ISO 20022 is an opportunity for banks to improve operational efficiency, but it will require senior-level commitment. Christian Westerhaus reports.

Appetite and expectations for faster payments continue to build among consumer and corporate clients. Yet delivering the service – especially across borders – remains a challenge, writes Christof Hofmann of Deutsche Bank.

APIs provide an efficient way to enable third-party developers to build applications and services. Heather McKenzie reports.