The "SC Future of Trade 2023" report projects significant growth in global trade, with high-growth corridors in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East expected to outpace the global average. These regions are anticipated to account for 44% of global exports by 2030. The report also highlights the impact of digital supply chain finance (SCF) solutions, which could contribute an additional USD 791 billion in exports, helping to enhance trade resilience and ESG compliance. Global trade is projected to reach USD 32.6 trillion by 2030.

The "Country Platforms: A Programmatic Approach to Blended Finance" report discusses how country platforms can be utilized to mobilize both public and private sector financing for sustainable development. By leveraging blended finance to mitigate risks, these platforms aim to close the $4 trillion annual SDG financing gap, especially in emerging economies. An example of this approach is the Just Energy Transition Partnership (JETP) in South Africa, which successfully mobilized $8.5 billion in concessional finance.

The article highlights Ivy, a mushroom farmer in Kenya, who is addressing food insecurity through sustainable agriculture. With support from the Futuremakers program by Standard Chartered, which provides financial support and business training, Ivy received a micro-loan that helped her expand her farm. Currently, her farm produces four types of mushrooms—Oyster, Button, Ganoderma Reishi, and Shiitake—serving both local and international markets. This initiative not only promotes food security but also fosters entrepreneurship in Kenya.