Standard Documents and Templates
As the leading global industry association for international transaction banking BAFT’s mission is to bridge solutions to promote sound financial practices to efficiency and the overall effectiveness of our industry. BAFT works to establish best practices for its member institutions and the industry at large. Most importantly, BAFT continues to be a valuable resource for bringing together stakeholders across the transaction banking ecosystem to effectively collaborate in solving common issues. The standard documents and templates found here are reviewed as needed to ensure they are regularly updated and reflect current market norms and evolving risk management needs.
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BAFT Master Loan and Risk Participation Agreements
BAFT Master Risk Participation Agreements (MRPAs)
The BAFT English Law and New York Law Master Participation Agreements (MPAs) have driven market standardization in trade transactions since they were first introduced in 2008. In 2018 and 2019, the English and New York Law versions of the MPA were updated respectively to meet the “modern-day requirements” of the industry.
- BAFT Master Risk Participation Agreement (MRPA) – English & New York Law
- IIFM – BAFT Islamic Master Participation Agreements, Operational Guidance and Structure Memoranda
BAFT Master Trade Loan Agreements (MTLAs)
Trade loans are a key source of liquidity for global financial institutions to provide financing for their clients’ import and export trading activities. In the past, terminology, loan structures and supporting documentation varied across banks and geographies. Standardization and consistency of trade loan documentation helps improve the industry dialogue between borrowers, lenders, investors, and regulators.
