CBiBank joins CIFIT cross-border payments zone in Xiamen

CBiBank took part in the 26th China International Fair for Investment and Trade in Xiamen from Sept. 8-11, using the event’s new CIPS Zone to meet banks, businesses and partners on cross-border payments and RMB settlement. The bank is positioning its Puerto Rico-based international banking platform around global collections, payments and fund management as cross-border trade expands.

Why it matters: - Cross-border payment and settlement services are becoming more important as trade and investment continue to expand across markets. - Businesses operating internationally are moving beyond basic collections and payments and need broader support for fund management and global operations. - The CIPS Zone at CIFIT gave banks and businesses a focused venue to discuss cross-border payments and cross-border RMB settlement.

What happened: - CBiBank participated in the 26th China International Fair for Investment and Trade, held Sept. 8-11 at the Xiamen International Expo Center. - The event carried the theme “Expanding Two-Way Investment, Promoting Global Development.” - CIFIT featured three main sections: “Invest in China,” “China Investment,” and “International Investment.” - CBiBank joined the CIPS Zone, where its team met with financial institutions, businesses and industry partners from multiple markets. - Cross-border Interbank Payment System Co., Ltd. organized the CIPS Zone.

The details: - The expanded financial exhibition area brought together financial institutions and businesses from around the world for industry exchange and cooperation. - The CIPS Zone made its debut at CIFIT this year. - The zone created a dedicated platform for enterprise-bank cooperation and industry exchange. - CBiBank is an international bank in Puerto Rico, U.S. - CBiBank focuses on financial services for businesses operating globally. - CBiBank provides cross-border collections and payments, global fund flows and diversified financial solutions. - Visitors at the CBiBank booth learned about the bank’s services for global markets. - Conversations centered on cross-border collections and payments, fund management and moving funds across different markets.

Between the lines: - CBiBank is using industry events to build relationships with global financial institutions and better understand changing client needs. - The emphasis on RMB settlement and international financial services shows how payment infrastructure is becoming part of broader trade and investment connectivity. - The bank’s message suggests a shift toward more integrated cross-border offerings rather than single-purpose transaction services.

What's next: - CBiBank said it will keep following developments in global trade and investment. - The bank plans to explore new possibilities in cross-border financial services to support businesses operating internationally. - Further engagement with global financial and industry partners is likely as cross-border trade keeps growing.