Unibank Became a Member of BAFT

Unibank has become a member of BAFT (Bankers Association for Finance and Trade), the leading global industry association for international transaction banking.

By joining BAFT, Unibank strengthens its commitment to advancing trade finance, payments, and cross-border transfers. The membership will enable Unibank to collaborate with a global network of financial institutions, participate in industry-shaping discussions, and contribute to the development of best practices.

"We are delighted to join BAFT and look forward to strengthening our global presence while continuing to meet the evolving needs of our customers and providing them with industry-leading financial solutions," said Mesrop Hakobyan, Chairman of the Management Board of Unibank. "This membership reflects our ongoing commitment to expanding international cooperation and connectivity, with a focus on key areas such as trade finance, compliance, innovation, and payment systems."

“We are pleased to welcome Unibank as the newest Armenian bank member of BAFT, joining our growing global community of more than 270 institutions across 65+ countries,” said Tod Burwell, BAFT President & CEO. “We look forward to Unibank’s active engagement across our committees and industry initiatives, and to supporting their continued growth in international transaction banking.”

BAFT membership offers a highly effective combination of advocacy, education and information resources and takes opportunities to gain unique insights and expand presence in the global financial community.