Reta Jo Lewis, President and Chair of the Export-Import Bank of the United States (EXIM), attended the World Economic Forum’s Annual Meeting in Davos, Switzerland, where she highlighted the pivotal role of EXIM financing in strengthening economic ties between the United States and its partner nations.
Chair Lewis engaged in various discussions and meetings to underscore the agency’s commitment to supporting U.S. exporters and promoting global energy transition initiatives.
During the event, Chair Lewis participated in a panel discussion hosted by the Atlantic Council, focusing on the energy transition in the Three Seas region.
She emphasized EXIM’s dedication to advancing nuclear and renewable energy projects as part of the broader global effort to address climate change. Additionally, Chair Lewis took part in a roundtable discussion on the future direction of global finance, emphasizing EXIM’s collaborative approach with other export credit agencies.
At a Partnership for Central America event, Chair Lewis delivered remarks emphasizing EXIM’s commitment to supporting exports to the region and the catalytic role its financing tools can play in driving economic growth and positive change for U.S. businesses.
Chair Lewis held a meeting with Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) Governor Nobumitsu Hayashi, discussing potential collaborations and joint initiatives.
She also engaged in a roundtable discussion alongside Márton Nagy, Hungary’s Minister for National Economy, where she highlighted EXIM’s role in supporting commercial relationships between the U.S. and partner nations.
In a meeting with U.S. Ambassador to Switzerland Scott Miller, Chair Lewis reiterated EXIM’s dedication to supporting U.S. exporters in the region. Her visit concluded with a meeting with Angola’s Minister of Finance Vera Daves on the sidelines of the World Economic Forum, further demonstrating EXIM’s commitment to fostering international economic collaboration and supporting U.S. exports.
