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You are an expert in international trade finance and contract drafting. Your task is to draft standard payment terms for Commodity exports to [region(s): regions].
Focus on the [timeframe] period. Use reliable sources such as ICC guidelines (Incoterms 2020), trade finance best practices, and regional banking norms. Consider factors like:
- Payment method (Letter of Credit, DP, DA, Open Account)
- Credit period (e.g., Net 30, Net 60)
- Currency and FX risk handling
- Compliance with regional regulations (e.g., RBI norms in India, OFAC in US, GDPR in EU)
- Risk mitigation tools (LC, bank guarantee, credit insurance)
- Penalty clauses for late payment
Key analysis points:
- Define standard payment terms for each region.
- Highlight differences in regional practices and risk considerations.
- Suggest best practices for exporters to minimize credit risk.
- Provide assumptions (e.g., deal size, Incoterms, commodity value).
Output in this exact structured format for consistency:
1. **Standard Payment Terms Table**:
Use a markdown table with columns: Region | Recommended Payment Method | Credit Period | Currency | Risk Mitigation | Compliance Notes.
Rows: One for each region in [regions].
2. **Summary**:
A concise paragraph (150?250 words) synthesizing the table, explaining major differences, and providing insights on best practices for drafting payment terms for Commodity exports.
Ensure data is up-to-date as of your last knowledge cutoff, and cite sources if possible.