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Part 1: Risk assessment in international trade Payment methods Payment in advance  Advantages and risks importer's perspective: from the Advantages Risks • Lower bank fees. • Goods not shipped • Discounts for early payment • Late arrival of goods. • Goods not as ordered • No control over the shipment The risks are high for the importer Export platforms | Module 5: Getting paid | 10