S4 E21: Alicia Yan, Manager, SUMECC International

Alicia joins the Fastmarkets Live Lounge to discuss global steel trading from a cross-border perspective, focusing on how supply chains between China and the Middle East are evolving. The conversation explores shifting trade flows, logistics reliability, sustainability requirements including CBAM, and how traders are responding to changing customer expectations. Alicia also shares why diversity, trust and long-term partnerships are becoming essential in an increasingly complex global steel market. Recorded live at the Fastmarkets Middle East Iron & Steel Conference 2026 in Dubai. Follow us on social media to stay updated on all of our upcoming events and insights on global commodities: LinkedIn: Fastmarkets Metals & Mining | X: @Fastmarkets