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2026-01-26•Hong Kong•Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (Hong Kong)
The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau of Hong Kong announced the opening of the 19th Asian Financial Forum, highlighting a new Global Business Summit and a cooperation agreement with the Shanghai Gold Exchange to enhance cross-market gold links. Key discussions include reinforcing Hong Kong's financial strengths, expanding the offshore renminbi market, and supporting companies re-domiciling to Hong Kong.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Market development
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2026-01-26•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Monetary Authority
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority will double the RMB Business Facility to RMB200 billion from RMB100 billion, effective 2 February, to expand Renminbi liquidity for banks. This expansion aims to support higher quotas for participating banks, enable additional banks to join, and enhance access to liquidity across different maturities.
Monetary policy Monetary policy instruments & operations Cross-border payments
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2026-01-26•China•Central Bank of the Republic of China
The People's Bank of China, at its 2026 Macroprudential Work Conference, reviewed 2025 achievements and set 2026 priorities focused on enhancing macroprudential functions and cross-border renminbi (RMB) use. Key actions include strengthening systemic risk assessments, enriching policy tools for financial stability, and advancing cross-border RMB policies to support the Shanghai International Financial Center.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Macroprudential policy and tools Financial stability and systemic risk
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2026-01-26•Bolivia•Ministry of Finance (Bolivia)
Bolivia's Ministry of Finance announced a permanent measure allowing individuals and legal entities with US dollar accounts holding less than 1,000 USD as of 31 December 2025 to withdraw their funds in cash starting 27 January. The Central Bank of Bolivia will supply US dollar cash to financial institutions, easing previous restrictions to enable freer circulation of US dollar notes.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Currency and cash management
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2026-01-25•Israel•Bank of Israel
The Bank of Israel announced the commencement of the International Monetary Fund's annual mission, led by Kotaro Ishi, to discuss developments in the Israeli economy with public and private sector officials. A concluding statement will be published post-meetings, followed by a detailed report for the IMF's Executive Board.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Economic data and developments
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2026-01-25•Israel•Bank of Israel
The Bank of Israel’s Banking Supervision Department reported a slight increase in fee income relative to assets for the first half of 2025, with household charges for current account management and payment cards rising. Supervisor of Banks Daniel Hahiashvili highlighted ongoing transparency efforts and a draft reform for household and small-business account management, with a final draft expected soon.
Supervision Regulatory reporting Activity and performance reporting
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2026-01-25•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority
The Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority announced the suspension of electronic Know Your Customer (eKYC) for user registration on the eMPF Platform, shifting to iAM Smart for enhanced security following incidents of identity card forgery. Additionally, eMPF has tightened withdrawal controls, requiring members who registered via eKYC to verify their identity through iAM Smart or in-person at an eMPF Service Centre.
Supervision Interventions KYC
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2026-01-25•Global•Egmont Group
The Egmont Group of Financial Intelligence Units will hold its 26th annual Working and Regional Group meetings in Tanzania from 26 to 30 January 2026, focusing on secure information sharing, technology adoption, and regional AML/CFT insights. The agenda includes discussions on safeguarding FIU independence, advancing AI, addressing environmental crime and cyber threats, and collaborating with international partners.
Policy & regulation Cooperation AML and CFT Cross-border cooperation
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2026-01-25•Tanzania•Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority
The Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority participated in Tanga’s Financial Services Week to educate the public on insurance, highlighting efforts towards universal health insurance and proposed income-aligned health cover packages. Insurers, including Britam Insurance, Meticulous Insurance, Sanlam Allianz, and reinsurer Grand Re, presented their products at the event.
Financial literacy & education Financial literacy and education
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2026-01-25•Oman•Central Bank of Oman
The Central Bank of Oman issued a master circular standardizing prepaid card issuance by licensed banks, replacing case-by-case approvals with a unified framework aligned with international AML/CFT standards. The guidelines cover governance, technology, operational controls, and compliance measures, including risk-based limits and transaction monitoring. Banks must comply by February 2026, with annual reporting to the Surveillance Department.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Payments and payment systems AML and CFT
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2026-01-25•Ethiopia•National Bank of Ethiopia
The National Bank of Ethiopia mandates banks to use Ethiopian Customs Commission prices for selected imports in Letters of Credit and import permits to enhance data integrity in foreign exchange transactions. This follows the Foreign Exchange Directive No. FXD/01/2024, which shifted Ethiopia's exchange rate system to a market-clearing framework. The central bank aims to harmonize price references and ensure consistency in balance of payments data.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Foreign exchange policy and markets
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2026-01-25•Global•The Net Zero Asset Managers initiative
The Net Zero Asset Managers initiative published a statement from asset owners representing USD 3.7 trillion urging investment managers to remain or become signatories. The group expects managers to integrate climate risks into investment decisions, disclose progress transparently and align stewardship, products and policy advocacy with their commitments.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Climate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-01-25•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam published an article by General Secretary To Lam, emphasizing the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam as a pivotal moment, with a new Action Program to implement the Congress's Resolution. The program outlines goals for 2026–2030 and a vision to 2045, focusing on sustainable development, economic growth, and institutional reform, with immediate steps for local implementation and accountability.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-25•Qatar•Qatar Central Bank
Qatar Central Bank Governor H.E. Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al Thani met with World Bank Group President H.E. Mr. Ajay Banga to discuss mutual interests and explore ways to enhance bilateral cooperation.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Cross-border cooperation
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2026-01-25•Saudi Arabia•Saudi Arabia Insurance Authority
The Saudi Arabia Insurance Authority expects the Saudi insurance market to more than double by 2030, exceeding SAR 140 billion, with penetration in non-oil GDP reaching 3.6%. It outlined investment opportunities and regulatory developments in meetings with local and international insurance, reinsurance and investment firms.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Capital adequacy Market development Financial stability and systemic risk
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2026-01-25•Egypt•Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority
The Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority's 2025 report emphasizes converting regulatory reform into measurable changes in non-banking financial activities, with financial technology as a key driver. Highlights include innovation through a regulatory sandbox, digital onboarding expansion, and capital market rule updates. It details developments like activating special purpose acquisition companies, establishing a voluntary carbon market, and the Egyptian Exchange's first futures trading license.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Fintech and insurtech Regulatory sandbox Market development
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2026-01-25•Nepal•Central Bank of Nepal
Nepal's Central Bank Governor Mahaprasad Adhikari met with RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das to discuss cross-border electricity payments, QR code payments for Nepali travelers in India, and cooperation on financial issues. The Nepali delegation also engaged with International Financial Services Centres Authority officials in Ahmedabad about the Gujarat International Finance Tec-City concept and potential cooperation.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Cross-border cooperation Payments and payment systems
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2026-01-24•Portugal•Portuguese Insurance Regulator (ASF)
The Portuguese Insurance Regulator (ASF) announced that Portugal’s Court of Auditors has released a final audit report on ASF’s financing model from 2018 to 2023. The report evaluates the model's adequacy, efficiency, and governance, providing recommendations for improvement. ASF noted that some recommendations have been implemented, others are nearing completion, and an action plan is being developed for full implementation.
Institutional development Governance Auditing
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2026-01-24•Slovenia•Central Bank of Slovenia
The Central Bank of Slovenia, in partnership with the Office of the President of Slovenia, announced the first winners of its Masters of the Digital Future debate project, focusing on the digital euro. The programme, targeting secondary and late primary school students, will culminate in an international final in May, with national winners competing against peers from several European countries and receiving a prize trip to Zagreb.
Financial literacy & education Financial literacy and education
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2026-01-24•Ghana•Bank of Ghana
The Bank of Ghana announced a Risk Sharing Guarantee Scheme between Access Bank Ghana Plc and the International Finance Corporation to enhance lending to Ghana’s agricultural sector, focusing on the cocoa supply chain. The initiative aims to boost liquidity for Licensed Buying Companies, supporting rural livelihoods and economic stability. The deputy governor also urged the IFC to consider green bonds in Ghana's market and encouraged responsible use of the facility by Access Bank.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots SME financing
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2026-01-24•Albania•Ministry of Finance (Albania)
Albania's Ministry of Finance and the General Director of Customs urged businesses to apply for Authorized Economic Operator status for streamlined customs procedures and faster processing, aiming to align its Customs Code with EU legislation by year-end. The visit to Everest and Albaelettrica highlighted benefits like reduced checks and lower costs, with 18 companies currently holding the status, which requires compliance with customs and tax laws and offers varying benefits based on authorisation type.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Other
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2026-01-24•Ghana•Bank of Ghana
The Bank of Ghana's 2026 agenda emphasizes tighter market discipline, enhanced oversight of payments and digital finance, and improved policy communication amid lower inflation and stronger external buffers. Key priorities include foreign exchange and money market reforms, consumer protection, and governance in digital finance. The Bank also plans to enhance media collaboration through specialized training and initiatives for accurate economic reporting.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-24•Turkmenistan•Ministry of Finance (Turkmenistan)
Turkmenistan's Ministry of Finance has outlined the "Program for the Socio-Economic Development of Turkmenistan and the Investment Program in 2026," approved by President Serdar Berdimuhamedov, focusing on macroeconomic stability, GDP growth, economic diversification, and industrial development. Priorities include expanding export-oriented production, enhancing food security, advancing environmental protection, and promoting digital and "green" economy initiatives, alongside fostering a favourable business environment and public-private partnerships.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-24•Türkiye•Central Bank of Türkiye
The Central Bank of Türkiye has tightened its macroprudential framework by raising reserve requirement ratios on Turkish lira funding from abroad, with increases of 2 percentage points for maturities up to one year, to support macro-financial stability and the monetary transmission mechanism.
Monetary policy Monetary policy instruments & operations Financial stability and systemic risk Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-24•Moldova•National Bank of Moldova
Governor Anca Dragu of the National Bank of Moldova highlighted Moldova's accession to the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA) and the MIA Instant Payments system, noting significant euro payment processing and user engagement. She also discussed progress in liberalizing foreign-exchange operations, capital market development, and a three-notch improvement in Moldova’s sovereign rating.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Cross-border cooperation
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2026-01-23•South Africa•National Treasury (South Africa)
South Africa's National Treasury reported on Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana's participation at the 2026 World Economic Forum in Davos, highlighting meetings with investors and progress on growth-oriented reforms. Key points included South Africa's removal from the Financial Action Task Force grey list, a credit rating upgrade by S&P Global, and commitments to stabilise debt and support lower economy-wide costs through a reduced inflation goal.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-23•Angola•Angola Capital Markets Commission
The Angola Capital Markets Commission approved the registration of Sol Cobertura, a special closed-end securities investment fund promoted by Standard Gestão de Activos, focusing on Angola's money and capital markets with a maximum maturity of 365 days. The fund will be managed by Standard Gestão de Activos – SGOIC (SU), S.A. and Banco Sol, S.A. will serve as the depositary.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Licence approval
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2026-01-23•Ghana•Securities and Exchange Commission Ghana
The Securities and Exchange Commission Ghana is finalizing a regulatory sandbox framework for Virtual Asset Service Providers under the Virtual Asset Service Providers Act, 2025, to test innovative virtual asset products and services. The sandbox aims to support investor protection and market integrity, with lessons from the pilot phase informing future policy and licensing frameworks.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Fintech and insurtech Regulatory sandbox
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2026-01-23•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Insurance Authority
The Hong Kong Insurance Authority released provisional statistics for the first three quarters of 2025, showing a 32.5% increase in total gross premiums to 637 billion HKD, driven by significant growth in long term business. General insurance saw moderate premium growth and a sharp rise in operating profit, with notable contributions from onshore Accident and Health premiums and offshore Property Damage and Motor Vehicle reinsurance.
Data & statistics Financial and market indicators
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2026-01-23•Italy•Bank of Italy
The Bank of Italy published five Occasional Papers (Nos. 996 to 1000) addressing topics such as the rerouting of Chinese products due to US tariffs, the environmental impact of remote working, Italian household purchasing power, housing wealth measurement, and business investment and capital reallocation.
Research Other
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2026-01-23•Uganda•Uganda Capital Markets Authority
The Uganda Capital Markets Authority (CMA) clarified that social media articles alleging misconduct by its CEO are false and misleading, emphasizing that the claims have not been presented to management and that its policies are Board-approved and compliant with national regulations.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Other
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2026-01-23•Uganda•Uganda Capital Markets Authority
The Uganda Capital Markets Authority reported that as of end-March 2022, the five licensed Collective Investment Scheme managers held UGX 1.15 trillion in assets under management, marking a 17.4% increase from UGX 977.6 billion at end-December 2021, with investor accounts rising to 32,998.
Data & statistics Financial and market indicators Supervisory data
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2026-01-23•South Korea•Bank of Korea
The Bank of Korea's January 2026 Consumer Tendency Survey indicates a rise in the Composite Consumer Sentiment Index to 110.8, with stable one-year inflation expectations at 2.6%. The survey, covering 2,254 households, shows mixed sentiment on economic conditions, with improvements in current living standards and future domestic economic outlook, but a slight decline in prospective employment opportunities.
Data & statistics Economic data and developments
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2026-01-23•Kazakhstan•Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan approved Hou Yuanming as a board member of JSC Subsidiary Bank Bank of China in Kazakhstan and Jürgen Rigterink as an independent director on the Board of Directors of Bank RBK JSC.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-23•Kazakhstan•Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan has suspended the microfinance license of MFI Qanat finance LLP for three months due to non-compliance with a written instruction, prohibiting new or amended microcredit contracts while maintaining existing obligations.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Unlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-23•Thailand•Ministry of Finance (Thailand)
Thailand's Ministry of Finance confirmed its readiness to host the 2026 IMF–World Bank Group Annual Meetings in October, following discussions with World Bank President Ajay Banga and IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva at the World Economic Forum in Davos. The meetings will focus on themes such as low-carbon transition and digital finance, with further planning to continue through upcoming visits and discussions.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Other
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2026-01-23•Pakistan•State Bank of Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan has immediately revoked the license of M/s Glaxy Exchange (Private) Limited due to serious violations of regulatory instructions, prohibiting the company and its outlets from conducting any foreign exchange-related activities.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Licence withdrawal
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2026-01-23•Japan•Bank of Japan
The Bank of Japan's January 2026 Outlook for Economic Activity and Prices maintains expectations of moderate economic growth and a temporary inflation slowdown, with plans to raise the policy interest rate if the outlook is realized. Real GDP growth is forecasted at 0.9% for fiscal 2025, 1.0% for 2026, and 0.8% for 2027, while CPI (all items less fresh food) is projected at 2.7%, 1.9%, and 2.0%, respectively, with risks assessed as generally balanced.
Monetary policy Monetary policy assessments & outlooks Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-23•United Kingdom•Bank of England
The Bank of England's analysis of UK long-term interest rates in 2025 attributes the initial rise and subsequent fall to changes in term premia, influenced by global factors and UK-specific dynamics, rather than shifts in expected future short rates or inflation expectations. The study highlights geopolitical uncertainty, fiscal sustainability concerns, and UK fiscal developments, including the UK Debt Management Office's auction cancellation and the Monetary Policy Committee's quantitative tightening strategy, as key influences.
Research
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2026-01-23•Australia•Australian Securities & Investments Commission
The Australian Securities & Investments Commission announced that former financial adviser Anthony Paul Torre was sentenced to six years for stealing $1,030,000 of clients’ superannuation funds, with parole eligibility after four years and a five-year company management disqualification. The conviction, following a guilty plea, involved misappropriation from clients over 60 and was prosecuted by the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions after an ASIC investigation.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions
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2026-01-23•Australia•Australian Securities & Investments Commission
The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) announced that the Administrative Review Tribunal has reduced a six-year banning order against former United Global Capital financial adviser Milutin Petrovic to three years, prohibiting him from providing financial services or controlling a financial services business. This decision follows a review of ASIC's original ban due to concerns over conflicted personal advice related to self-managed superannuation funds and speculative investments linked to UGC director Joel Hewish.
Enforcement Sanctions & designations Market abuse
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2026-01-23•Australia•Australian Securities & Investments Commission
The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) announced that former investment manager Rodney Forrest was sentenced to six years in prison for insider trading and procuring trades of over AUD 3 million in Platinum Asset Management Limited shares, with a non-parole period of three years. The case, prosecuted by the Commonwealth Director of Public Prosecutions, is the first result from ASIC’s insider trading team, established in 2024.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Market abuse
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2026-01-23•Trinidad & Tobago•Central Bank of Trinidad & Tobago
The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago has applied for court approval to wind up British American Insurance Company (Trinidad) Limited due to its insolvency, in accordance with the Insurance Act 2018. Policyholders will continue to be serviced as usual during the process, with further updates available on the Central Bank's website.
Supervision Interventions Recovery and resolution
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2026-01-23•Trinidad & Tobago•Central Bank of Trinidad & Tobago
The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago has applied for court approval to liquidate British American Insurance Company (Trinidad) Limited due to insolvency, despite adequate assets for traditional policyholders. The government has injected assets to protect policyholders, and the Central Bank awaits the court's decision on proceeding with the liquidation process.
Supervision Interventions Liquidity risk
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2026-01-23•Trinidad & Tobago•Central Bank of Trinidad & Tobago
The Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago has applied to appoint a liquidator for British American Insurance Company Trinidad Limited due to insolvency, as the company lacks assets to repay debts despite having adequate assets for policyholder payments. Policyholders are advised that no immediate action is required, and operations will continue normally until the liquidator, subject to court approval, assumes control and provides updates.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Recovery and resolution
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2026-01-23•British Virgin Islands•British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission
The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission issued Industry Circular 1 of 2026, reminding Trust and Corporate Services Providers that their annual statutory Prudential Return is due by 31 January, to be submitted via the updated electronic form on the Commission’s website.
Supervision Regulatory reporting
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2026-01-23•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund published a working paper analyzing China's accelerated exports to the United States before new tariffs during the 2024–25 US–China trade tensions, highlighting shifts in production and export strategies. The study notes increased shipments to the US in late 2024, a slowdown in domestic production in early 2025, and a strategic reallocation of exports amid tariff escalations.
Research Other
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2026-01-23•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund released a working paper introducing a narrative-based dataset on fiscal consolidations in sub-Saharan Africa, using IMF staff reports from 1990–2024 and artificial intelligence methods to identify actions driven by long-term considerations. The dataset aims to enhance empirical analysis of fiscal policy's macroeconomic effects by focusing on measures exogenous to the business cycle.
Research
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2026-01-23•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund published a working paper analyzing the macroeconomic effects of fiscal consolidations in sub-Saharan Africa, finding that a 1% GDP fiscal consolidation reduces output by 0.54% after two years. The study highlights that spending cuts have larger multipliers than tax increases, with greater output losses during downturns and low development aid inflows.
Research
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2026-01-23•Global•International Monetary Fund
The IMF's sixth review under the Policy Coordination Instrument and fourth under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility for Paraguay highlights strong economic activity and stable macroeconomic conditions, with favorable medium-term growth prospects supported by structural reforms. Inflation is controlled, public debt is prudent, foreign reserves are adequate, and fiscal consolidation aligns with plans, with Fiscal Responsibility Law adherence anticipated by 2026.
Research
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2026-01-23•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund released a working paper evaluating Saudi Arabia's structural reforms under Vision 2030, highlighting improvements in governance, business regulation, and capital markets, while identifying ongoing challenges for growth and diversification. The paper notes progress in narrowing structural gaps with frontier economies and enhancing economic performance.
Research Other
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2026-01-23•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund's Executive Board completed the 2025 Post-Financing Assessment with Uganda, endorsing the staff appraisal and noting Uganda's adequate repayment capacity despite fiscal vulnerabilities. Recommendations include accelerating fiscal consolidation, advancing tax policy measures, and strengthening supervision amid rising sovereign-bank linkages and expanding FinTech lending.
Research Economic data and developments
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2026-01-23•Uruguay•Central Bank of Uruguay
The Central Bank of Uruguay rescheduled its Monetary Policy Committee meeting from 12 February to 26 January, citing global disruptions impacting inflation's alignment with the 4.5% target. An additional meeting is planned for March, with the date forthcoming.
Monetary policy Monetary policy framework & strategy Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-23•United States•Commodity Futures Trading Commission
The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced that Chairman Michael S. Selig will sponsor the Agricultural Advisory Committee (AAC) and has opened nominations to fill vacancies, with submissions due by 18 February. The AAC advises on agricultural derivatives market regulatory issues and priorities, and the CFTC invites public nominations and topic proposals.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Hiring and recruitment
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2026-01-23•Europe•Committee of Experts on the Evaluation of Anti-Money Laundering Measures (MONEYVAL)
The Council of Europe’s MONEYVAL Committee reported that Croatia has improved its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework, addressing most technical compliance issues with the Financial Action Task Force standard on non-profit organisations. Croatia is rated compliant on seven FATF recommendations, largely compliant on 27, and partially compliant on three. Consequently, Croatia will exit the fifth-round follow-up process before its sixth-round mutual evaluation in 2030.
Policy & regulation Peer reviews and country evaluations AML and CFT
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2026-01-23•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission urged bondholders of five Italian-Thai Development Public Company Limited bond series to exercise their rights and review information before a reconvened meeting on 27 January 2026, after a previous meeting failed to meet quorum. Proposals include extending maturity by three years, adjusting repayment and coupon rates, and amending terms for early redemption, with the bondholders’ representative required to provide a detailed analysis of the proposals' implications.
Supervision Interventions Corporate governance
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2026-01-23•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission has extended the deadline for M Vision Public Company Limited to submit its special audit report to 31 March 2026, requiring public disclosure via the Stock Exchange of Thailand’s SETLink. This extension follows MVP's request for more time to review transactions flagged by auditors and the SEC.
Supervision Interventions Auditing
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2026-01-23•Angola•Ministry of Finance (Angola)
Angola's Ministry of Finance reported a budget deficit of AOA 362.22 billion for the third quarter of 2025, with expenditures driven by the social sector and financial charges. The Kwenda 2 social transfer programme is underway, focusing on beneficiary registration and payment operations, while the Integrated Municipal Intervention Plan (PIIM) portfolio increased to 2,396 projects.
Data & statistics Economic data and developments
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2026-01-23•Norway•Norwegian Finanstilsynet
The Norwegian Financial Supervisory Authority's inspection of Tolga-Os Sparebank revealed weaknesses in governance, risk management, and reporting, particularly concerning ambitious growth targets and credit and liquidity risk handling. The report highlights inadequate capital needs assessment, unclear risk classifications, and insufficient liquidity risk monitoring. The authority expects improved monitoring practices and alignment between policy and practice, noting remedial actions have been initiated.
Supervision Reviews, inspections & stress tests Risk management Capital adequacy Liquidity risk
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2026-01-23•Lithuania•Ministry of Finance (Lithuania)
Lithuania's Ministry of Finance announced the Government's approval to ratify a convention with Pakistan to avoid double taxation and prevent fiscal evasion on income taxes. The agreement, signed in September 2025, aims to enhance legal certainty for Lithuanian businesses in Pakistan and aligns with OECD and G20 standards, pending ratification by both countries' parliaments.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Tax transparency and information exchange
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2026-01-23•Lithuania•Ministry of Finance (Lithuania)
Lithuania’s Ministry of Finance highlighted Vice-Minister Januš Kizenevic's remarks at the World Economic Forum in Davos, advocating for defence investment as a catalyst for innovation and calling for increased funding access to boost private capital in defence projects. Kizenevic emphasized the importance of the EU Multiannual Financial Framework 2028–2034, supporting proposals for increased defence funding and a permanent support mechanism for Ukraine with EUR 100 billion in loans and grants.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Geopolitical risk
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2026-01-23•United States•Federal Housing Finance Agency
The Federal Housing Finance Agency's fiscal year 2025 Performance and Accountability Report received a clean audit from the U.S. Government Accountability Office, marking the seventeenth consecutive year of an unmodified opinion with no material weaknesses. The report also highlights the agency's efforts in ensuring the safety, soundness, and housing affordability mission of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and the Federal Home Loan Banks.
Institutional development Other Auditing
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2026-01-23•United States•Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City
The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City's January Survey of Tenth District Services shows a modest rise in services activity and slightly higher future expectations, despite a slight decline in employment. The survey, which includes new seasonal adjustment factors, reports increased annual growth in consumer and business services activity.
Data & statistics Activity and performance reporting
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2026-01-23•Cyprus•Central Bank of Cyprus
The Central Bank of Cyprus reported an improvement in the Cypriot banking sector's asset quality as of 31 October 2025, with the non-performing loan ratio decreasing to 4.2% and the MEX ratio falling to 2.1%. The coverage ratio for non-performing exposures increased to 70.7%, and total restructured loans stood at EUR 1.1 billion.
Data & statistics Financial and market indicators Supervisory data
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2026-01-23•Jersey•Jersey Financial Services Commission
The Jersey Financial Services Commission (JFSC) issued a fraud warning regarding a social media impersonator using the name “Jersey Evening Post – Financial Advisor (Ivan Vykup)” to send unsolicited messages and invite people to join a fraudulent investment group. The JFSC confirmed the account is not registered in Jersey and advised the public to avoid engagement and verify information through its website.
Supervision Alerts Fraud and scams
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2026-01-23•Colombia•Central Bank of Colombia
The Central Bank of Colombia issued External Circular Letter GE-0026 detailing the operating hours for its Treasury services in February 2026.
Monetary policy Other Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-23•Colombia•Central Bank of Colombia
The Central Bank of Colombia announced that its Board of Directors voted to maintain the monetary policy interest rate at 9.25%, effective since 2 May 2025. A communications silence period is set from 24 to 30 January, with the next interest rate decision on 30 January and the Monetary Policy Report on 3 February.
Monetary policy Policy rate decisions Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-23•Colombia•Central Bank of Colombia
The Central Bank of Colombia's Regional Economic Pulse for Q4 2025 indicates a slowdown in national economic growth compared to Q3, primarily due to weaker industry and agriculture, with commerce as the main growth driver. Antioquia led regional growth despite reduced coffee production, while Nororiente accelerated due to industry and commerce; other regions like Bogotá and Central Cafetera slowed due to temporary industrial shutdowns.
Monetary policy Monetary policy assessments & outlooks Economic data and developments
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2026-01-23•Costa Rica•Central Bank of Costa Rica
The Central Bank of Costa Rica released a note on its "Sustainability and Citizen Perspective" survey targeting educated adults to assess the societal and environmental impact of its operations. Responses will remain confidential under Article 14 of its Organic Law, with results presented in aggregate form. The bank emphasized that no personal or sensitive information is collected.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Climate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-01-23•Global•Bank for International Settlements
The Bank for International Settlements published a working paper indicating that AI adoption in European non-financial firms boosts labor productivity by about 4% without reducing firm-level employment short term, with benefits concentrated in medium and large firms. The study, using data from over 12,000 EU firms and 800 US firms, attributes productivity gains to capital deepening and notes higher wages at AI-adopting firms, with stronger effects where complementary investments are made.
Research Artificial intelligence
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2026-01-23•Tanzania•Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority
The Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority outlined its supervision strategy for the Universal Health Insurance rollout starting 26 January 2026, including guidelines for complaint handling and public education. The programme mandates a TZS 150,000 annual fee per household, with government coverage for vulnerable groups, and emphasizes coordination with local authorities for effective implementation.
Supervision Supervision approach, priorities & toolkit Other
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2026-01-23•China•China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission
China's State Administration of Financial Supervision and Administration and the Ministry of Public Security released cases highlighting "black and grey industry" violations, including illegal loan schemes and insurance fraud, to enhance enforcement and criminal justice coordination. The cases underscore ongoing cross-agency efforts in crime prevention, digital supervision, and risk management, with plans for further development.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Fraud and scams
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2026-01-23•China•China Securities Regulatory Commission
The China Securities Regulatory Commission (CSRC) imposed administrative penalties on Zhejiang Ruifengda Asset Management Co., Ltd. and related entities for serious legal violations, including fines exceeding CNY 2,800 and a lifetime ban on the actual controller. The Asset Management Association of China cancelled the registration of the relevant manager, and criminal suspicions will be referred to public security authorities.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions
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2026-01-23•China•China Securities Regulatory Commission
The China Securities Regulatory Commission has approved the Shanghai International Energy Trading Center's registration of No. 20 rubber options, low-sulfur fuel oil options, and international copper options, and will ensure the exchange completes preparations for their smooth launch and operation.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Securities offerings and listings
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2026-01-23•United States•U.S. Department of the Treasury
The U.S. Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control designated eight shipping companies and nine vessels as blocked property under Executive Order 13902, targeting Iran's petroleum and petrochemical sectors. This action blocks property within U.S. jurisdiction and prohibits U.S. persons from transactions with these entities without authorization, with penalties for violations.
Enforcement Sanctions & designations New sanctions designations
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2026-01-23•Mauritius•Bank of Mauritius
The Bank of Mauritius issued a public notice warning of a data privacy breach at Rogers Capital Credit, where client data was unlawfully obtained and published on the dark web. The central bank advises individuals to monitor their bank accounts and financial statements closely and to report any suspicious activity or questionable communications to their bank immediately.
Supervision Alerts Data protection
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2026-01-23•Mauritius•Bank of Mauritius
The Bank of Mauritius confirmed that its August 2025 assessment identified the same four banks—The Mauritius Commercial Bank Ltd, SBM Bank (Mauritius) Ltd, Absa Bank (Mauritius) Limited, and AfrAsia Bank Limited—as Domestic-Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs) in Mauritius, based on a framework assessing size, exposure, interconnectedness, complexity, and substitutability.
Supervision Risk monitoring & watch points Financial stability and systemic risk
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2026-01-23•Mauritius•Bank of Mauritius
The Bank of Mauritius issued a scam alert regarding "Tranz Digital Bank," which falsely claims to be a licensed digital bank in Mauritius. The Bank advises the public to verify licensing status through its published lists and reminds that only duly licensed banks may use the term "bank" in Mauritius.
Supervision Alerts Unlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-23•Serbia•National Bank of Serbia
The National Bank of Serbia (NBS) reported a 28% increase in banks' costs to international card schemes in 2024, totaling EUR 142 million, while costs for the national DinaCard scheme rose by 0.08% to EUR 2.7 million. The NBS highlighted that international schemes, with 34% market turnover, accounted for over 56% of banks' total scheme costs, noting that if DinaCard transactions from 2020–2024 had been processed through international schemes, costs would have been EUR 223 million higher.
Data & statistics Financial and market indicators
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2026-01-23•Brazil•Central Bank of Brazil
The Central Bank of Brazil's Supervision Department found inconsistencies in Banco Master's credit portfolio transfers to BRB, prompting criminal referrals and prudential actions, including a preventive measure on BRB and a proposal for the extrajudicial liquidation of Master Conglomerate institutions. Director Ailton de Aquino Santos highlighted the Central Bank's monitoring role and disclosed his banking and tax information to authorities, stressing that financial institutions must assess credit quality and maintain risk management controls.
Supervision Interventions Credit risk Liquidity risk
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2026-01-23•Canada•Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario has initiated enforcement action against insurance agent Angie Sau Chu Lau, proposing to revoke her licence and impose $150,000 in penalties for contraventions of Ontario's Insurance Act and Regulation 347/04. Lau, accused of offering inducements and failing to disclose conflicts of interest, has requested a hearing, during which her interim suspension remains in effect.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Unlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-23•Moldova•National Commission for Financial Markets
Moldova's National Commission for Financial Markets approved a draft law on distance contracts for consumer financial services, enhancing pre-contractual disclosure and curbing manipulative digital marketing, and sent it to the Ministry of Economic Development and Digitalization. The Commission also made capital markets and supervisory decisions, including authorizing securities registrations, imposing fines for non-compliance, and addressing misleading practices in insurance and banking.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Consumer and investor protection Market development
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2026-01-23•Norway•Department of Finance (Norway)
Norway's Department of Finance has initiated a consultation on a working group report proposing a new anti-money laundering act to implement the EU AML package, including lowering cash-payment thresholds to NOK 10,000. The proposals expand AML obligations to additional sectors, suggest strengthening supervision, and regulate the register of beneficial owners, with a consultation deadline of 30 April 2026.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements AML and CFT
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2026-01-23•Vietnam•Vietnam State Securities Commission
Vietnam's State Securities Commission (SSC) issued Notice No. 17/TB-UBCK, requiring individuals listed in an attached roster to pay a VND 1,000,000 fee for securities practice certificates, with payment options including bank transfer or direct payment to the SSC. Failure to complete the certification process within one year of the fee announcement will result in certificate cancellation.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Licensing and supervisory fees
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2026-01-23•Bermuda•Ministry of Finance (Bermuda)
Bermuda's Ministry of Home Affairs, led by Minister Alexa Lightbourne, met with Clarien Bank executives to discuss banking solutions to enhance financial access and affordability for Bermudian families, focusing on cashless payment options and low-interest financing for residential solar solutions.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Financial inclusion
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2026-01-23•France•Bank of France
The Bank of France announced the appointments of Emmanuelle Assouan as Secretary General of the Prudential Supervision and Resolution Authority and Xavier Debrun as Director General for Statistics, Studies and International. Assouan, previously Director General for Financial Stability and Operations, will succeed Nathalie Aufauvre on 2 March 2026. Debrun, formerly with the National Bank of Belgium, will succeed Olivier Garnier on 2 February 2026.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-23•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam announced that Governor Nguyen Thi Hong was re-elected to the XIV Party Central Committee at the 14th National Congress of the Party. Hong has been with the State Bank since 1991 and has served as Governor since November 2020.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-23•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam's Region 8 held a conference to review 2025 performance and outline 2026 banking priorities, focusing on stabilizing interest rates, supporting credit access, and selective credit expansion. Region 8 reported a 17.1% increase in mobilised capital and a 14.7% rise in total credit outstanding, with a 2026 credit growth target of 15% directed towards manufacturing, priority sectors, and green growth, while enhancing bad-debt handling.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Other
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2026-01-23•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam reported on the 14th National Congress of the Communist Party of Vietnam, highlighting the approval of its resolution and the re-election of To Lam as General Secretary. The session, led by Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh, included election results for key committees and a call to action for implementing the congress resolution.
Other
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2026-01-23•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam (SBV) and UK representatives discussed enhancing Vietnam-UK cooperation in financial sectors, focusing on digital payments, trade finance, and green finance initiatives. The meeting highlighted the role of UK banks in Vietnam, the impact of the Vietnam-UK Free Trade Agreement on trade turnover, and Vietnam's progress in non-cash payments and financial infrastructure development.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Fintech and insurtech Domestic cooperation
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2026-01-23•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam refuted social media claims about eliminating currency denominations from VND 1,000 to VND 5,000, affirming these claims lack legal basis and urging against spreading such misinformation. Currency management will proceed as per legal requirements, and violations will be legally addressed.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Currency and cash management
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2026-01-23•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam held a meeting in Da Nang to discuss the role of its regional branches in implementing monetary and banking policies and addressing local challenges, with a focus on transitioning to a regional SBV model. Key topics included management, inspection of credit institutions, digital transformation, and advisory work for local government committees.
Institutional development Mandate & organizational structure Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-23•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
At the Vietnam Asset Management Company (VAMC) conference, Deputy Governor Nguyen Ngoc Canh stressed that VAMC should manage bad debts as part of the 2026 credit institution restructuring, while enhancing efficiency and preserving State capital. Key 2026 priorities include expanding market-value debt transactions, implementing Decree 53/2013/ND-CP activities, and developing the VAMC Debt Exchange to strengthen the bad-debt trading market.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Asset quality
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2026-01-23•Europe•Council of Europe
The Council of Europe’s MONEYVAL issued follow-up reports on Azerbaijan, Croatia, and Estonia, noting strengthened anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing frameworks. Azerbaijan received multiple rating upgrades, Croatia showed progress with some deficiencies remaining, and Estonia improved measures including those related to proliferation financing.
Supervision Peer reviews and country evaluations AML and CFT
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2026-01-23•Europe•European Banking Authority
The European Banking Authority has published updated final draft Regulatory Technical Standards on resolution plans and resolution colleges to streamline planning and enhance cooperation among authorities. The revisions include a restructured approach to resolution plans, clearer separation of strategy selection and resolvability assessment, and simplified processes for resolution colleges to reduce administrative burdens.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Recovery and resolution
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2026-01-23•Bulgaria•National Bank of Bulgaria
The Bulgarian National Bank reported that 67% of lev cash has been withdrawn, expecting over 90% for banknotes and 60% for coins by mid-2026. Over EUR 5.3 billion in euro banknotes and coins has circulated, with exchanges free of charge and without limits. The central bank and commercial banks are facilitating the exchange process, including extended operations and specific procedures for large amounts.
Monetary policy Monetary policy instruments & operations Currency and cash management
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2026-01-23•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund announced a staff-level agreement with the Union of the Comoros on economic policies for the fifth review under its Extended Credit Facility programme, pending approval by IMF management and the Executive Board. Completion of the review would release SDR 3.56 million, with improved programme performance noted despite a widened domestic primary deficit and temporary external arrears.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Other
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2026-01-23•United States•The White House
First Lady Melania Trump will ring the opening bell of the New York Stock Exchange on January 28, 2026, marking her first year in the second term of the Trump Administration. The announcement highlighted her initiatives on children's well-being, including the TAKE IT DOWN Act, an Executive Order on Fostering the Future, the Presidential Artificial Intelligence Challenge, and securing USD 25 million for housing support for youth leaving foster care.
Other
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2026-01-23•Kyrgyzstan•National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic revoked Licence No 7013 from BNB Finance Plus LLC, effective 15 January 2026, due to violations of Kyrgyz Republic legislation and National Bank regulations.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Foreign exchange policy and markets
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2026-01-23•Kyrgyzstan•National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic suspended the exchange bureau licence of Ihsan LTD LLC from 23 to 25 January 2026 for violations of Kyrgyz Republic legislation and National Bank regulations.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals