AMRO ASIA · 15 Sep, 05:03 · Finance briefing

10th Joint RFA Research Seminar Calls for Stronger Cooperation on Digital Finance in a Geo-Fragmented World

The tenth joint Research Forum on Asia (RFA) seminar highlights the urgent need for enhanced cooperation in digital finance amid increasing geopolitical fragmentation.

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The tenth joint Research Forum on Asia (RFA) seminar highlights the urgent need for enhanced cooperation in digital finance amid increasing geopolitical fragmentation. Organised by AMRO ASIA, the event addresses how global tensions are complicating financial integration and regulatory alignment across borders. The seminar serves as a critical platform for policymakers and financial experts to discuss strategies for maintaining stability and fostering collaboration in a divided economic landscape, emphasising the necessity of robust frameworks to navigate these complex international dynamics effectively.

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