Bank of Russia: CBDCs and stablecoins at the Eurasian roundtable

The Bank of Russia reported on its third Eurasian roundtable at the off-site IMF–World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok. The announcement is dated 15 October 2026.

Financial authorities from Eurasia and partner countries examined how central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and stablecoins affect monetary policy. They also discussed the role of large technology companies and ecosystems in regional development.

World Bank and Eurasian Fund for Stabilization and Development representatives attended. The announcement describes the meeting’s discussion agenda; it does not announce new binding requirements.

Source: Bank of Russia, 15 October 2026.

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