Indeed, through our regular meetings, Ben and I have built up a very close working relationship, a climate of mutual trust, and a platform for direct and quick contact in special circumstances that would require urgent communication. Why is this important? The purpose of our contact is not the coordination of our monetary policies.
This is evident from the increased members including Asia’s largest and emerging economies, growing attraction for more membership, and increased capacity of the Centre in research and training. The Centre has also created a platform and an opportunity for all of us to discuss the emerging global financial issues of our common interest.