This envisages drawing up quantitative objectives at global level on how to extend the connections between local systems, on easing regulatory and operational frictions and on innovative technologies. The analysis of the regulatory and supervisory implications regarding global stablecoins and further research into the use of digital currencies and their possible issuance by central banks are part of this sphere.
*  *  *  I wish to begin by tendering profound apologies from the Chairman of the Africa Progress Panel, Mr Kofi Annan, who is unable to be a part of this meeting due to overlapping commitments.