RBI to explore CBDC pilot in cross-border transactions
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Why in news
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is exploring the expansion of its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) for cross-border transactions and domestic retail use.
Background
The RBI signed an MoU with the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) for digital asset collaboration and held discussions with the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) for a cross-border CBDC pilot. The RBI also joined BIS-Innovation Hub-led initiatives to enhance cross-border payments.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyRBI: The central bank of India responsible for issuing the Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC).
- FactCBDC-R value decreased from Rs 1,016.46 crore to Rs 771.66 crore during the fiscal year.
- BodyBIS-Innovation Hub: A multilateral initiative joined by RBI to enhance cross-border payments via CBDCs.
- PlaceMAS: Monetary Authority of Singapore; CBUAE: Central Bank of the UAE.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the adoption of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) can streamline cross-border payment systems and impact India's monetary sovereignty.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Interoperability hurdles: Aligning different national CBDC protocols for seamless cross-border settlement
- Monetary policy transmission: Potential impact of digital currency circulation on traditional liquidity management
- Cybersecurity risks: Vulnerabilities in digital asset infrastructure against sophisticated cyber-attacks
Keywords: Central Bank Digital Currency · Cross-border payments · Monetary policy · Digital assets · Financial technology
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