Africa: Aamfi Appoints Dr. Corneille Karekezi As Chairperson As the Alliance Welcomes New Members - Banque Ouest Africaine De Développement and Regional Maritime Development Bank: [Afreximbank] The Alliance of African Multilateral Financial Institutions (AAMFI) has appointed Dr. Corneille Karekezi as Chairperson of its Governing Council, succeeding Samaila Zubairu, President and Chief Executive… http://newsfeed.facilit8.network/TRGkxp #Africa #AAMFI #FinancialInstitutions #Leadership #DrCorneilleKarekezi
The Bank of Korea reduced its cash supply for the Lunar New Year holiday by 6.2% year-on-year, citing a shorter holiday period and a shift in seasonal demand patterns.
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Bank of Korea Cuts Lunar New Year Cash Supply by 6.2% Year-on-Year

The Bank of Korea reduced its cash supply for the Lunar New Year holiday by 6.2% year-on-year, citing a shorter holiday period and a shift in seasonal demand patterns.

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States and financial bodies using modelling that ignores shocks from extreme weather and climate tipping points

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South Korea's Ministry of Economy and Finance is considering new macroprudential measures targeting financial institutions to curb excessive dollar demand from retail investors, as recent exchange rate volatility highlights risks of a self-reinforcing cycle of won depreciation.
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Ministry of Economy and Finance Considers Macroprudential Measures to Curb Excess Dollar Demand from Retail Investors (Comprehensive)

South Korea's Ministry of Economy and Finance is considering new macroprudential measures targeting financial institutions to curb excessive dollar demand from retail investors, as recent exchange rate volatility highlights risks of a self-reinforcing cycle of won depreciation.

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EBRD lends €17 million to ProCredit Bank Kosovo

EBRD financing package will boost funding for SMEs and mid-caps, support digitalisation and foster green investmentPackage includes first…
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South Korea's foreign exchange reserves climbed for a sixth straight month in November, reaching $430.7 billion—the highest level since August 2022—driven by investment returns and increased foreign currency deposits, according to the Bank of Korea.
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EBRD and EU boost SME development in the Western Balkans

Loan under the Go Digital in the Western Balkans Programme to boost SME digitalisation, green technologies and competitivenessSigning…
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SelectStar, a South Korean AI data reliability firm, closed its Series B round at 26 billion won ($19.8 million) with new investments from Samsung Venture Investment and Mirae Asset Venture Capital, strengthening its position as a key AI partner for leading financial institutions.
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SelectStar Secures Additional Series B Funding—Samsung Venture Investment and Mirae Asset Venture Capital Join Round

SelectStar, a South Korean AI data reliability firm, closed its Series B round at 26 billion won ($19.8 million) with new investments from Samsung Venture Investment and Mirae Asset Venture Capital, strengthening its position as a key AI partner for leading financial institutions.

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South Korea launches a task force to open its FX market 24 hours and introduce offshore won settlement by late next year, aiming to boost global trust and market stability.
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Government Accelerates Plans for 24-Hour FX Market and Offshore Won Settlement—Target Set for Second Half of Next Year

South Korea launches a task force to open its FX market 24 hours and introduce offshore won settlement by late next year, aiming to boost global trust and market stability.

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