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Asia’s central banks seek to reassert control with CBDCs

February 17, 2021

Implementation of central bank digital currencies by Cambodia and China may help them achieve greater economic clout on world stage.

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Cash clings on in the Middle East and north Africa

February 1, 2021

Obstacles stand in the way of wider financial inclusion in the MENA region which is one of the most unbanked areas of the world.

An unmatched challenge in scale and urgency

February 1, 2021

A widespread vaccine rollout is essential for moving on from Covid-19 limbo.

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China’s regulators get tough on fintechs

January 4, 2021

Growth surge for China’s fintech microlenders at risk as they're put under strict regulation.

Ninety-five years of change and continuity

January 4, 2021

While in many respects the banking industry is unrecognisable compared to when The Banker was launched in 1926, some familiar issues remain.

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Central Banker of the Year 2021

December 31, 2020

The Banker's Central Banker of the Year 2021 awards celebrate officials that have best managed to stimulate growth and stabilise their economy. 

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Finance Minister of the Year 2021

December 31, 2020

The Banker's Finance Minister of the Year 2021 awards celebrate officials that have best stimulated growth and stabilised their economies. 

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Innovation in Digital Banking Awards 2020

December 22, 2020

The banks which have illustrated the art of the possible in digital banking are honoured in The Banker's Innovation in Digital Banking Awards 2020.

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Transaction Banking Awards 2020

December 22, 2020

This year’s Transaction Banking Awards have demonstrated how important the industry is to global business, economy and health.

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The Banker’s Bank of the Year Awards 2020

December 2, 2020

A difficult operating environment makes this year's Bank of the Year Awards' winners even more deserving of the Bracken trophy.

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