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Central Bank of the UAE

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Source: Emirates 24|7

UAE Bank Ordered to Refund Customer Over Unproven Digital Payment Authorisation

The UAE's banking and insurance disputes settlement unit, Sanadak, has ordered a local bank to refund funds deducted from a customer's account via a digital payment service. The ruling was issued after the bank failed to provide proof that the customer's phone was linked to the service or that the transaction was authorised. The decision enforces the UAE Central Bank's Consumer Protection Standards regarding electronic transaction verification.

China–UAE News
Source: UECN

UAE Central Bank and People’s Bank of China Discuss Cross-Border Financial Cooperation

The Central Bank of the UAE met with the People's Bank of China during the 2026 IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings in Bangkok. The bilateral talks addressed cross-border payment systems, financial innovation, sustainable finance, and trade settlement connectivity. During the summit, the UAE also confirmed Abu Dhabi as host for the 2029 IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings.

China–UAE News
Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)

UAE Central Bank Meets People’s Bank of China at Bangkok IMF Meetings

The Central Bank of the UAE held bilateral talks with the People's Bank of China during the 2026 IMF and World Bank Group Annual Meetings in Bangkok. The discussions focused on expanding cross-border payment systems, financial innovation, sustainable finance, and trade settlement connectivity. During the summit, the UAE also signed a formal agreement to host the 2029 Annual Meetings in Abu Dhabi.

China–UAE News
Source: www.wam.ae

UAE Showcases Financial Partnerships and Meets Central Bank of China in Bangkok

The UAE participated in the 2026 IMF and World Bank Group Annual Meetings held in Bangkok, Thailand. The Central Bank of the UAE held bilateral meetings with the People's Bank of China and other central banks to discuss payment systems, innovation, and sustainable finance. In addition, the UAE signed an agreement to host the 2029 IMF and World Bank Annual Meetings in Abu Dhabi.

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