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Financial Sector Policies

FX Operations and Reference Exchange Rate

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Session No.: SA 25.20

Location: New Delhi, India

Date: April 21-24, 2025 (1 week)

Delivery Method: In-person Training

Primary Language: English

    Target Audience

    Central bank officials involved in FX operations and FX market development.

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    Qualifications

    Participants should possess a background in economics or finance, relevant work experience in central banking, and a basic understanding of FX operations and market dynamics.

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    Course Description

    This course, offered by the IMF South Asia Regional Training and Technical Assistance Center (SARTTAC) in collaboration with the IMF Capacity Development Office in Thailand (CDOT), aims to enhance central banks' understanding of effectively managing foreign exchange (FX) operations and their role in FX market development. Participants will delve into the calculation of reference exchange rates, main principles of central bank FX operations, and strategies for FX interventions. The curriculum includes practical discussions based on case studies from countries with different FX regimes, exploring the implications of new Multi-Currency Practice (MCP) policies, and addressing the challenges of communicating FX policies and operations. The course will feature expert-led sessions, interactive discussions, and culminate in a panel discussion summarizing key insights and best practices for implementation in FX operations.

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    Course Objectives

    The primary objective of this course is to: 

    ¿    Enhance understanding of FX operations among central bank officials 
    ¿    Discuss the methodology for calculation reference exchange rates 
    ¿    Analyze case studies from central banks in different FX regimes 
    ¿    Address challenges in communicating FX policies and operations 
    ¿    Explore the implications of new Multi-Currency Practice (MCP) policies 
    ¿    Discuss the role of central banks for improving FX market functioning 
    ¿    Facilitate knowledge sharing through country case studies and professional discussions.
     

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