Banca d'Italia and the ECB organize the 'High-Level Policy Dialogue on Electronic Payments and Digital Currencies'

3 November 2026

The 'High-Level Policy Dialogue on Electronic Payments and Digital Currencies', jointly organized by Banca d'Italia and the European Central Bank (ECB), took place today in Frankfurt. The event brought together senior officials from the Eurosystem and African central banks.

The event is part of the ESCB-Africa cooperation programme, funded by the European Union, which promotes the direct exchange of experiences and knowledge among participating institutions.

Discussions covered cross-border payment projects, instant payment systems, digital currencies, and the impact of new technologies on payment systems and monetary sovereignty.

This dialogue shows the ESCB' commitment to promoting international cooperation and knowledge sharing on the challenges arising from digital innovation in finance. It also strengthens professional networks and fosters relationships between European and African central banks.