
Adolfo Sarmiento
Manager Economic Policy and Markets
Central Bank of Uruguay
Biography
Adolfo Sarmiento is responsible for the monetary policy implementation and the payment system regulation and supervision at the Central Bank of Uruguay. He has been working as external advisor for the IMF on CBDC projects.
About the company
The Central Bank of Uruguay is responsible for monetary policy, financial stability and financial services supervision in Uruguay.
Presentation
Panel discussion : Interoperability & cross border payments
In this panel discussion, experts will discuss the crucial topic of interoperability. They will explore how CBDCs could as seamlessly as possible integrate with existing financial systems and collaborate with external systems beyond central banks. Key points will include the need for technical standards, regulatory alignment, and private sector engagement to enable cross-border transactions and drive innovation. The panel aims to highlight the importance of interoperability in realizing the full potential of CBDCs for enhancing domestic & global payment networks.

