Qatar’s financial market authorities have participated in high-level regional discussions focusing on cybersecurity, market integration, and the future of digital assets. Dr Tamy bin Ahmad al-Binali, CEO of the Qatar Financial Markets Authority (QFMA), represented the state at the meeting, which addressed critical challenges and opportunities facing the sector.
Key Topics on the Agenda
According to a statement from the QFMA, the talks covered significant issues facing regional securities markets. Key among these were the persistent challenges of cybersecurity and the ongoing efforts to achieve greater regional integration of capital markets. Delegates also shared experiences, initiatives, and lessons learned from their respective jurisdictions while looking ahead to future challenges.
Exploring Financial Innovations
A workshop held alongside the main meeting explored the transition toward tokenized digital assets. Participants debated whether “tokenisation” represents a natural step in market development or poses a challenge to traditional regulatory systems, a topic of growing importance as the UAE prepares to start global sharing of tax data on digital assets by 2028.
The agenda also included emerging trends in sustainable finance. Discussions centred on how environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations have become integral to the global financial system. The conversation also touched upon how financial markets are being reshaped to align with these new standards.
Bilateral Talks with Abu Dhabi Regulator
On the sidelines of the event, Dr al-Binali met with Emmanuel Givanakis, the Chief Executive Officer of the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The two officials exchanged views on matters of mutual interest and discussed strategies for strengthening bilateral co-operation, particularly in capital markets and financial services.
Their conversation also covered key global developments in the sector and identified prospects for future collaboration. The meeting signals a continued commitment to aligning regulatory approaches and strengthening financial ties between the two major economic hubs.
