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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Bank of England (BoE) recently formalized their collaboration through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) focused on the exchange of information for the settlement of bond trades. The agreement specifically targets the involvement of the Clearing Corporation of India Ltd (CCIL) in clearing and settling bonds and overnight indexed swap trades conducted by England-based banks and investors.
CCIL, operating under the supervision of the RBI, functions as a central counterparty, playing a pivotal role in hosting the trading platform for Indian government bonds and overnight indexed swaps. The new MoU signed between the RBI and BoE signifies a strategic step towards enhancing cooperation in the global financial landscape.
One of the key aspects outlined in the agreement is the recognition of CCIL as a counterparty by the BoE. This acknowledgment implies that CCIL will now be assessed and recognized by the BoE in its capacity to clear and settle trades carried out by banks and investors based in England. This move is expected to streamline and facilitate the settlement process for bond trades, fostering smoother transactions between entities in the two jurisdictions.
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The agreement emphasizes a mutual understanding between the RBI and BoE regarding the cooperation arrangements specified in the MoU. It highlights the primacy of the RBI and its mandate in the supervision of Covered Central Counterparties (CCPs), ensuring a cohesive regulatory framework. The term CCP, which stands for clearing counterparty, refers to a financial institution that facilitates the clearing and settlement of financial transactions.
Furthermore, the collaboration is built on the principles of mutual respect for each jurisdiction’s current regulatory regime and supervisory practices. This foundation is crucial in maintaining the integrity of the financial systems in both India and England while allowing for effective cross-border cooperation.
The collaboration between the RBI and BoE through the MoU demonstrates a proactive approach towards strengthening financial ties between India and England. By recognizing and facilitating the role of CCIL as a central counterparty, the agreement is poised to enhance the efficiency of bond trades and overnight indexed swap transactions, contributing to the overall resilience of the global financial ecosystem.