RBI, Maldives Monetary Authority Pact to Enhance Trade with Local Currencies
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Maldives Monetary Authority (MMA) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish a framework for promoting the use of local currencies—the Indian Rupee (INR) and Maldivian Rufiyaa (MVR)—in cross-border transactions. Signed by RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das and MMA Governor Ahmed Munawar, the MoU aims to facilitate bilateral trade, reduce transaction costs, and optimize settlement times by allowing exporters and importers to invoice and settle payments in their respective domestic currencies.
The agreement permits the use of INR and MVR for current account transactions, certain capital account transactions, and other economic activities as agreed upon by both countries.
A dedicated INR-MVR currency pair will be developed for trading in the foreign exchange market, enhancing the financial ecosystem between the two nations.
Local currency usage is expected to lower transaction costs and minimize delays in settlements, benefiting trade and financial integration.
The agreement is a milestone in deepening financial ties and boosting economic collaboration between India and the Maldives.
By reducing dependency on third-party currencies like the US dollar, the pact strengthens trade efficiency and promotes the growth of regional partnerships.
This initiative builds on India’s consistent support for Maldives’ economic development, marking another step towards mutual cooperation in financial and trade sectors.
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