Known as the \"Olympic Games\" of the financial world, the SWIFT International Banker's Operation Seminar 2024 (SIBOS 2024) kicked off in Beijing on Monday. Marking its first-ever event on the Chinese mainland, SIBOS 2024 is set to redefine the future of global finance.
Organized by SWIFT (Society for Worldwide Interbank Financial Telecommunication), SIBOS brings together more than 10,000 guests from over 150 countries and regions. This year's theme, \"Connecting the Future of Finance,\" emphasizes the conference's focus on innovation and collaboration in the financial sector.
Prominent leaders such as Yin Yong, mayor of Beijing Municipal Government, and Lu Lei, deputy governor of the People's Bank of China, delivered insightful speeches. Global voices like Javier Perez-Tasso, CEO of SWIFT, and Bill Winters, Group Chief Executive of Standard Chartered, also shared their perspectives, setting the tone for the event.
SIBOS 2024 boasts an impressive agenda with over 250 conferences and more than 500 distinguished guests. Topics span across banking, payments, digital assets, trade finance, artificial intelligence, and sustainable finance, reflecting the dynamic changes shaping the industry.
The exhibition area is divided into the main exhibition and the financial technology exhibition. The main exhibition hosts representatives from 133 financial and third-party institutions, including 114 international companies such as J.P. Morgan Chase, Citibank, and HSBC. These exhibitors will showcase the latest innovations and trends driving the financial world forward.
As SIBOS 2024 unfolds in Beijing, it promises to be a pivotal event for young global citizens, business and tech enthusiasts, thought leaders, and anyone passionate about the evolution of finance. With its comprehensive coverage and diverse participation, SIBOS continues to be the go-to platform for insightful discussions and groundbreaking advancements in the financial industry.
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