On September 29, 2026, Firuz Sharifzoda, First Deputy Chairman of the National Bank of Tajikistan, met in Miami with representatives of the U.S. Federal Reserve Bank: James Hickl, Lara Green-Spector, Michael Saproshan, Peter Roetel, and Annamarie Rower-Staker. During the meeting, the parties discussed the development of professional ties, the exchange of experience, and cooperation in priority areas of banking activity.
The First Deputy Chairman of the National Bank of Tajikistan highlighted the long-term nature of the bilateral cooperation, emphasizing the vital role of exchanging experience and adopting international practices to refine banking processes and implement modern standards.
During the meeting the parties exchanged views on practical approaches to implementing modern financial messaging standards and aligning banking infrastructure and internal processes with international requirements. Discussions also covered anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism (AML/CFT), including risk management and the enhancement of supervisory procedures regarding financial security as well as the development of correspondent banking relationships, the improvement of international settlement efficiency, and compliance with modern standards in this area.
The parties also emphasized the need to enhance the professional capacity of specialists through industry-specific consultations, training seminars, and the exchange of practical experience in areas such as monetary policy, banking supervision, payment systems, and financial security. Furthermore, they expressed their willingness to maintain a regular dialogue and expand professional ties regarding SWIFT, AML/CFT, correspondent banking relationships, and payment systems, as well as to discuss other matters of mutual interest.
Press Division
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30.09.2026
