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Solomon Islands CBDC

Research

Solomon Islands

Central Bank(s)

Central Bank of Solomon Islands

Announcement Year

2022

Status

Research

Retail/Wholesale

Retail

Technology Provider

Soramitsu

Main motivation/goals of the CBDC

The purpose of this study is to chart a path for the Pacific Island countries into the age of digital finance. It will systematically investigate financial infrastructures in four countries: Fiji, Solomon Islands, Tonga, and Vanuatu. In addition to assessing current procedures for wholesale settlements (i.e., between financial institutions) and cash-based and cashless retail settlements (e.g., between end users), SORAMITSU will evaluate the potential risks and benefits of introducing central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and other novel digital assets.

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Last update: July 2021

July 2021

Status updated

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Announcement Year: 2022

Retail/Wholesale: Retail

Technology Provider: Soramitsu

Main motivation/goals of the CBDC: The purpose of this study is to chart a path for the Pacific Island countries into the age of digital finance. It will systematically investigate financial infrastructures in four countries: Fiji, Solomon Islands, Tonga, and Vanuatu. In addition to assessing current procedures for wholesale settlements (i.e., between financial institutions) and cash-based and cashless retail settlements (e.g., between end users), SORAMITSU will evaluate the potential risks and benefits of introducing central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and other novel digital assets.

Link to announcement: soramitsu.co.jp

Country / Region: Solomon Islands

Central Bank(s): Central Bank of Solomon Islands

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