IOSCO 51st Annual Meeting

The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) conducted its landmark 51st
Annual Meeting virtually, with the participation of member regulatory and supervisory authorities from various countries, as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen international cooperation and discuss the latest developments and challenges facing global financial markets. The meetings brought together heads of regulatory authorities, international experts, and representatives of prominent financial and regulatory institutions to exchange expertise and discuss current and future regulatory priorities.

During the meetings, members of the Growth and Emerging Markets Committee (GEMC) discussed several priority topics, including capacity-building programs, financial market development, and the results of IOSCO’s market development survey, in addition to trends and risks affecting emerging markets, including global debt developments and reports on financial risk outlooks. Participants also reviewed member states’ experiences in implementing capital market development initiatives and improving market classification within global indices, as well as discussing regulatory frameworks related to financial influencers (Finfluencers) and promoting accountability in digital financial content.

The meetings also featured extensive discussions within the Africa and Middle East Regional Committee (AMERC), focusing on the key challenges and changes facing financial markets in the region and ways to enhance the efficiency of regulatory and supervisory frameworks. Members exchanged views on economic and geopolitical developments and their impact on market stability, in addition to reviewing initiatives and experiences related to developing supervisory and oversight tools using modern technologies, including Supervisory Technology (SupTech) solutions. Discussions also addressed the importance of regulatory innovation and the use of digital solutions to enhance supervisory effectiveness, investor protection, and the readiness of regulatory authorities to keep pace with rapid transformations in global financial markets.
The meetings also included a review of IOSCO’s capacity-building and training programs, along with discussions on updates to the organization’s 2026 work program, reflecting members’ commitment to developing regulatory frameworks and enhancing the efficiency of financial markets at the global level.

The Presidents Committee meeting featured discussions on issues related to retail investors in the digital world, with a focus on the challenges and opportunities associated with digital transformation in financial markets. The meeting also included a panel discussion with the participation of CEOs of regulatory and supervisory authorities from various countries, addressing investor protection and the promotion of digital financial literacy amid rapid technological developments. The meeting concluded with the announcement that Quebec City, Canada, will host the 52nd IOSCO Annual Meeting in 2027.