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      Asia Pacific is one of the world's fastest-growing financial regions, home to some of the most dynamic digital economies. From cross-border payments and digital identity to sustainable finance and AI, the region is advancing digital finance through technology and policy alignment.

      Headquartered in Singapore, GFTN connects markets across the region with global partners. We convene policymakers, technologists, investors, and institutions to build practical pathways for inclusive growth.

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      Working with GFTN Southeast Asia

      Whether you are a financial institution entering ASEAN or a government designing digital transformation, GFTN Southeast Asia connects you with trusted partners across public and private sectors in the region and beyond. We strengthen policy frameworks and regional payment linkages, foster investment partnerships through regional programmes, build local capabilities through training and certification, and support sustainable finance initiatives across the network.

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      GFTN Singapore (Headquarters)

      Headquartered in Singapore, GFTN hosts a worldwide network of forums and programmes; advises governments and companies on policies and the development of digital ecosystems and innovation within the financial sector; offers digital infrastructure solutions, and plans to invest in financial technology startups with a focus on inclusion and sustainability.

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      GFTN India
      The GFTN India office advances India's FinTech ecosystem, strengthening global corridors through its capability centres and creating opportunity for the next generation. 
      Insights Forum
      GFTN China
      Held under Chatham House Rules, the Insights Forum is an invite-only platform designed for strategic roundtable discussions spanning finance, technology, and policy. Engage with policy makers, regulators, think-tanks and industry associations in dialogues aimed at solving the most challenging industry problems.
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      Activities

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      25-26 FEB 2027 | Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India

      Black Swan Summit, India
      In collaboration with the Government of Odisha, Black Swan Summit, India, focuses on human capital, inclusion and innovation. It connects startups, corporates and policymakers to advance India’s digital and InsurTech agenda while strengthening global corridors in sustainable finance and digital infrastructure.
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      BHUBANESWAR, ODISHA, INDIA

      BharatNetra Initiative, I-GFTCH
      The Government of Odisha has positioned Bhubaneswar as Eastern India’s gateway for financial innovation and talent development. In partnership with GFTN, the state launched the BharatNetra Initiative to establish India’s first Integrated Global Financial Technology Capability Hub (I-GFTCH), a multi-stakeholder ecosystem connecting policy, skills, and investment.
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      Insights Forum

      16-17 Nov 2026 | Singapore

      Insights Forum
      Held under Chatham House Rules, the Insights Forum is an invite-only platform designed for strategic roundtable discussions spanning finance, technology, and policy. Engage with policy makers, regulators, think-tanks and industry associations in dialogues aimed at solving the most challenging industry problems.
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      Singapore FinTech Festival

      18-20 Nov 2026 | Singapore

      Singapore FinTech Festival
      The Singapore FinTech Festival convenes over 65,000 attendees from more than 130 countries. Now in its 10th edition, SFF brings together policymakers, regulators, innovators, and decision-makers to address critical challenges and forge pathways to future growth across the global fintech ecosystem.
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