Core Insights - The "2025 International Currency Forum" focused on the challenges posed by digital currencies to the global monetary and financial system, featuring discussions from various experts in academia, government, and industry [1][3]. Group 1: Expert Opinions - Professor Xiao Geng from the Chinese University of Hong Kong emphasized the importance of re-evaluating RMB assets and reducing cross-border transaction costs to enhance cooperation with countries along the Belt and Road Initiative [5]. - Professor Lin Chen from the University of Hong Kong compared the regulatory frameworks of Hong Kong's Stablecoin Regulation and the U.S. GENIUS Act, highlighting the role of stablecoins in bridging traditional and digital finance [8]. - Researcher Zhang Ming from the Chinese Academy of Social Sciences analyzed the potential impacts of stablecoins on the international monetary system, noting challenges such as the Triffin dilemma and the weaponization of the dollar [10]. Group 2: Strategic Recommendations - The forum suggested that Hong Kong could leverage its financial regulatory advantages to create offshore RMB stablecoins, which would help balance the dollar-dominated international financial system and promote RMB internationalization [6]. - Professor Yang Changjiang from Fudan University advocated for a rational view of the competition among various stablecoins, emphasizing the need for an open mindset to embrace the opportunities and challenges they present [12]. - Professor Fan Xiaoyun from Nankai University highlighted the strategic role of stablecoins in maintaining U.S. financial hegemony and recommended accelerating the internationalization of the RMB through stablecoin initiatives [14]. Group 3: Future Directions - The forum aimed to foster high-level dialogue and deepen research on stablecoins, contributing to policy decision-making and clarifying future research directions in the context of a rapidly evolving digital economy and geopolitical landscape [14].

《金融时报》记者了解到，近期有纳税人收到了税务部门通知，告知其需要依法办理境外所得申报并缴纳相应税款。 有的纳税人表示，自己在境外投资股票，并且单笔交易有赚有亏，不知是否应该缴纳税款。有的纳税人纠结于境外股票交易的盈亏核算方式，特别是长期 持股产生的亏损能否抵扣其他收入。 "根据我国个人所得税法，个人股票交易所得属于财产转让所得，应当适用20%的税率按次征收。其中，个人在境内二级市场的股票交易所得暂免征收个 人所得税；在境外直接进行股票交易所得没有免税规定，需要在取得所得的次年申报纳税。"吉林财经大学税务学院院长张巍解释说。 据悉，对境外直接进行股票交易所得征税，是美国、德国、澳大利亚等主要经济体及大部分发展中国家的通行做法。对于境外股票交易属于财产转让，我 国按次计征，简单来讲，就是转让一次股票，就需要按照当次转让所得缴纳个人所得税。 但股票交易可能涉及多次，并且有亏有赚，这时应该如何计税？《金融时报》记者在采访中了解到，股票交易频次高、价格波动大，如果按每笔交易计税 且不允许抵扣亏损的话，税负较重，计算难度也比较大。因此，为了更加合理的征收，我国税务部门在征管时，允许纳税人按照纳税年度盈亏相抵，但不 允许 ...

Core Viewpoint - The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK is set to consult on a compensation scheme for automotive finance customers [1] Group 1 - The FCA's consultation aims to address compensation for customers affected by issues in automotive finance [1]

Core Viewpoint - The appointment of Zhu Haibin as the Assistant President (Economic Research) of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) is a significant development, indicating a focus on macroeconomic and financial stability research in Hong Kong [3][5]. Group 1: Appointment Details - Zhu Haibin will officially take up the role on October 1, 2025, following the recommendation of the HKMA's governing committee [3]. - His appointment comes after the resignation of Zhang Liling, who left the position for personal reasons [6]. Group 2: Background of Zhu Haibin - Zhu Haibin holds a Bachelor's degree in Information Management from Peking University, a Master's degree in Economics from the People's Bank of China, and a PhD in Economics from Duke University [5]. - He has extensive experience in economic research, particularly in macroeconomic and financial stability policy research for Mainland China and Hong Kong [5]. - Prior to joining HKMA, Zhu served as Managing Director and Chief Economist for China at JPMorgan Chase, and he has also worked as a senior economist at the Bank for International Settlements [5]. Group 3: HKMA Overview - The HKMA was established on April 1, 1993, through the merger of the Exchange Fund and the Office of the Commissioner of Banking [6]. - Its main functions include maintaining monetary stability under the linked exchange rate system, promoting the stability and soundness of the banking system, and supporting Hong Kong's status as an international financial center [6].

Group 1 - The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) has appointed Zhu Haibin as the Assistant President (Economic Research), effective from October 1, 2025, following recommendations from the Exchange Fund Advisory Committee [1] - Zhu Haibin holds degrees from Peking University, the People's Bank of China, and Duke University, and has extensive experience in macroeconomic and financial stability research [1] - Currently, Zhu serves as Managing Director and Chief Economist for China at JPMorgan, and has previously worked as a senior economist at the Bank for International Settlements [1] Group 2 - The HKMA was established on April 1, 1993, through the merger of the Exchange Fund and the Banking Supervision Division, with four main functions including maintaining monetary stability and promoting the stability of the financial system [2] - The previous Assistant President (Economic Research), Zhang Liling, resigned for personal reasons and will leave the position in May 2025, prompting the HKMA to announce a public recruitment for the role [2]

Core Insights - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the establishment of an Artificial Intelligence Special Task Force on August 1 [1] - The task force aims to enhance operational innovation and efficiency through the responsible use of AI [1] - Valerie Szczepanik has been appointed as the Chief Artificial Intelligence Officer to lead the task force [1]

Group 1 - The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is establishing a special task force to leverage artificial intelligence for enhancing the agency's innovation and efficiency [1]

Core Viewpoint - The State Administration of Foreign Exchange (SAFE) held a video conference to discuss foreign exchange management work for the second half of 2025, emphasizing the importance of risk prevention, strong regulation, and promoting development in the foreign exchange sector [1][2]. Group 1: Key Points from the Meeting - Since 2025, the foreign exchange management department has focused on implementing the central economic work conference's spirit, enhancing support for the real economy's high-quality development, and facilitating foreign trade [2]. - The department has introduced policies to ease foreign exchange settlement for quality enterprises and expanded cross-border trade pilot programs [2]. - A total of $30.8 billion in new investment quotas has been allocated to Qualified Domestic Institutional Investors (QDII) [2]. Group 2: Future Work Plans - The meeting outlined plans to deepen foreign exchange reform and support stable foreign trade, including optimizing foreign exchange management for new trade entities and facilitating overseas funding for engineering companies [3]. - There will be a push to cancel registration for reinvestment by foreign-invested enterprises and to facilitate cross-border financing for technology companies [3]. - The focus will also be on enhancing the regulatory capacity under open conditions, improving legal frameworks for foreign exchange management, and utilizing technology to increase regulatory efficiency [3].

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