The Monetary Authority of Macao hosted the 15th Statistics Meeting of Central Banks of Portuguese Speaking Countries, focused on deeper statistical cooperation and the development of data capabilities. The meeting brought together 21 representatives from the central banks of Angola, Cape Verde, Mozambique, Portugal, São Tomé and Príncipe, Timor-Leste and Macao. Discussions covered developments in electronic payments statistics, challenges in compiling external sector data and preparations for the transition to the seventh edition of the Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual. Participants also examined how central banks and national statistical agencies divide responsibilities and cooperate on statistical functions.
2026-09-10Monetary Authority of Macao
Monetary Authority of Macao convenes Portuguese speaking central banks on statistical cooperation and BPM7 transition
The Monetary Authority of Macao hosted 21 representatives from seven Portuguese speaking central banks to strengthen statistical cooperation. Discussions focused on electronic payments data, external sector statistics, preparations for the BPM7 transition and coordination between central banks and statistical agencies.