Introducing digital currencies of central banks. Some are still uae telegram data researching, some have already reached the pilot stage. When creating the digital ruble platform, we included the possibility of its integration with similar foreign platforms. We are currently holding consultations, negotiations with many friendly countries and, of course, with the BRICS countries, on cross-border settlements through digital currencies. And I think that in the future, they will certainly develop.
And in cryptocurrencies?
As for cryptocurrencies, our position is known: we are against their use in payments within the country. At the same time, we support their use in foreign trade, but the bill that provides such an text, image, and video creation opportunity is still being discussed in the State Duma.
The digital ruble pilot progressing?
Everything is absolutely according to plan. And very importantly, we see alb directory growing interest from financial institutions in participating in this pilot.
— Is the topic of creating a single BRICS currency relevant now?