The Financial Stability Board (FSB) Regional Consultative Group for Asia (RCG Asia) convened on 8-9 April 2026 in Hanoi, hosted by the State Bank of Vietnam. The meeting brought together senior officials from central banks, financial authorities, and regulatory bodies across the region to discuss key financial stability topics. Co-chaired by Michele Bullock, Governor of the Reserve Bank of Australia, and Pham Thanh Ha, Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam, the meeting covered: global and regional financial vulnerabilities, the impact of strains in foreign exchange markets, safety and security of cross-border payments, and vulnerabilities arising from global stablecoin arrangements. Members also reflected on the FSB’s 2026 work programme and discussed how regional perspectives can contribute to global financial stability efforts.