Key facts
- SWIFT has launched a new cross-border payments framework.
- Over 50 banks are participating, including JPMorgan, HSBC, Citi, and BNP Paribas.
- The framework promises instant settlement.
- Fixed fees will be implemented.
- End-to-end traceability will be provided across major remittance corridors.
- The framework is set to be fully operational by the end of June.
SWIFT's new cross-border payments framework aims to modernize and streamline international money transfers. By offering instant settlement, fixed fees, and enhanced traceability, it seeks to address inefficiencies and costs associated with traditional remittance corridors. The involvement of major global banks suggests a significant shift towards faster and more transparent cross-border transactions.
