Shaping the Future of Stablecoins with CBUAE

​The Middle East Stablecoin Association (MESA) is honoured to host an exclusive Stablecoin Industry Roundtable featuring Paul Kayrouz, Head of Fintech, Central Bank of the UAE.

​This two-hour closed-door session will provide a rare opportunity for direct dialogue with the Central Bank on the UAE’s evolving approach to stablecoins, digital assets, and financial innovation. The discussion will cover regulatory perspectives, business models, legal frameworks, and corporate adoption—anchored by insights from senior MESA board members.

​The goal is to encourage ongoing dialogue between public and private sectors to ensure safe, interoperable, and scalable digital finance ecosystems.

Agenda Highlights:

Opening Remarks – Dr. Bhaskar Dasgupta, Chairman, MESA

Keynote: The Central Bank of the UAE’s Vision for Stablecoins – Paul Kayrouz

Legal and Regulatory Landscape – Kokila Alagh - Chair of MESA Legal Committee

Stablecoin Issuance, Business Models and Technical Architecture – Ramy Soliman, Chair of MESA Membership & Events Committee

Corporate Treasurers and Reserve Management – Andre Olivier and James Westerby-Jones FCT, Co-Chairs - MESA Corporate Treasurer Committee

Strategic Marketing and Global Positioning – Dr. Bhaskar Dasgupta, Chairman, MESA

Closing Reflections – Dr. Bhaskar Dasgupta