About The Summit
CSD Summit İstanbul on April 6–8, 2026, brings together members of the Asia-Pacific Central Securities Depository Group (ACG), the Association of Eurasian Central Securities Depositories (AECSD) and the Africa & Middle East Depositories Association (AMEDA) on a single platform. This joint gathering will provide an exceptional opportunity for CSDs to exchange perspectives on innovation and regulation, explore new models for post-trade infrastructures, and further strengthen cooperation between regions.
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AECSD & WFC Chairman's Message
CSD Summit İstanbul 2026 is a historic occasion bringing together members of the Association of Eurasian Central Securities Depositories (AECSD), the Asia-Pacific Central Securities Depository Group (ACG) and the Africa & Middle East Depositories Association (AMEDA) on a single platform for the first time. Guided by the theme“One Vision, Many Regions, New Opportunities – Bridging Markets, Bridging Continents, Empowering Growth”, this joint gathering reflects our shared commitment to strengthening cooperation between regions, enhancing dialogue among CSDs, and addressing the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of post-trade infrastructures.
İstanbul, with its unique role as a bridge between continents and capital markets, provides the perfect backdrop for this distinguished event. The Summit will offer participants a platform to engage in high-level discussions, attend insightful panels, and initiate new collaborations that will further connect our communities.
As MKK, we are proud to host this landmark event and confident that it will significantly contribute to advancing cooperation and innovation in global financial markets. We warmly look forward to welcoming you to İstanbul.
Dr. Ekrem ARIKAN MKK CEO and Board Member, AECSD Chairman, WFC Chairman & AMEDA Board Member
AMEDA President's Message
Abdulla Jaffar Abdin, Chief Operating Officer, Bahrain Clear, AMEDA President, and WFC Vice-Chairman
On behalf of Africa and Middle East Depositories Association (AMEDA), I am pleased to express our sincere appreciation to Merkezi Kayıt Kuruluşu (MKK) for the invitation to the İstanbul CSD Summit 2026. The Summit theme, “One Vision, Many Regions, New Opportunities: Bridging Markets, Bridging Continents, Empowering Growth,” reflects our shared commitment to collaboration, market integration, and sustainable growth. The participation of AMEDA, AECSD, and ACG underscores the importance of regional and global cooperation in advancing capital market infrastructures, and we are confident that this Summit will foster meaningful insights and lasting partnerships that advance our shared vision.
AMEDA President's Message
On behalf of Africa and Middle East Depositories Association (AMEDA), I am pleased to express our sincere appreciation to Merkezi Kayıt Kuruluşu (MKK) for the invitation to the İstanbul CSD Summit 2026. The Summit theme, “One Vision, Many Regions, New Opportunities: Bridging Markets, Bridging Continents, Empowering Growth,” reflects our shared commitment to collaboration, market integration, and sustainable growth. The participation of AMEDA, AECSD, and ACG underscores the importance of regional and global cooperation in advancing capital market infrastructures, and we are confident that this Summit will foster meaningful insights and lasting partnerships that advance our shared vision.
Abdulla Jaffar Abdin, Chief Operating Officer, Bahrain Clear, AMEDA President, and WFC Vice-Chairman
ACG Chairman's Message
Merkezi Kayıt Kuruluşu (MKK) graciously hosts the CSD Summit İstanbul 2026 in İstanbul, Türkiye, bringing together post-trade institutions, regulators, market experts and leaders from across the Eurasia, Asia-Pacific, African and Middle East regions..
Under the theme “One Vision, Many Regions, New Opportunities: Bridging Markets, Bridging Continents, Empowering Growth,” this Capital Market Summit serves as a distinguished learning platform for dialogue, collaboration, and exchange of information, fostering stronger regional linkages and exploring new avenues for growth and cooperation.
I extend my best wishes to MKK for the successful hosting of this important summit and look forward to your active participation.
Mr. Badiuddin Akbar, CEO, Central Depository Company (CDC) of Pakistan Limited & ACG Chairman
Draft Agenda
Speakers
Opening Remarks
Mehmet Simsek
Minister, Ministry of Treasury and Finance of The Republic of Türkiye
İbrahim Ömer GÖNÜL
Chair The Capital Markets Board (CMB) of Türkiye
Dr. Ekrem ARIKAN
MKK CEO and Board Member, AECSD Chairman, WFC Chairman & AMEDA Board Member
Badiuddin Akbar
CEO, Central Depository Company (CDC) of Pakistan Limited & ACG Chairman
Abdulla Jaffar Abdin
Chief Operating Officer, Bahrain Clear, AMEDA President, and WFC Vice-Chairman
Venue
Suggested Accommodation
Visa Information
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It is possible to obtain e-Visa 7/24 at everywhere with internet connection. The applicants can obtain their visa after they fill in the necessary information concerning their identity, passport and travel dates and pay visa fee online. The website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Türkiye provides information about the procedure for entering and exiting the territory of the Republic of Türkiye.