Chen Tian Universe
Chen Tian Universe
Aug 24, 2025 · Operations

Unlocking Cross‑Border Payments: From VA Accounts to Global Settlement

This article provides a comprehensive overview of cross‑border payment systems, covering key concepts such as VA, OSA, FTN, and NRA accounts, foreign‑exchange controls, SWIFT, CIPS, CHIPS, the architectural differences from domestic payments, business and product structures, and a detailed end‑to‑end transaction case study.

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Unlocking Cross‑Border Payments: From VA Accounts to Global Settlement
Chen Tian Universe
Chen Tian Universe
Jul 8, 2025 · Operations

How CIPS Powers Global RMB Payments: Participants, Liquidity, and Settlement Explained

This article provides a comprehensive, step‑by‑step breakdown of the Cross‑border Interbank Payment System (CIPS), covering its participants, account architecture, liquidity management, operating schedule, risk controls, payment processing logic, and the latest rule changes that shape China’s international RMB settlement infrastructure.

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How CIPS Powers Global RMB Payments: Participants, Liquidity, and Settlement Explained