On June 27, the G-20 Toronto Summit concluded with the release of a Declaration by members outlining next steps "to ensure a full return to growth with quality jobs, to reform and strengthen financial systems, and to create strong, sustainable and balanced growth." With respect to financial sector reform, the Declaration speaks of four pillars: (i) a strong regulatory framework, including improved transparency and regulatory oversight of hedge funds, credit rating agencies and OTC derivatives; (ii) effective supervision; (iii) the resolution and addressing of systemic institutions; and (iv) transparent international assessment and peer review.
The next G-20 Summit is scheduled for November 11-12 in Seoul.
