Basel
/ˈbɑːzəl/
Definitions
- (n.) An international city in Switzerland known for hosting major legal and financial institutions, especially the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision which sets global banking standards.
The Basel Accords influence banking regulations worldwide.
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- basel
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Commentary
Often referenced in international financial law contexts, 'Basel' typically relates to regulatory frameworks devised by the Basel Committee.
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