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An international organization that comprises securities regulators from more than 100 jurisdictions across the world. Its membership regulates over 90% of the world's securities markets and IOSCO provides an international cooperative forum for securities regulatory agencies. The organization is financed by an annual contribution of its members. IOSCO's stated objectives for securities regulation are:
• Protecting investors.
• Ensuring that markets are fair, efficient and transparent.
• Reducing systemic risk.
Practical Law Dictionary. Glossary of UK, US and international legal terms. www.practicallaw.com. 2010.