Article 9 Identification of counterparties

1.   For the purpose of reporting pursuant to this Regulation, reporting agents and NCBs shall identify counterparties using:

2.   NCBs may obtain any information related to the identification of counterparties as defined in Annex III through direct reporting by the reporting agents or through Memoranda of Understanding or similar arrangements with NSIs, NCAs and other national authorities. NCBs shall define the unique identifiers that are required for the proper identification of counterparties based on the scope of the information outlined in Annex III.