Governor Held a Bilateral Meeting with the Deputy Director of the IMF's European Department 7/3/2025 Tweet During her stay in Luxembourg, where the meeting of the Belgian-Dutch Constituency, Bosnia and Herzegovina included, takes place, the Governor of the Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina, Jasmina Selimović, Ph.D. held a bilateral meeting with Mark Horton, Deputy Director of the European Department of the International Monetary Fund (IMF). During the meeting, they discussed current macroeconomic and monetary trends in Bosnia and Herzegovina, with Governor Selimović presenting the main indicators of monetary stability and emphasizing the importance of consistent implementation of the existing currency board as the foundation of confidence in the financial system. The importance of preserving the independence of the Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina was particularly emphasized, as a key factor for maintaining long-term stability and credibility of monetary policy, with Governor Selimović emphasizing that the independence of the CBBH remains unquestionable, and that it continues to represent one of the pillars of the country's financial security. In the context of European integration, the importance of continuing reform processes that contribute to harmonization with European Union standards was emphasized. In this sense, the support of the IMF, and in particular the European Department, plays a significant role in strengthening the capacities of institutions and facilitating the progress of Bosnia and Herzegovina on its European path. Governor Selimović thanked the IMF for its continued technical and analytical support, emphasizing that cooperation with this international institution is of particular importance for the further development and stability of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The meeting took place in a constructive atmosphere, with both sides expressing their readiness to continue cooperation in key areas, with the aim of preserving macroeconomic stability and supporting the integration and reform processes in Bosnia and Herzegovina.
