Governor Ismaili meets with IMF Executive Board Member, Mr. Yigit Yaşar

03/06/2026

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Governor

The Governor of the Central Bank of the Republic of Kosova (CBK), Mr. Ahmet Ismaili, received Mr. Yigit Yaşar, Executive Director and Member of the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund. The meeting was also attended by Mr. Hajdar Korbi, Advisor of the Republic of Kosovo at the IMF Executive Directorate of the Constituency to which Kosovo belongs.

During the meeting, Governor Ismaili briefed Mr. Yaşar on key developments in the financial sector and the CBK’s strategic priorities, with a focus on safeguarding financial stability, strengthening risk-based supervision, advancing the regulatory framework, and further alignment with European standards.

Governor Ismaili emphasized that Kosovo’s financial sector remains well capitalized, liquid, and resilient. In this context, the discussion highlighted the importance of implementing the CBK Strategic Plan 2024-2028 as a guiding framework for institutional reforms, the modernization of payment systems, digitalization, financial consumer protection, and the development of financial markets.

An important part of the discussion focused on cooperation between the CBK and the IMF, including technical assistance and continuous dialogue in key areas such as financial stability, banking supervision, macroprudential policy, institutional governance, and capacity development.

In conclusion, Governor Ismaili expressed his appreciation for the IMF’s continued support to the Republic of Kosovo and the Central Bank, recognizing its contribution to strengthening financial stability and advancing the reform agenda. He reaffirmed the CBK’s commitment to continuing close cooperation with the IMF in support of financial stability and the sustainable development of the financial sector.

Mr. Yaşar’s visit to Kosovo is linked to his participation in the high-level international conference hosted by the Central Bank of the Republic of Kosova, which brings together senior representatives of central banks, financial institutions, and international partners to discuss current developments and strategic priorities for the financial sector.

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