CBK delegation meets IMF Mission Chief for Kosovo, Mr. Amaglobeli, during the IMF and World Bank 2025 Annual Meetings

The high-level delegation of the Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo (CBK), led by Governor Mr. Ahmet Ismaili, held a meeting with the IMF Mission Chief for Kosovo, Mr. David Amaglobeli, as well as Mr. Sebastian Sosa, IMF Regional Resident Representative for the Western Balkans, and their associates, on the sidelines of the 2025 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank (WB).

Discussions focused on the latest economic developments and ongoing reforms in Kosovo’s financial sector, including the technical assistance provided by the IMF across various areas within CBK’s mandate.

Governor Ismaili and Deputy Governor Cakaj presented the latest developments in the economy and financial sector, highlighting the strengthening of banking supervision, development of resolution mechanisms, macroprudential policy, modernization of payment infrastructure, and other key reforms currently underway.

The meeting also covered progress in key projects under the IMF’s technical assistance, including the recent Financial Sector Stability Review (FSSR) mission and the advancement. The parties also explored opportunities for developing new programs following the completion of the FSSR review, aimed at enhancing mechanisms for maintaining financial stability.

Governor Ismaili expressed his gratitude for the IMF’s continued support, emphasizing the crucial role of technical assistance and capacity building in the successful implementation of CBK’s strategic reforms. He noted that these reforms will significantly contribute to strengthening the stability and resilience of Kosovo’s financial sector.

For his part, Mr. Amaglobeli highly appreciated the participation of Governor Ismaili in the IMF’s panel, while reaffirmed the IMF’s commitment to supporting the CBK in fulfilling its mandate and advancing financial sector reforms.

Both sides agreed to deepen cooperation and maintain a high level of coordination to ensure the effective implementation of reforms in the financial sector.