The Governor of the Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo (CBK), Ahmet Ismaili, held an official meeting with the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Bo Li, and his team, as part of an official visit to the United States.

During this important meeting, Governor Ismaili presented the latest developments in Kosovo’s economy, with a particular focus on financial stability, the positive performance of the banking sector, and progress in implementing structural reforms.

The Governor thanked the IMF for its ongoing cooperation and technical support, as well as for the key role it has played in strengthening the institutional capacities of the CBK.

For his part, IMF Managing Director Bo Li highly appreciated the commitment of Kosovar institutions in maintaining macroeconomic and financial stability, as well as in successfully implementing the recommendations from IMF missions. He congratulated the CBK for its professional approach and consistent results in the financial sector.

One of the key points of discussion was the update of the Financial Sector Stability Review (FSSR), where both parties agreed on the importance of further advancing supervisory mechanisms and improving the operational framework for financial stability.

The meeting marked a joint commitment to deepening the partnership between the CBK and the IMF, reinforcing the path toward sustainable economic growth and a strong financial sector in Kosovo.

The CBK delegation will continue its agenda with bilateral meetings with senior representatives of the IMF and the World Bank during their stay in Washington, D.C.