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Delivering on central bank mandates in a changing world

· Pablo Hernández de Cos, General Manager of the Bank for International Settlements (International)

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· Pablo Hernández de Cos Wiki · Bank for International Settlements WikiDelivering on central bank mandates in a changing world

ContextLecture to central bankers and economists; the BIS serves central banks worldwide and supports their independence and price stability mandates under growing political pressure.

Why it mattersThe BIS head restates the case for central bank independence and accountability as political pressure on monetary policy grows.

Problems raised
  1. Trust in money must be preserved.
  2. Short-term political interference is a threat.
  3. Credibility is hard to build.
Solutions proposed
  1. Keep a clear price stability mandate.
  2. Protect independence.
  3. Ensure strong accountability.
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