The Central Bank of Kuwait hosted a monetary policy workshop organised by the International Monetary Fund’s Middle East Center for Economics and Finance (CEF), bringing together representatives from central banks across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC). The programme ran from 28 April to 1 May 2025 and included a case study on implementation of monetary policy in fixed exchange rate systems under uncertainty. The workshop addressed topics on the role of monetary policy in supporting macroeconomic stability. It also highlighted central banks’ roles in maintaining monetary and financial stability and the importance of strengthening staff capabilities in line with international best practices.
Central Bank of Kuwait 2025-05-01
Central Bank of Kuwait hosts IMF CEF monetary policy workshop for GCC central banks
The Central Bank of Kuwait hosted a monetary policy workshop with the International Monetary Fund’s Middle East Center for Economics and Finance, focusing on monetary policy in fixed exchange rate systems and the role of central banks in maintaining macroeconomic stability. The event, held from 28 April to 1 May 2025, emphasized the importance of aligning staff capabilities with international best practices.