Central Bank of Peru Governor Julio Velarde highlighted Peru’s low inflation and the role of technically grounded monetary policy in protecting savings, household income and pensions in remarks after receiving an honorary doctorate from the Catholic University of Santa María in Arequipa. Velarde attributed the central bank’s institutional strength to merit-based recruitment and emphasized the need to improve Peru’s civil service and education. The university recognized his professional record and contribution to monetary stability and institutional development.
2026-08-18Central Bank of Peru
Central Bank of Peru governor highlights low inflation and meritocracy after receiving honorary doctorate
Central Bank of Peru Governor Julio Velarde highlighted low inflation and the importance of technically grounded monetary policy after receiving an honorary doctorate. He also emphasized merit-based recruitment, civil service improvement and education.