The Central Bank of the Philippines (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas, BSP) welcomed International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva during her 11–13 March 2026 visit to the Philippines, part of the IMF’s regional outreach aimed at deepening collaboration with the country. Georgieva held a courtesy meeting with BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona, Jr. During the visit, Georgieva reaffirmed the IMF’s commitment to support the Philippines’ efforts to foster a prosperous, inclusive, and resilient society, in a context where the Philippines holds the ASEAN chairmanship in 2026. The BSP underscored its long-standing partnership with the IMF across economic surveillance, policy dialogue, and capacity development. The BSP signalled it will continue to engage with the IMF and support global and regional initiatives that promote monetary and financial stability and sustainable economic growth.
Central Bank of the Philippines 2026-03-30
Central Bank of the Philippines hosts IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva to deepen cooperation
The Central Bank of the Philippines (Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas) hosted International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva on 11–13 March 2026 as part of the IMF’s regional outreach to deepen collaboration. Georgieva reaffirmed the IMF’s commitment to support the Philippines’ inclusive and resilient growth agenda, while the BSP highlighted its partnership with the IMF in surveillance, policy dialogue, and capacity development and its intention to continue supporting global and regional monetary and financial stability initiatives.