CBBiH held a ceremonial reception on the occasion of winning an international award

(Patria) - The Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina (CBBiH) organized a ceremonial reception at the National Museum of BiH in Sarajevo on the occasion of winning the prestigious international award Central Banking Financial Stability Initiative Award 2026, which the CBBiH received for its initiative in the field of financial stability.

The reception was attended by representatives of domestic and international institutions, regulatory bodies, the financial sector, the diplomatic corps, international organizations, as well as numerous partners and associates of the Central Bank of BiH.

The award, which was presented to the Governor of the Central Bank of BiH, Jasmina Selimović, at the ceremonial Central Banking Awards ceremony held in London, represents one of the most significant international recognitions in the field of central banking. It is awarded to institutions that, through reform processes, innovations, and strategic initiatives, have made an exceptional contribution to strengthening financial stability, the resilience of the financial system, and public trust - the CBBiH announced.

Governor Selimović, addressing those present, emphasized that this recognition represents a confirmation of the institution's dedicated work on improving the financial system of Bosnia and Herzegovina, modernizing the regulatory framework, and strengthening institutional resilience.

- This award is not only a recognition for the Central Bank of BiH, but also a confirmation that dedicated work, a professional approach, and a clear vision can achieve results that are recognized at the international level. We are especially pleased to be able to share this significant opportunity with our partners and associates who, through their contribution, were part of this success - Governor Selimović pointed out.

During the reception, it was highlighted that the international professional community, through this award, recognized the CBBiH's activities aimed at strengthening the resilience of the financial system, improving the regulatory framework, developing modern payment systems, supporting the process of accession to the Single Euro Payments Area (SEPA), as well as a series of other initiatives that contribute to preserving the monetary and financial stability of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

During the reception, it was particularly emphasized that the achieved results are the fruit of successful cooperation among all institutions operating within the financial system of Bosnia and Herzegovina. Coordination, knowledge exchange, and joint work of the Central Bank of BiH, banking agencies, the Deposit Insurance Agency of BiH, competent institutions, the financial sector, and international partners were key to implementing reform activities and strengthening the resilience of the financial sector.

It is precisely such a partnership approach that represents one of the most important foundations for preserving financial stability and the further development of a safe, modern, and resilient financial system of Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Congratulations on receiving the recognition, as well as support for the CBBiH's activities, were conveyed in their speeches by the Head of the Delegation of the European Union and EU Special Representative in Bosnia and Herzegovina, Ambassador Luigi Soreca, and the President of the Association of Banks of BiH, Edis Ražanica.

The ceremonial reception was an opportunity for the CBBiH to express gratitude to all institutions, partners, and associates who, through joint work, contribute to strengthening a stable, safe, and modern financial system of Bosnia and Herzegovina.