Council of Arab Central Banks Governors
The Governors of the Arab Central Banks and Monetary Authorities began to meet formally in the early 1970s, first in Cairo in September 1972, followed by Baghdad in February 1975, and then in Amman in July 1978.Who We Are
The Council of Governors of the Arab Central Banks and Monetary Authorities was established under the auspices of the League of Arab States to strengthen cooperation among Arab central banks and monetary authorities and enhance coordination on monetary and financial issues of common interest.
The Governors began meeting formally in 1972, with the Council adopting its current framework in 1978. In 1980, the Council approved its procedural rules and designated the Arab Monetary Fund as its Technical Secretariat. The Council is supported by a Permanent Bureau responsible for following up on decisions and preparing annual meetings.
Today, the Council serves as the principal regional platform for cooperation among Arab central banks and monetary authorities, promoting dialogue, coordination, and the exchange of expertise across the Arab region.
What We Do
The Council works to strengthen cooperation among Arab central banks and coordinate Arab positions on regional and international monetary and financial issues. Its key activities include:
Adopting the Unified Arab Discourse presented at the Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank.
Reviewing and approving the Unified Arab Economic Report prepared by Arab regional financial institutions.
Promoting the exchange of experience and expertise among Arab central banks.
Discussing regional and international economic and financial developments.
Overseeing the work of specialized committees, including the Arab Committee on Banking Supervision and the Arab Committee on Payment and Settlement Systems.
Supporting regional initiatives such as promoting financial inclusion and strengthening banking and payment system frameworks.
Providing a platform for dialogue among Arab central banks and engagement with regional and international financial institutions through its annual meetings.
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Committees and Workgroups
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Contact the Council Secretariat
The Arab Monetary Fund serves as the Technical Secretariat of the Council of Governors of the Arab Central Banks and Monetary Authorities. The Secretariat supports the Council's meetings and committees, coordinates with member countries, and facilitates the implementation of the Council's activities.