BDL: No comment on IMF talks until delegation's visit ends
Banque du Liban (BDL) announced that it will refrain from issuing statements, giving media briefings or disclosing information during the upcoming consultations involving representatives of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the Lebanese government and the central bank.
In a statement, BDL said the discussions will focus on the IMF’s observations regarding Lebanon’s Financial Regularization and Deposit Recovery Law.
The central bank said the decision was aimed at ensuring accuracy, avoiding confusion and preventing the spread of misleading information.
It added that, in line with established procedures, Finance Minister Yassine Jaber would be responsible for announcing any information or conclusions deemed appropriate for public release once the IMF delegation concludes its visit.
BDL also stressed that any information, comments, positions or leaks attributed to the central bank during the consultation period should be considered unauthorized unless officially issued through its own channels.
The central bank called on media outlets to uphold professional standards, verify information before publication and refrain from circulating unsubstantiated reports.
