Narodowy Bank Polski Hosts 10th Annual Research Conference Focusing on Resilience, Trust, and Innovation in Central Banking

10th Annual Research Conference

According to НБУ: The tenth edition of the annual research conference, co-organized with Narodowy Bank Polski, spanned two days and brought together over 60 experts from more than 20 countries. Throughout the event, 12 research papers were presented alongside five panel discussions centered on resilience, trust, innovation, and the independence of central banks.

Prominent specialists participated in the event, highlighting the critical need for central banks to evolve in response to modern challenges. Vladimir Lepushynskiy, Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine, emphasized the remarkable shift in perception of Ukraine-not merely as a case deserving sympathy but as a valuable source of practical experience and proven knowledge. Martin Kocher praised the National Bank of Ukraine’s efforts, describing them as a significant institutional accomplishment.

“Despite extremely difficult circumstances, the National Bank of Ukraine managed to maintain monetary and financial stability by adapting its tools to wartime requirements.”

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Jacek Jastrzębski pointed out the impressive increase in alignment of Ukrainian regulations with EU standards, rising from approximately 50% to nearly 80%, even under martial law.

Conference Themes

Key topics emphasized during the conference included:

• The resilience and adaptability of central banks,
• The long-term cultivation of public trust,
• Innovation that must be paired with accountability.

Participants agreed that achieving these goals requires central banks to uphold price stability, maintain institutional independence, and have a clear mission.

The National Bank of Ukraine and Narodowy Bank Polski jointly organized the conference, with support from the IMF and the international cooperation program STEP IN 2 EU. Summaries of panel discussions and keynote speeches are available under the hashtag #NBUNBPconference2026. Video recordings and the full agenda can be found on the official conference website.

This event served as a vital forum for exchanging expertise in central banking, particularly given the ongoing challenges faced by Ukraine amid conflict. The focus on institutional autonomy and the ability to adapt highlights the ongoing necessity for financial institutions to evolve constantly in order to safeguard economic stability and resilience.