Poland's central bank faces potential leadership disruption as governor Adam Glapinski faces suspension. The National Bank of Poland would continue functioning, but his absence could complicate Monetary Policy Council meetings. A parliamentary committee recommended lawmakers consider bringing Glapinski before the State Tribunal for alleged misleading of the finance ministry regarding the 2023 profit.
If suspended, Ireneusz Dabrowski would preside, though convening meetings may prove difficult due to the lack of a first deputy governor and the second deputy's expiring term in November. The council's next policy decision is scheduled for Nov. 4. Appointing new board members remains a political issue with Prime Minister Donald Tusk rejecting the bank's picks.
Council members could still make monetary policy decisions without management board documents. The priority is ensuring the unprecedented situation does not hurt the zloty or increase risk premiums on Polish financial assets. The probe accuses Glapinski of misleading the finance ministry about the central bank's 2023 profit and indirectly financing the budget deficit through bond purchases during the pandemic.
Glapinski has called the accusations baseless and denied any wrongdoing.
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