Bernard Lauwers

Bernard Lauwers joined as Director of the Finance Department at the International Monetary Fund in April 2021. In this capacity, he oversees the mobilization, management and control of the Fund’s financial resources and advises Fund management and the Executive Board on all aspects of its financial policies and operations. His responsibilities include the development and implementation of policies aimed at ensuring the efficient and sound management of the Fund’s resources, financial reporting, accounting, liquidity and asset management, and the conduct of the Fund’s financial transactions with member countries.

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• Explainer: How the IMF Finances Itself and Why it Matters for the Global Economy
  • Published: June 25, 2025
  • Authors: Julie Kozack, Bernard Lauwers
  • Summary: Countries can count their contributions to the IMF as their own reserve assets under a unique funding model that does not require budget appropriations or any other taxpayer support
• How Channeling SDRs is Supporting Vulnerable Economies
  • Published: October 13, 2023
  • Authors: Kristalina Georgieva, Bernard Lauwers, Ceyla Pazarbasioglu
  • Summary: Special drawing rights are providing an important boost for countries that need one, but greater support is encouraged to strengthen our unique lending tools
• Historic $650 Billion Liquidity Boost Continues to Benefit the Global Economy
  • Published: August 29, 2023
  • Authors: Bernard Lauwers, Ceyla Pazarbasioglu
  • Summary: The August 2021 allocation of special drawing rights supported countries amid recovery from the pandemic—and continues to offer benefits

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