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Hyun Song Shin: Inaugural address

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Hyun Song Shin: Inaugural address Inaugural address by Mr Hyun Song Shin, Governor of the Bank of Korea, Seoul, 21 April 2026. Distinguished colleagues of the Bank of Korea, Today, I stand before you, having been appointed Governor of the Bank of Korea. While it is a profound privilege to have been given the opportunity to serve the Bank of Korea and the Korean economy after many years in academia...
Hyun Song Shin’s inaugural address as Governor of the Bank of Korea presents a nuanced response to the intersecting crises of geopolitical instability, technological disruption, and structural economic challenges. The strongest version of this narrative is that central banks must evolve to meet the demands of a rapidly changing global economy, balancing traditional mandates with innovative approaches to financial stability and monetary policy. Shin’s emphasis on prudence, flexibility, and organi...