The Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris TD, announced today that the Government has agreed to nominate Mr. Gabriel Makhlouf for re-appointment by the President as Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland.
Mr. Makhlouf took up his position as Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland on 1 September 2019. As Governor he chairs the Central Bank Commission, is a member of the Governing Council of the European Central Bank, a member of the European Systemic Risk Board and is Ireland's Alternate Governor at the International Monetary Fund.
Commenting on the nomination, the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance, Simon Harris stated:
“I am pleased to announce the Government has agreed to nominate Mr. Gabriel Maklhouf for re-appointment as Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland. Mr. Makhlouf is eminently qualified to perform the role of Governor of the Central Bank and the Government was pleased to support his nomination for reappointment.
During his first term, Mr. Makhlouf introduced reforms and enhancements that have strengthened the Central Bank and will continue to positively impact its performance. I wish him every success as he continues to lead the organisation in the years ahead.”
Mr Makhlouf’s second term will commence on 1 September 2026.
