IMF website lists sanctioned former Russia central banker as executive board member

Introduction

The International Monetary Fund's (IMF) website currently lists Elvira Nabiullina, the sanctioned former central bank governor of Russia, as an executive board member.

Nabiullina has been subject to sanctions by the United States, the European Union, and the United Kingdom since 2014, following Russia's annexation of Crimea.

Sanctions against Nabiullina

The sanctions against Nabiullina include asset freezes and travel bans. She is also prohibited from doing business with US citizens and companies.

The sanctions were imposed in response to Nabiullina's role in supporting the Russian government's annexation of Crimea and its involvement in the conflict in eastern Ukraine.

IMF's response

The IMF has not commented on Nabiullina's inclusion on its website as an executive board member.

However, the IMF has previously stated that it is committed to complying with all applicable sanctions laws.

Reactions

The news that Nabiullina is listed as an IMF executive board member has been met with criticism from some quarters.

Critics argue that the IMF should not be associating with someone who is subject to sanctions.

Conclusion

The IMF's website currently lists Elvira Nabiullina, the sanctioned former central bank governor of Russia, as an executive board member.

The IMF has not commented on Nabiullina's inclusion on its website, but it has previously stated that it is committed to complying with all applicable sanctions laws.

The news that Nabiullina is listed as an IMF executive board member has been met with criticism from some quarters, who argue that the IMF should not be associating with someone who is subject to sanctions.