Fatih Karahan: The New Governor of Turkey's Central Bank
Early Life and Education
Fatih Karahan was born in Eskişehir, Turkey, in 1982. He graduated from Boğaziçi University with degrees in Economics and Political Science.
Career
After graduating, Karahan worked as a senior economist at the Central Bank of the Republic of Turkey. He later joined Amazon as a principal economist.
Governor of the Central Bank of Turkey
In 2023, President Tayyip Erdogan appointed Karahan as the new Governor of the Central Bank of Turkey. He became the first person born after the establishment of the Republic of Turkey to hold this position.
Experience and Qualifications
Karahan has extensive experience in monetary policy and financial markets. His appointment is seen as a signal of Erdogan's commitment to maintaining the independence of the Central Bank.
Challenges
Karahan faces a number of challenges, including high inflation, a weakening currency, and geopolitical tensions. However, he is widely respected by economists and policymakers, and is expected to navigate these challenges successfully.
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