Key facts
- Ante Žigman nominated as new Governor of the Croatian National Bank (HNB).
- Žigman has led the Croatian Financial Services Supervisory Agency (HANFA) since 2018.
- He previously held various positions within the HNB.
- Finance Minister Marko Primorac considers Žigman a competent candidate.
- Parliamentary appointment requires a majority vote, expected mid- to late next week.
Ante Žigman, the current head of the Croatian Financial Services Supervisory Agency (HANFA) since 2018, has been nominated by Croatia's ruling majority to serve as the next Governor of the Croatian National Bank (HNB). Žigman has a background within the central bank, having held various positions there prior to his leadership role at HANFA. Finance Minister Marko Primorac expressed confidence in Žigman's competence for the role. While he is expected to adopt a balanced approach to monetary policy, his specific stances on key issues like interest rates remain largely unknown to the public. The nomination will proceed to a parliamentary vote, where a majority is required for formal appointment. This vote is anticipated to occur in the middle or latter part of the following week, with parties expected to submit nominations by June 1.