From the robust and contentious Parliamentary debate that preceded our formation, to the public sparring with labour, the dispute over the building of our home, to the untimely and unprecedented firing of our fourth Governor, Harold reveals it. I commend Both Sides of the Coin to every Barbadian who wishes to understand the role, mission, vision, and values of their central Bank.
As we approach our 50th birthday in 2022, we know that the changing economic and financial landscape at home and abroad will transform the face of central banking. This transformation includes the evolution of digital currencies, further liberalization of our exchange controls, strengthened regional integration, digital transformation, the emergence of new industries, local and international challenges, and different societal norms.