Beirut:Banque du Liban (BDL) has announced its decision to withhold from issuing statements, providing media briefings, or disclosing information during the upcoming consultations involving the International Monetary Fund (IMF), the Lebanese government, and the central bank.

According to National news agency - Lebanon, the central bank emphasized that these discussions will focus on the IMF's observations concerning Lebanon's Financial Regularization and Deposit Recovery Law. BDL's decision aims to ensure the accuracy of information, prevent confusion, and avoid the spread of misleading details.

The central bank has clarified that, per established protocols, Finance Minister Yassine Jaber will be responsible for releasing any information or conclusions deemed suitable for public dissemination once the IMF delegation's visit concludes. Furthermore, BDL has made it clear that any statements or leaks attributed to it during this period should be regarded as unauthorized unless disseminated through its official channels.

BDL has urged media entities to maintain professional verification standards and to avoid circulating unverified reports.