ECB and other international banks express support of Jerome Powell

ATLANTA, GEORGIA (By Chad Archey, Energy Analytics Institute, 13.Jan.2026, Words: 177) — The European Central Bank (ECB) and other European and international central banks stand in full solidarity with the Federal Reserve System and its chair Jerome H. Powell.

“The independence of central banks is in the interest of the people we serve,” the ECB said on 13 Jan. 2026 in a post an statement on social media. 

The full statement follows:

“We stand in full solidarity with the Federal Reserve System and its Chair Jerome H. Powell.

The independence of central banks is a cornerstone of price, financial and economic stability in the interest of the citizens that we serve.

It is therefore critical to preserve that independence, with full respect for the rule of law and democratic accountability.

Chair Powell has served with integrity, judgement and an unwavering commitment to the public interest.

To us, he is a respected colleague who is held in the highest regard by all who have worked with him.”

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By Chad Archey reporting from Atlanta. © 1999-2026 Energy Analytics Institute (EAI). All Rights Reserved.