Ukraine’s parliament has appointed a new central bank chief after the controversial departure of his predecessor and amid concerns in western countries over the bank’s independence.
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Kyrylo Shevchenko wearing a face mask to protect against the coronavirus looks on as lawmakers vote on his candidacy for the post of Ukraine's central bank chief during a session of the parliament in Kiev on July 16, 2020. - Ukraine's parliament on July 16, 2020 appointed a new central bank chief after the controversial departure of his predecessor and amid concerns in Western countries over the bank's independence. (Photo by ANDRII NESTERENKO / POOL / AFP)
