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BaFin is ten years old: From lightning birth to maturity

BaFin completed its foundation process within the space of six weeks in 2002. Since then the integrated financial supervisory authority has gone through sometimes stormy times and has undergone a process of constant change. Have a look here at the most important milestones in its history. More : BaFin is ten years old: From lightning birth to maturity

Interview with BaFin President Elke König

Elke König has been President of BaFin since early January 2012. Around 100 days after she took office, BaFinQuarterly spoke to her about the challenges that will have to be overcome in Germany, in Europe and internationally in the months ahead. More : Interview with BaFin President Elke König

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