Can central banks fix the rate of exchange?

Yes, central banks can fix the rate of exchange through a system known as a fixed or pegged exchange rate regime. In this system, the central bank commits to maintaining the currency's value at a specific rate relative to another currency or a basket of currencies. To maintain this fixed rate, the central bank may intervene in the foreign exchange market by buying or selling its currency. However, sustaining a fixed exchange rate can be challenging and may require substantial reserves and consistent economic policies.