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Saudi, IMF, and World Bank pledge support for Syria's economic recovery
On April 24, 2025, a joint statement was issued by Mohammed AlJadaan, the Finance Minister of Saudi Arabia; Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF); and Ajay Banga, the President of the World Bank Group...
By Globe Banner | Apr 24, 2025
Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable releases debt restructuring "Restructuring Playbook
The Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable convened today in Washington, DC.
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
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IMF and Armenia reach staff-level agreement on economic reform program
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, headed by Iva Petrova, visited Yerevan for discussions on Armenia's Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) from March 31 to April 10, 2025.
IMF concludes Article IV mission report on Uzbekistan's economic performance
By Globe Banner | Apr 23, 2025
On April 23, 2025, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) issued a concluding statement after its Article IV mission to Uzbekistan.
G-24 urges sustained international cooperation amid global crises and economic uncertainties
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
The Intergovernmental Group of Twenty-Four on International Monetary Affairs and Development convened in Washington, D.C. on April 22, 2025, under the chairmanship of Pablo Quirno from Argentina.
African financial resilience and IMF's ongoing support discussed in recent meeting
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
April 22, 2025 Washington, DC - A statement was released following the African Consultative Group meeting led by Mr. Hervé Ndoba, Central African Republic’s Minister of Finance and Budget and Chair of the African Caucus, along with Ms.
IMF reviews Azerbaijan's economy, noting growth recovery and resilient financial sector
By Globe Banner | Apr 22, 2025
On March 21, 2025, the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) Executive Board completed its Article IV consultation with Azerbaijan, giving its endorsement to the staff's appraisal and the 2024 Financial System Stability Assessment.
IMF team discusses future cooperation during visit to Mozambique
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team conducted a visit to Maputo, Mozambique, from February 19 to March 4, 2025.
Colombian economy expands but faces fiscal challenges amid global risks
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
A staff team from Washington, D.C., has been engaging with Colombian authorities as part of the 2025 Article IV consultation, with visits to Bogotá occurring in February and early April.
IMF team concludes 2025 Article IV consultations with Nigeria
By Globe Banner | Apr 18, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Axel Schimmelpfennig, IMF mission chief for Nigeria, carried out discussions in Lagos and Abuja from April 2 to 15, 2025, for the 2025 Article IV Consultations with Nigeria.
IMF and Jordan agree on reforms under extended fund facility
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
A staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded discussions in Amman regarding the third review under the IMF's Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and potential support under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).
IMF Executive Board briefed on economic developments in Myanmar
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
On April 17, 2025, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) was briefed on the economic developments in Myanmar.
IMF staff reach agreement with Tanzania on Extended Credit Facility review
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
A staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Nicolas Blancher, visited Tanzania from April 2 to April 17, 2025.
IMF announces virtual curtain raiser for 2025 spring meetings
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is set to hold the 2025 Spring Meetings Curtain Raiser event virtually.
IMF reviews Bangladesh's financial strategies amidst global economic challenges
By Globe Banner | Apr 17, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team visited Dhaka from April 6–17, 2025, to discuss economic and financial policies related to the IMF's Extended Credit Facility, Extended Fund Facility, and Resilience and Sustainability Facility.
IMF reaches staff-level agreements with The Gambia on financial arrangements
By Globe Banner | Apr 16, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Eva Jenkner, conducted discussions in Banjul from April 2 to April 16, 2025.
IMF advises Libya on economic recovery amidst oil disruption
By Globe Banner | Apr 16, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has made preliminary findings from its Article IV mission to Libya, addressing economic factors affecting the country in 2024.
IMF team completes 2025 Article IV mission to Burundi
By Globe Banner | Apr 15, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Alexandre Chailloux, visited Burundi from March 17 to March 28 as part of the 2025 Article IV annual consultation.
IMF and Madagascar reach staff-level agreement on economic program reviews
By Globe Banner | Apr 15, 2025
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Constant Lonkeng, engaged in discussions with Malagasy authorities from April 2 to 14, 2025, in Antananarivo.
IMF reaches agreement on Ghana’s fourth review under extended credit facility
By Globe Banner | Apr 15, 2025
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement concerning the fourth review of Ghana’s economic program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).