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IMF reviews Nicaragua's economy: robust growth amid challenges

A recent International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission to Nicaragua concluded with a statement highlighting the country's economic performance and outlook.

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IMF reaches staff-level agreement on third review of Sri Lanka's fund facility

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Peter Breuer, Senior Mission Chief for Sri Lanka, visited Colombo from November 17 to 23, 2024.

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IMF discusses final review of South Sudan's staff-monitored program amid economic challenges

On November 15, 2024, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) held discussions regarding the third and final review of South Sudan's Staff-Monitored Program with Board Involvement (PMB).


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BlackRock funds Learn To Earn Dayton's expansion into eight Ohio school districts

The BlackRock Foundation has announced a $1 million grant to Learn to Earn Dayton, aimed at expanding the Pathways for Accelerated College and Career Experience (PACCE) program.


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IMF approves extended credit facility for Sierra Leone amid economic reforms

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its 2024 Article IV consultation with Sierra Leone and approved a 38-month arrangement under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).


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Moldova reaches agreement with IMF on credit facility program reviews

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Alina Iancu, has concluded discussions with Moldovan authorities regarding the sixth reviews of Moldova's programs under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Extended Fund Facility (EFF)...


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IMF discusses economic prospects with Solomon Islands during Article IV mission

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Masafumi Yabara, conducted discussions in Solomon Islands from November 11 to 22 for the 2024 Article IV Consultation.


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IMF reports significant progress in implementing evaluation office recommendations

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its Fourteenth Periodic Monitoring Report on the status of Management Implementation Plans (MIPs) in response to recommendations from the Independent Evaluation Office (IEO).


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IMF concludes Egypt visit after talks on economic reforms

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Ivanna Vladkova Hollar, concluded its visit to Egypt on November 20, 2024.


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IMF reviews Liberia's economic progress during recent mission

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team, led by Daehaeng Kim, visited Monrovia from November 6 to 19, 2024.


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IMF concludes Article IV consultation mission with Republic of Korea

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Mission Chief Rahul Anand, concluded its visit to the Republic of Korea on November 20, 2024.


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New guidelines launched for open finance aiming at broader inclusion

A coalition of international organizations has introduced new guidelines for public authorities to leverage open finance in enhancing digital financial services and innovation.


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BusinessEurope outlines strategic approach to future EU-China relations

BusinessEurope has released a new paper detailing its priorities for EU-China relations in the upcoming EU cycle.


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IMF forum explores measuring AI's impact on global economy

The 12th IMF Statistical Forum commenced with discussions on the economic implications of artificial intelligence (AI).


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European business groups urge consistent application of SME Test by EU Commission

New analysis from BusinessEurope, Eurochambres, and SMEunited indicates that the European Commission's application of the 'SME Test' methodology is still inconsistent across its services.


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IMF reports strong rebound but highlights challenges for Bahamian economy

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has released a concluding statement following its 2024 Article IV mission to The Bahamas.


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IMF reaches agreement on sixth review of Ukraine's extended fund facility

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Gavin Gray, engaged in discussions with Ukrainian authorities in Kyiv from November 11 to 18, 2024.


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IMF reviews Malta's economy amid continued strong growth

Malta has seen significant economic growth over the last ten years, according to the preliminary findings of an International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission.


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IMF reviews Oman's economic progress amid reform efforts

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team, led by César Serra, conducted the 2024 Article IV consultation in Muscat from October 30 to November 13.