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IMF completes eighth review of Suriname's Extended Fund Facility

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the 2024 Article IV consultation and the eighth review under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) arrangement for Suriname.


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IMF concludes reviews with Barbados under EFF and RSF arrangements

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded the Fourth Reviews of the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) arrangements with Barbados.


Economics

IMF reaches agreement on third review of Bangladesh's credit facilities

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team, led by Chris Papageorgiou, concluded its visit to Dhaka, Bangladesh on December 18, 2024.


Economics

Coinbase CEO: 'Crypto is the only payment rail that checks all three boxes'

Brian Armstrong, co-founder and CEO of Coinbase, has emphasized the efficiency of cryptocurrency as a payment method, citing its speed, cost-effectiveness, and global reach.


Economics

IMF completes sixth reviews under ECF/EFF programs for Moldova

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the sixth reviews under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and Extended Fund Facility (EFF), along with the second review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF)...


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IMF concludes Article IV consultation with Timor-Leste amid changing economic conditions

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded its 2024 Article IV consultation with Timor-Leste on December 10, 2024.


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IMF completes fifth review of facilities supporting Benin's economic progress

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the Fifth Reviews of Benin's Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Extended Credit Facility (ECF), along with the Second Review of the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).


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BiT Global: 'Coinbase engaged in predatory or anticompetitive conduct' to monopolize wBTC market

BiT Global has accused Coinbase of engaging in "predatory or anticompetitive conduct" to monopolize the wrapped Bitcoin (wBTC) market.


Economics

IMF comments on progress at CEMAC Heads of State summit

At the conclusion of the CEMAC Heads of State meeting, Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director of the IMF's African Department, issued a statement highlighting progress and ongoing challenges in the region.


Economics

Europe urged to boost growth through market integration and smart policies

The European Union is reflecting on significant milestones and challenges as it celebrates Lithuania's 10 years in the euro area and the 25th anniversary of the Euro.


Economics

IMF approves $7.1M disbursement after completing Guinea-Bissau credit facility review

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the seventh review under Guinea-Bissau's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement, allowing for a disbursement of approximately US$7.1 million.


Economics

IMF completes fourth review of Zambia's extended credit facility

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the fourth review of Zambia's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement, leading to an immediate disbursement of approximately $184 million.


Economics

IMF completes fourth review under Stand-By Arrangement with Armenia

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the fourth review under the Stand-By Arrangement (SBA) with Armenia.


Economics

IMF reviews credit facilities supporting Tanzanian economic reforms

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded the fourth review of Tanzania's Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement and the first review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).


Economics

IMF reviews Jordan's economy amid regional conflict challenges

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its 2024 Article IV consultation and second review under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) with Jordan.


Economics

IMF concludes visit discussing Djibouti's economy amidst regional disruptions

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Esther Pérez Ruiz, recently concluded a visit to Djibouti.


Economics

IMF reviews Tajikistan's economic progress under Policy Coordination Instrument

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the first review under the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI) for Tajikistan.


Economics

IMF approves funding facilities for Papua New Guinea amid economic reform efforts

On December 11, 2024, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board approved a Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) arrangement for Papua New Guinea.


Economics

IMF completes reviews with Côte d’Ivoire; disburses $808M

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the third reviews of Côte d'Ivoire's Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangements, as well as the second review of the Resilience and...


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IMF official concludes Nairobi visit discussing economic resilience with Kenyan leaders

Nairobi, Kenya: Nigel Clarke, Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), concluded his visit to Kenya with a statement expressing gratitude for the hospitality received during his stay from December 8–10, 2024.