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IMF reaches staff-level agreement on financial reviews with Bangladesh

Following discussions with Bangladesh authorities and continued engagement during the IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Bangladesh.


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Conference highlights need for increased transparency in EMDEs' public debts

May 14, 2025 A recent conference addressed the critical need for transparency in public debt within emerging market and developing economies (EMDEs).


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Costa Rica seeks $1.5 billion flexible credit line from IMF

After concluding the 2025 Article IV consultation with Costa Rica on May 12, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board convened in an informal session to discuss a request from Costa Rican authorities.


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IMF highlights need for transparency in global public debt management

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) recently hosted a conference focused on public debt transparency, highlighting the importance of aligning legal frameworks with best practices.


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IMF reaches agreement with Cabo Verde on economic policy reviews

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Cabo Verde on the sixth review under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF) and the third review under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).


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IMF completes Article IV consultation with Costa Rica highlighting economic progress

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its 2025 Article IV Consultation with Costa Rica, as announced on May 13, 2025.


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IMF director meets Angolan president; discusses economic challenges

May 13, 2025 Luanda, Angola: Abebe Aemro Selassie, Director of the International Monetary Fund's (IMF) African Department, held a meeting in Luanda with President João Lourenço of Angola.


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IMF notes Denmark's strong growth amid global uncertainties

Denmark's economy continues to show strong growth, driven largely by pharmaceutical exports.


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IMF completes post-financing assessment mission in Angola

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Mika Saito, recently completed a post-financing assessment mission in Angola.


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IMF reaches agreement with DRC on first review under credit facility

A staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Calixte Ahokpossi, visited Kinshasa to discuss the Democratic Republic of Congo's (DRC) economic and financial program under the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).


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IMF approves fund facility reviews for Pakistan amidst economic stabilization

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has completed the first review of Pakistan's economic reform program under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF).


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IMF reaches agreement on fourth review of economic programs with Mauritania

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Felix Fischer, visited Nouakchott and Nouadhibou from April 28 to May 9, 2025.


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IMF deputy managing director concludes visit to San Marino with positive remarks

Mr. Kenji Okamura, Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), concluded his visit to San Marino with a statement reflecting on the country's economic progress and future challenges.


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IMF concludes discussions on Eastern Caribbean Currency Union policies

The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) has concluded its Article IV consultation with the member countries of the Eastern Caribbean Currency Union (ECCU).


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IMF reviews Jamaica's economic progress amid global challenges

An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Mauricio Villafuerte recently concluded a mission in Kingston, Jamaica, as part of the 2025 Article IV consultation.


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IMF reaches staff-level agreement with Barbados on fund facility reviews

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has reached a staff-level agreement with Barbados concerning the fifth reviews under the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF).


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IMF deputy director concludes visit highlighting economic reforms in Zambia

May 7, 2025 Lusaka, Zambia: Nigel Clarke, Deputy Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), concluded his visit to Zambia with a statement acknowledging the progress of Zambia's economic reform program.


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Emerging markets face new challenges amid rising US tariffs

May 7, 2025 The global economy is facing significant challenges as the US effective tariff rate has reached levels not seen in over a century, leading to increased uncertainty in trade policy and geopolitics.


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IMF reviews Guyana's rapid economic transformation amid global challenges

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board has concluded its Article IV Consultation with Guyana, highlighting the country's robust economic transformation.


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Toyota Mobility Foundation seeks second cohort applicants for mobility innovation program

Following a successful inaugural year, the Toyota Mobility Foundation and MaRS Discovery District have announced the call for applications for the second cohort of their Mobility Unlimited Hub program.