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WASHINGTON, August 7, 2026 – The World Bank Board of Executive Directors approved yesterday a US$100 million grant from the International Development Association (IDA) to support Syria in building the foundations …

Damascus, Syria: A staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Ron van Rooden, visited Damascus from July 19–23, 2026, to discuss the authorities’ reform progress and priorities, as …

Washington, DC: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team, led by Ms. Lusine Lusinyan, held discussions virtually and in Georgetown for the 2026 Article IV Consultation during July 20–31, 2026. The …

Washington, DC: The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the Article IV Consultation[1] for the Republic of Lithuania and endorsed the staff appraisal without a meeting on a lapse-of-time …

Washington, DC: Macao SAR’s economy has remained resilient amid heightened global uncertainty, supported by a strong rebound in gaming and tourism activities. Nonetheless, real GDP is still below its pre-pandemic level, …

Washington, DC: On July 28, 2026, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the Article IV Consultation for Guatemala and endorsed the staff appraisal without a meeting on …

Apia, Samoa: Samoa’s strong post-pandemic recovery is giving way to subdued growth as weaker domestic demand is compounded by adverse external shocks. Higher global energy prices, elevated external risks, and persistent …

Washington, DC: The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the Article IV Consultation for Italy.[1] This also included a discussion on the findings of the Financial Sector Assessment Program …

Washington, DC: The Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the Article IV Consultation for Brazil.[1] The authorities have consented to the publication of the Staff Report prepared for this …

Washington, DC: On July 15, 2026, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation with Singapore.[1] Singapore is navigating another year of elevated global uncertainty. Most …