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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 22, 2026, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the Article IV Consultation for Saudi Arabia.[1] The Saudi economy entered 2026 with strong …

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 …

Praia, Cabo Verde: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Mr. Martin Schindler visited Cabo Verde during July 21-24, 2026, to hold introductory discussions with the new government, which took …

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 …

Nigeria is Africa’s largest agricultural economy, accounting for a quarter of national GDP and employing over one third of the labor force. Its vast agro-ecological diversity supports a wide range …

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 …

Artificial intelligence can boost productivity, create better jobs, and improve public services in sub-Saharan Africa, but realizing these gains will require reliable power, affordable internet, stronger skills, and rules people …