Middle East

Lusaka, Zambia: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) staff team, led by Edward Gemayel, visited Lusaka from April 30 to May 13, 2026, to advance discussions on a successor IMF-supported arrangement and …

Washington, DC: Following a period of subdued economic activity since 2023, a cyclical recovery has taken hold, supported by accommodative policies. However, uncertainties are high as the war in the Middle …

The Managing Director’s Keynote Speech at the 2026 Impact Conference, Poznan, Poland Thank you. It is a pleasure to be with you this afternoon.  Each time I come to Poland, …

Washington, DC: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Mr. Nicolas Blancher visited Tanzania during April 28 – May 12, 2026, and held discussions for the sixth and seventh reviews …

Washington, DC: On May 4, 2026, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) concluded the Article IV consultation[1] with Antigua and Barbuda. The authorities have consented to the publication of …

Recent developments Luxembourg’s economy has yet to regain its past dynamism amid challenging external environment. Growth has fallen behind euro area average since 2022, with output below its long-term trend. Public …

Vienna, Austria: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Geoff Gottlieb and comprising Adil Mohommad, Hassan Adan, and Alok Verma, visited Austria during April 22–May 6, 2026, to conduct discussions …

Washington, DC: On April 27, 2026, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the Article IV Consultation for Andorra.[1] The authorities have consented to the publication of the Staff …

Port Louis, Mauritius: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Mariana Colacelli visited Mauritius from April 22 to May 4, 2026, to hold discussions for the 2026 Article IV Consultation. …

Nicosia, Cyprus: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission met with the Cypriot authorities during April 22–May 4, 2026, to discuss recent economic developments, the outlook and risks, and policy priorities. At …