Keywords: Economic reforms


Oxfam warns IMF austerity policies may deepen inequality

The International Monetary Fund has come under renewed criticism over the fiscal conditions attached to its lending programs, with Oxfam arguing that austerity requirements have become more demanding over the past decade and could place additional pressure on vulnerable communities. In a report and......

Uganda and IMF Resume Talks on a New Financial Support Programme

Uganda is set to resume discussions with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) over a new financial support programme, as the East African country seeks to strengthen its economic outlook and secure a new framework for cooperation with the international lender. Sebastian Walker, the IMF's resident......

Xi Jinping calls for continued socialist development as China commemorates Jiang Zemin’s centenary

Chinese President Xi Jinping has called on the Communist Party of China (CPC) and the Chinese population to continue promoting socialism with Chinese characteristics during a ceremony marking the 100th anniversary of former leader Jiang Zemin’s birth. The event highlighted Jiang’s political......

India reviews investment treaty framework to strengthen foreign investment appeal

India is reassessing its model Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT) as part of a broader strategy to make the country more attractive to international investors while supporting ongoing negotiations with key economic partners. Senior government officials confirmed that the review is underway and that proposed......

IMF approves $1.8 billion for Egypt after completing programme reviews

Egypt has secured access to approximately $1.8 billion in fresh financing after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed two key reviews of the country's economic support programmes. The latest approval provides a significant financial boost as Cairo continues implementing reforms aimed at......

South Africa faces growing economic risks as investment remains weak

South Africa is facing increasing economic risks as weak investment continues to weigh on growth prospects, job creation and efforts to improve living standards, according to a recent report highlighted by local media. The report warned that the country's fixed investment rate remains below the......

IMF chief visits Argentina to reinforce support for Milei's economic reforms

The Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Kristalina Georgieva, has begun a two-day visit to Argentina, underscoring the institution's continued backing for President Javier Milei and his ambitious economic reform agenda. The trip highlights the close relationship between the......

Poll shows most Germans dissatisfied with Chancellor Merz's reform agenda

A new public opinion survey indicates that a majority of Germans are dissatisfied with the reform agenda introduced by Chancellor Friedrich Merz's government, highlighting growing public concerns over the direction of the country's domestic policies. The poll, conducted by the Forschungsgruppe......

Germany unveils 34-point reform agenda to boost growth and modernize economy

The German government has introduced a broad package of structural reforms aimed at strengthening the country’s economic performance, improving labour market efficiency and reducing administrative burdens, as Chancellor Friedrich Merz seeks to position Europe’s largest economy for long-term......