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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......

IMF to return to Uganda for talks on new economic support programme

The International Monetary Fund is preparing to send a team to Uganda in September for renewed discussions on a potential financial support programme, as the East African economy seeks to strengthen its public finances while preparing for a major shift linked to the expected start of crude oil production. The......

IMF forecasts strong economic growth for Syria and urges urgent banking reforms

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected that Syria's economy could grow by more than 10% in 2026, reflecting expectations of a stronger economic recovery supported by improvements across several key sectors. In an official statement issued after a mission to Syria, IMF representatives......

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......

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......

Zambia election puts economic recovery, copper sector and IMF reforms under investor scrutiny

As Zambia prepares for presidential and parliamentary elections on August 13, investors are closely monitoring whether President Hakainde Hichilema can transform the country's recent economic stabilisation into stronger growth and job creation during a potential second term. While polls suggest......

Bolivia moves closer to IMF financing package worth up to $2.8 billion

Bolivia is on the verge of securing a major financial support package from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), a development that could strengthen the country's foreign currency reserves and unlock additional funding from international lenders. Economy Minister Gabriel Espinoza said an agreement......

IMF warns oil prices and weak monsoon threaten India's economic growth outlook

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has identified rising oil prices and the risk of a weak monsoon season as the two biggest threats to India's economic growth in the 2026/27 fiscal year, highlighting growing external and climate-related challenges for the world's fastest-growing major economy. According......

Egypt awaits IMF approval of seventh review under economic reform program

Egypt is expected to receive a new financial disbursement from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in the coming weeks as the institution prepares to review the country's ongoing economic reform program. According to Egyptian officials, the IMF's Executive Board is expected to consider the......