Abstract There is no international framework or sovereign law today that forces any country to undergo a debt restructuring or resort to the IMF when in crisis. In fact, to-date there is no “bankruptcy” ... read more
Abstract In July 2018, the IMF presented a report promoting “inclusive growth” in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region and it emphasizes that inclusive growth is a modern responsibility shared by ... read more
On March 14, 2018, the IMF issued a statement that highlighted medium-term projections on Lebanon’s debt to GDP ratio and economic growth as the Capital Investment Plan (CIP) is implemented. The IMF ... read more
The Egyptian economy witnessed positive developments during the year 2017, thus sending strong messages of hope that the country is on the right path. Improved performance in Egypt’s key sectors, tighter ... read more
Like any other system in the world, Lebanon’s financial sector has its particularities and its vulnerabilities. While it’s good to expose and discuss the risks our financial system can encounter, it is ... read more
“The reform agenda is known, but is now more urgent” notes the IMF staff in their 2016 Article IV Consultation for Lebanon. Indeed, a lot of ink has been poured on the needed reforms in Lebanon: Fiscal ... read more
According to a survey issued from the partnership between the Arab Monetary Fund (AMF) , the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the World Bank, Arab banks are witnessing withdrawal of correspondent ... read more
According to the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) latest World Economic Outlook (WEO) entitled “Too Slow for Too Long”, global growth is projected at 3.2% in 2016, in line with that of last year, but ... read more
Kindly find below the link to an interview entitled: Meet Annalisa Fedelino, the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Mission Chief for Lebanon. In the interview, also available in English and French, ... read more
Similarly to the previous years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) held on to its strategic goals despite the global economic headwinds and the escalating regional tensions. Deteriorating oil prices were ... read more
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