IMF Executive Board Concludes 2018 Article IV Consultation and the Third Review under the Stand-By Arrangement with Jamaica
On April 10, 2018, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the 2018 Article IV Consultation and the third review of Jamaica’s performance under the program supported by the Stand-By Arrangement (SBA), on a lapse of time...
The NHS could save nearly £800 million by merging quangos, new TPA research finds
A new report by the TaxPayers’ Alliance shows that the NHS could save nearly £800 million by merging various NHS management bodies.
Global anxiety deepens over online data and privacy protection – UN agency
The exponential growth in number of Internet users offers opportunities but also raises privacy...
Philippines: Investments in Infrastructure and Human Capital Key to Sustaining Inclusive Growth
Investments in infrastructure and education, skills, and health, are not only key to sustaining high growth but will also ensure that poor and vulnerable families have access to better job opportunities. Delivering inclusive economic growth through...
Lifted by India, South Asia Regains Growth Lead, Still Lags on Jobs
South Asia has regained its lead as the fastest growing region in the world, supported by recovery in India. With the right mix of policies and reforms, growth is expected to accelerate to 6.9 percent in 2018 and 7.1 percent next year.
IMF Executive Board Completes First ECF Review for Chad and Approves US$ 51 Million Disbursement
On April 13, 2018, the Executive Board of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) completed the first review of Chad’s economic performance under the program supported by an Extended Credit Facility (ECF) arrangement. Completion of this review enables...
IMF staff completes 2018 Article IV mission to Honduras
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Roberto Garcia-Saltos, visited Tegucigalpa during April 3-12 to conduct the 2018 Article IV consultation.
IMF Statement on Tunisia
“Opposite trends continue to characterize the Tunisian economy in early 2018. Economic growth is picking up, led by a good agriculture season, increases in investment and an early recovery in exports. On the other hand, risks to macroeconomic...
World Bank and the Municipality of Braşov Enter Partnership for Urban Development
The World Bank Office in Romania and the Municipality of Braşov signed a reimbursable advisory service (RAS) agreement – a form of technical assistance - to support the implementation of urban development solutions that will boost growth and improve...
IMF Staff Completes Combined 2018 Article IV Consultation and Fifth ECF Review Mission for São Tomé and Príncipe
A staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) led by Xiangming Li visited São Tomé and Príncipe during March 28-April 12, 2018 to conduct the 2018 Article IV consultation and the fifth review of São Tomé and Príncipe’s economic program...
