A staff team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Mr. Edward Gemayel, conducted a mission to Senegal during October 9-16, 2024, to discuss the preliminary findings of the General Inspectorate of Finance (IGF) report on public finances covering the period 2019-2024Q1, as well as the fiscal outlook for the remainder of the year.
A team from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), led by Mr. Albert Touna Mama, held discussions with the Central African Republic (CAR)’s authorities in Bangui from September 23 - October 2, 2024, in connection with the third review of CAR’s program supported by the Extended Credit Facility (ECF).
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission led by Mr. John Bluedorn visited Manama during September 29–October 10, 2024 to conduct discussions for the 2024 Article IV consultation
Key strategic directions GEF IEO
During the eighth replenishment period of the GEF (2022-2026), the IEO seeks to deepen the evidence on GEF’s results and performance through ex-post evaluations as well as provide real time feedback on recent shifts in the GEF’s strategy and programming, such as those related to country level strategies and integrated programs. The IEO seeks to continuously test and implement new qualitative and quantitative methods and approaches to inform the GEF Council on the performance and results of the GEF.
Staff Climate Note No 2024/004
The Papua New Guinea authorities and the IMF team reached staff-level agreement on the request for access under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF) for about US$265 million to enhance resilience to climate change. The IMF Executive Board will consider the request in the coming weeks.
Timor-Leste’s growth is expected to rise in 2024, supported by an increase in public spending and strong credit growth. From a high level in 2023, inflation has fallen sharply and is projected to continue easing with the moderation of global food prices.
Technical Assistance Report No. 2024/085
An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team led by Mr. Matthew Gaertner held discussions with the Tajikistan authorities during September 23-October 4, 2024, for the first review of the Policy Coordination Instrument (PCI).
