January 8, 2016/IMF Introduction Mr. Prime Minister, Ministers of Finance and Economy of CEMAC Member Countries, President of the CEMAC Commission Governor of the BEAC, Representatives of the CEMAC, Ladies and Gentlemen, It is a privilege to speak before such a distinguished audience and at such an important moment for […]
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The Global Economy in 2016-IMF’s Chief Economist Interview
IMF Survey January 4, 2016 Top goal: a sustainable path for global growth Emerging markets, developing economies face tougher conditions Geopolitical tensions magnify economic challenges The global economy in 2015 saw some economies strengthen, while others—particularly emerging and developing economies—were squeezed by plummeting commodity prices and by tightened financial conditions. […]
Lagarde endorses Eurogroup’s decision on Greece Debt Buy Back
By Peter OBIORA InvestAdvocate Lagos (INVESTADVOCATE) – Ms. Christine Lagarde, Managing Director (MD) of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Thursday endorsed the Eurogroup’s decision to support the debt buy back operation for Greece. This is contained in a Press Release posted on the website of the IMF. “I welcome the […]
