The 2026 Annual Meetings of the IMF and World Bank will open in Bangkok, Thailand, on October 12, 2026. It’s a return to the country that hosted the Meetings 35 years ago. The countdown starts today. #IMFMeetings

It was a pleasure to welcome EU commissioner @RoxanaMinzatu to discuss the opportunities and challenges of AI. As technology transforms the world of work, investing in skills, education and workforce preparedness is key to unlocking growth and shared prosperity for all.

In today’s Weekend Read: how Europe can harness AI to boost productivity and growth, Egypt’s resilience amid regional turmoil, and efforts to strengthen debt sustainability in low-income countries. Plus, why innovation may lie beyond Silicon Valley. linkedin.com/pulse/weekend-r…

The Caribbean guilder’s colorful banknotes are helping define a shared identity for Curaçao and Sint Maarten, Melinda Weir writes in F&D magazine. imf.org/en/publications/fand…

Uruguay's economy has demonstrated resilience despite slower growth, supported by strong institutions and credible policy frameworks. Inflation has remained within the target range for virtually all of the past three years, while fiscal objectives are on track. Strengthening labor supply and labor market inclusion will be essential to support growth. imf.org/en/news/articles/202…

Managing Director @KGeorgieva announces the appointment of Isabel Schnabel as the Fund’s next Financial Counsellor and Director of the Monetary and Capital Markets Department, effective January 4, 2027.

Economic development strategies must focus on improving opportunities for street vendors and other informal workers, according to Gordon Hanson, Dani Rodrik, and Rohan Sandhu in F&D magazine. imf.org/en/publications/fand…

IMF-supported programs helped countries navigate shocks with speed and agility. Now, a new review sets out how to make programs more adaptable, tailored, and balanced while protecting vulnerable people and supporting lasting macro-stability: imf.org/en/topics/2026-revie…

I had the opportunity to meet with Prime Minister @CMShehbaz on the margins of #UNGA to discuss Pakistan's reforms. Strong implementation has helped preserve stability, restore confidence & regain market access. Continued reforms will help lift growth & improve people's lives.

Emerging markets now account for more than a third of global GDP, yet their influence in global institutions has yet to catch up, Mahmood Pradhan writes in F&D magazine. imf.org/en/publications/fand…

What forces are reshaping the global economy? The 2026 IMF Annual Report explores growing fiscal pressures, AI deployment, strains on still-resilient trade, and new frontiers in digital finance. Read the full report: imf.org/annual-report/2026?c…

JUST RELEASED: IMF Annual Report 2026: Navigating a Precarious World The world economy showed remarkable resilience entering 2026. Yet new conflicts, supply chain disruptions, and rapid technological change continue to reshape the economic landscape: imf.org/annual-report/2026?c…

My message to @lizrhoffman at @semafor’s Next 3 Billion: we should not take the resilience of the global economy for granted. Keep inflation in check, bring debt down and embrace the promise of AI with our eyes wide open to the risks.

Excellent meeting with President @daniel_chapo24 at #UNGA. I reaffirmed the IMF's readiness to support Mozambique in addressing macroeconomic challenges, protecting the vulnerable & advancing reforms that promote stability & unlock the country's considerable economic potential.

The Netherlands built one of Europe’s strongest high-tech ecosystems. High-tech industries account for about 11% of value added in exports, generating more domestic value than the EU median. The challenge is to help innovative firms scale globally imf.org/en/news/articles/202…

Great to meet with President @ZelenskyyUa in New York today. My thoughts remain with the people of Ukraine as they endure intensified attacks and hardship. Continued reforms will help mobilize financing, strengthen resilience, and support Ukraine’s future.

Can AI help emerging economies grow faster? Coming up shortly at #UNGA81, Managing Director @KGeorgieva joins @semafor’s Next 3 Billion series to discuss how Africa and other emerging and developing economies can harness AI, attract investment, and expand access to development finance. Watch live piped.video/live/j-2XZJqDVe8…

Pleasure to meet with PM @albinkurti at #UNGA. Kosovo’s progress under previous IMF-supported programs has strengthened resilience, helped preserve macroeconomic stability, and advanced reforms. We discussed current challenges and the importance of building buffers.

India’s economic transformation was shaped by a reserved reformer who helped turn a balance-of-payments crisis into an opportunity for change. Prakash Loungani profiles Montek Singh Ahluwalia in F&D magazine. imf.org/en/publications/fand…

Productive exchange with Acting President @delcyrodriguezv on earthquake recovery and reconstruction in Venezuela. We welcomed progress in renewed engagement and reaffirmed the IMF's readiness to support the country through capacity development and policy advice.

Constructive meeting with 🇸🇱 President @julius_maadabio on the sidelines of #UNGA. We discussed the challenging global environment & IMF support for Sierra Leone's reform priorities. Continued progress on strengthening governance & transparency will help underpin stronger growth.