Provides an introduction to the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and an overview of its debates and controversies. This book addresses questions, such as: Where did the IMF come from? What…

During the 1990s, Suriname was subject to exogenous shocks that were exacerbated by inadequate macroeconomic policy responses. During that decade, fiscal and monetary policies tended to vastly amplify the effects…

In the years since the SDR was created, the international monetary system has experienced a number of profound changes. The present paper sketches the effects of these changes on perceptions…

The war in Ukraine has triggered a costly humanitarian crisis that demands a peaceful resolution. At the same time, economic damage from the conflict will contribute to a significant slowdown…

This annual publication provides data on revenue, grants, expenditure, lending, financing and debt of central governments, and indicates the amounts represented by a social security funds and extra-budgetary operations. Data…

IMF economists work closely with member countries on a variety of issues. Their unique perspective on country experiences and best practices on global macroeconomic issues are often shared in the…

In response to the global financial crisis, the IMF launched initiatives to strengthen financial surveillance to better advise member countries of vulnerabilities and risks and to foster greater resilience. These…

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