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International Monetary Fund (IMF)
The International Monetary Fund groups 190 countries; its aim is to secure financial stability.
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Pakistan’s weapons, made in China
Chinese weapons strengthen Pakistan’s forces while tightening economic dependence.
Fighter jets: Pakistan’s export hope
How realistic are Pakistan’s multibillion‑dollar fighter‑jet export plans?
The 'polycrisis' the world is ignoring
A tangle of economic shocks, supply‑chain fractures and energy disruptions are now feeding into each other.
Will the Iran war cause a global recession?
As the Iran war disrupts energy and trade, the IMF warns global growth could dip to near-recession levels.
IMF, World Bank restore relations with Venezuela
The move further legitimizes Venezuela's interim government and paves the way for financial support.
Africa's top economies: size and growth prospects
South Africa, Egypt and Nigeria fuel Africa's economic engine — driving growth, shaping jobs, and influencing global markets. Where are the three giants headed next?
WEF: Donald Trump set to dominate Davos 2026
The US president's presence is expected to raise the stakes at the WEF annual meeting in Davos.
Will Trump risk a clash with China over Iran tariff?
Trump's shock 25% tariff on nations trading with Iran puts Beijing squarely in the spotlight. DW asks what happens next?
Poland: A trillion‑dollar player knocking on the G20's door
Poland's been invited to observe next year's G20 summit. A full seat could take years but put Central Europe on the map.
Sri Lanka: Cyclone Ditwah kills over 600
The cyclone brought landslides and floods that have killed hundreds of people, with hundreds more still missing.
How debt has reached record levels in Africa
Debt has reached record levels across Africa, and it is holding back the continent's development.
China's Yuan tops dollar in trade but struggles persist
China now settles a nearly a third of its $6.2 trillion trade in yuan instead of dollars — up from 20% three years ago.
Africa's economic boom: 5 countries driving growth
Benin, Cote d'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Uganda are among the world's fastest-growing economies, according to the IMF.
What is BRICS and why does it matter?
As more nations sign up, how will BRICS reshape power, trade and influence in a rapidly shifting world?
Will AI really shrink workforces as Amazon boss says?
Andy Jassy is not the first executive to warn that artificial intelligence will reshape workforces. Are they right?
Is Donald Trump making Europe great again?
As Trump's erratic trade policy unnerves investors, Europe is increasingly moving in the focus of global money managers.
Trump probe raises doubts over US role in IMF, World Bank
As the IMF and World Bank hold their Spring summits this week, are their futures secure under a Trump presidency?
IMF: Trump tariffs slow down global economic growth
IMF predicted higher inflation and "significantly" slower global economic growth due to Trump's tariffs.
IMF praises Nigeria's reforms, warns poverty still high
The IMF lauded steps taken by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu while noting that not "all Nigerians" have seen the benefits.
IMF, World Bank approve new bailouts for Argentina
President Javier Milei has imposed aggressive reforms and austerity measures to boost the nation's flagging economy.
John Mahama faces headwind in 2nd term as Ghana's president
In his second stint as president, John Mahama faces IMF pressure to cut spending to the detriment of poorer Ghanaians.
Argentina's Milei faces credibility crisis over crypto scam
Argentine President Milei faces his first major political crisis as the "cryptogate" scandal shakes his credibility.
IMF predicts steady 3.3% global growth, but less in Germany
India, China and the United States will continue to drive global economic growth, but Germany is lagging behind.
AfricaLink News December 17, 2024
Ademola Lookman and Babra Banda are CAF players of the year +++ Zambia to receive $184 million from IMF
Ghana: Ruling party candidate Bawumia concedes election loss
Vice President Mahamudu Bawumia of Ghana's New Patriotic Party has congratulated his rival on winning the presidency.
Is Africa better off without the IMF?
For decades, African countries have looked to the International Monetary Fund for economic aid. Are there alternatives?
IMF chief: 'Africa deserves to be represented more fairly'
International Monetary Fund (IMF) head Georgieva says Africa needs greater representation in the global lending body.
Pakistan reaches $7 billion aid deal with IMF
Pakistan has agreed a further IMF aid package as it struggles with high foreign debt and a shortage of tax revenue.
Is the IMF to blame for Africa's debt crisis?
African nations want to reduce borrowing from abroad to reduce their debts. But is Africa beyond aid just a pipe dream?
EU signs €1bn financing deal for Egypt at investment forum
The funding plan will help Cairo to make economic reforms, along with investments by European companies.
Pakistan: Parliament passes tax-heavy budget to appease IMF
Pakistan's parliament has approved a government budget entailing big tax hikes, a condition of further IMF loans.
Kenya: What's behind the deadly protests?
Kenyans are unhappy about rising living costs and have accused the president of making false promises. DW delves deeper.
IMF cuts growth outlook for Germany
The International Monetary Fund has revised down its growth outlook for the eurozone's biggest economy.
Pakistan seeks long-term IMF bailout to fix broken economy
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif's coalition government has its work cut out if it wants to tackle economic turmoil.
IMF initially agrees to disburse $1.1 billion to Pakistan
The sum is the final tranche of a $3 billion rescue-package Islamabad had secured last summer.
IMF approves $4.7 billion for Argentina, praises bold action
IMF chief Kristalina Georgieva praised the "bold actions" of Argentine President Javier Milei's government.
AI set to impact 60% of jobs in developed economies: IMF
This can present both challenges and opportunities, the IMF said.
Is the US denying China a bigger voice at the IMF?
China says its voting share at the IMF isn't commensurate with its economic might. The US isn't ready to oblige Beijing.
Can Sri Lanka pull itself out of economic crisis?
Observers say the country still has a long way to go before people see improvements to their lives.
China or US: Who's delaying debt relief to developing world
China has been widely blamed for the delayed global response. Beijing disagrees and puts the onus on the US.
Germany headed for deeper recession, IMF says
Economic forecasters say Germany will suffer a worse slide in economic output than previously expected.
World Bank freezes Uganda funding over anti-LGBTQ+ laws
At the beginning of August, the World Bank announced it would freeze new loans towards Uganda in light of its new anti-LGBTQ laws. Many initially viewed the move as a sign that the bank was taking a more progressive approach towards human rights issues. But is it a misguided approach?
Climate change exacerbating conflict and poverty — IMF
Climate shocks are already disproportionately affecting war-torn countries, a new report from the IMF shows.
Can the BRICS Bank replace the IMF as a lender?
Could the NDB, backed by BRICS members, replace financial institutions, such as the IMF, in lending funds?
IMF lifts growth forecast, but economic challenges persist
The IMF projects overall growth in 2023 will remain low in advanced economies. Germany's growth expected to contract.
Imran Khan: 'Sooner or later they will put me in jail'
Pakistan's former prime minister has said a "total crackdown" against his party is underway.
Pakistan: IMF approves $3 billion bailout
The funds will help the country avoid default as it grapples with inflation and the aftermath of devastating floods.
Will IMF deal end Pakistan's economic misery?
The deal should be viewed as a stopgap measure to pull the economy back from the verge of default, say experts.
IMF agreement a 'breather' for Pakistan's economy
Pakistani economist Rehan Ateeq told DW it won't provide relief to common citizens in the short term.
Pakistan and IMF reach $3 billion stand-by agreement
The deal would help Pakistan move from the brink of default. But the IMF's board has yet to confirm the decision.
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