Great meeting with Chile’s
@Min_Hacienda
@mariomarcelc
. We discussed growth opportunities, in particular Chile’s role in the global green transition. I commend Chile’s ambitious reform agenda and commitment to fiscal sustainability.
The European Union is a strategic partner of the IMF in areas such as capacity development and concessional financing. Today, I met with
@EU_Partnerships
Commissioner
@JuttaUrpilainen
to continue our close dialogue and thank the EU for its strong support for the most vulnerable.
Great, as always, to see commissioner
@JHahnEU
. We discussed outcomes from yesterday’s EU budget conference. The EU budget can play a vital role in supporting European cohesion to tackle the green transition and other pressing regional and global challenges.
Nice meeting Commissioner
@Ili_Ivanova
in Brussels today. We discussed how fostering innovation and increasing R&D spending is key to lifting productivity growth in Europe.
As
#Belgium
holds the 🇪🇺 EU Presidency, great discussion today with
@NBB_BNB_FR
Governor Pierre Wunsch on economic challenges and priorities for Europe: productivity and growth, capital market union and the green transition. A confident and relevant Europe is good for the world.
Very pleased to meet again with 🇲🇩 Moldovan President
@sandumaiamd
on the sidelines of the Annual EU Budget Conference in Brussels. We discussed how Moldova’s IMF-supported programs are continuing to assist its reform efforts, amid challenging circumstances.
The world needs a cohesive Europe to show how much we can gain by working together. The
#EUBudget
sits at the heart of European cohesion: crucial in the years ahead to use it well as we take on shared challenges like the green transition & energy security.
Looking forward to speaking about an EU Budget for a Global Europe at today’s
@EU_Budget
conference hosted by
@JHahnEU
. Currently watching panel discussion featuring
@NadiaCalvino
. Watch live here:
Congratulations
@isdb_group
& Chair H.E. Dr. Muhammad Sulaiman Al Jasser on 50 years of big achievements in support of LICs.
@IMFNews
is a proud partner. We’ll continue to work hand in hand to support countries achieve prosperity, including through our regional office in Riyadh.
These are the immediate global priorities on inflation, fiscal buffers and geopolitical fragmentation, says
@KGeorgieva
(
@IMFnews
) at
#SpecialMeeting24
.
Watch the full sessions here:
Very productive meeting with Pakistan’s Prime Minister
@CMShehbaz
and his team during
#SpecialMeeting24
. We discussed policy reforms and strong decisions to address 🇵🇰 challenges and create stronger sustained and more inclusive growth for the benefit all Pakistanis.
Flower Sunday is one of my favorite Bulgarian traditions. A day in which we cherish the beauty of flowers and the emotion they can convey. So, if your name is inspired by the beauty of a flower, herb, or tree, today is your day!
Honored to meet again with 🇷🇼 Rwanda President
@PaulKagame
at
@wef
's
#SpecialMeeting24
in Riyadh. We discussed progress on Rwanda's economic reform and how the Fund can support Rwanda’s drive for green resilient growth through financing, capacity development, and policy advice.
Always a pleasure to meet with
@DrTedros
, here at
@wef
's
#SpecialMeeting24
. Proud of our collaboration with
@WHO
as we tackle global challenges head-on, bolstering pandemic preparedness and resilience. Together, working to safeguard our future.
🌐✈️ Back in Riyadh! I am honored to take part in
@wef
's
#SpecialMeeting24
to discuss ways to reignite global growth. It is also a fantastic opportunity to connect with Saudi authorities, global leaders, and celebrate the 50 years of the
@isdb_group
.
.
@KGeorgieva
, Managing Director
@IMFnews
, will attend and co-chair the
@wef
's Special Meeting on Global Collaboration, Growth and Energy for Development taking place 28-29 April 2024.
Find out more here:
#SpecialMeeting24
Had a wonderful time speaking to EVA Magazine in my home country Bulgaria. I shared my story, from a young student in Sofia to leading the IMF, with the hope of inspiring young women and girls to dream big and to never stop believing in themselves.