This web page presents information about the work of the IMF in the Republic of Türkiye, including the activities of the IMF Resident Representative Office. Additional information can be found on the Republic of Türkiye and IMF country page, including IMF reports and Executive Board documents that deal with the Republic of Türkiye.

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Our Office

The IMF opened its office in Ankara in 2000. The office follows economic developments and policies in the Republic of Türkiye, liaises between the Turkish authorities and the IMF staff in Washington, and coordinates IMF technical assistance. It is also a source of information about IMF views for the public, local and foreign analysts, investors, academic and research institutions, and Republic of Türkiye's international partners and their diplomatic missions.

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At a Glance : Republic of Türkiye's Relations with the IMF

  • Current IMF membership: 191 countries
  • Date of Republic of Türkiye's membership: March 11, 1947
  • Quota: SDR 4658.6 million (0.98 percent of total)
  • The 2024 Article IV Consultation was discussed by the Executive Board on September 27, 2024
  • Recent Technical Assistance

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Office Activities

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IMF’s Work on the Republic of Türkiye

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Regional Economic Outlook

April 25, 2025

The global economy is undergoing substantial changes, driven by fundamental shifts in trade policies. This comes at a time of deep structural transformations related to aging populations, high energy costs, and technological change. Europe’s economy is affected by these developments as it has only now begun to recover from recent shocks, its public spending needs are rising, public debt is high, and medium-term growth prospects are weak. The April 2025 outlook presents a downgrade in growth rates for the region, alongside a faster approach of inflation to targets. Risks to the outlook are to the downside and relate to a worsening of trade disputes and uncertainty. To navigate these turbulent times, Europe must prioritize the preservation of openness, manage the impact of policy shocks and market volatility through balanced macroeconomic policies, and complete its single market while addressing national growth reforms. The potential benefits of these actions could be substantial.
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