Fiscal Policies:
May 21, 2025
The IMF has been a leading source of fiscal policy and management expertise worldwide. The IMF monitors and analyzes global fiscal trends and advises IMF member countries on fiscal issues directly. This page highlights the main fiscal policy issues currently under discussion, as well as provides links to research, publications, and commentary.
Fostering Core Government Bond Market Resilience
May 21, 2025
Policymakers should broaden central clearing and monitor market-making, including by nonbank financial institutions, while dealers must continue to build resilience
Republic of Kosovo: Fourth Reviews Under the Stand-By Arrangement and the Arrangement Under the Resilience and Sustainability Facility-Press Release; Staff Report; and Statement by the Executive Director for Republic of Kosovo
May 21, 2025
This is the final review under the Stand-by Arrangement (SBA) and the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF). The SBA has supported macroeconomic stability, provided insurance against shocks, and guided fiscal and financial reforms. The RSF has helped advance the authorities’ strategic objectives to increase renewable energy generation, boost energy efficiency, and enhance regional cooperation. Growth accelerated in 2024, driven by private consumption, while inflation has declined sharply. The fiscal deficit was low in 2024, and public debt further declined. However, the current account deficit widened with higher imports and lower remittances growth. Following the February 9 parliamentary elections, a new coalition government has yet to be formed. The outlook is favorable, but risks include escalation of trade tensions, higher commodity prices, weaker activity in advanced Europe, and tensions in northern Kosovo.
Kingdom of the Netherlands–The Netherlands: Staff Concluding Statement of the 2025 Article IV Mission
May 20, 2025
Making the MFF Fit for Purpose
May 20, 2025
People’s Republic of China: Advancing Risk Management for Large Taxpayers
May 20, 2025
This summary provides an overview of guidance provided to State Taxation Administration officials on ways to advance risk management for large taxpayers. Building from previous FAD guidance, this report focused on enhancing risk management, and governance and accountability.
Central African Republic Implements the Enhanced General Data Dissemination System (e-GDDS)
May 19, 2025