IMF and World Bank 2024 Annual Meetings Kick Off in Washington
The 2024 Annual Meetings of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group (WBG) commenced this Tuesday in Washington, bringing together 191 member countries.
These meetings, which will run until October 26, coincide with the 80th anniversary of the two financial institutions.
The event has gathered nearly 10,000 participants, including finance and economy ministers, central bank governors, economists, and civil society representatives, to discuss global economic challenges.
Key topics on the agenda include:
- The rising debt burden
- Transitioning to a green economy
- Tightening liquidity
- Low levels of foreign investment
- The importance of food systems
- Accelerating gender equality
- The complexity of international financial markets and the pursuit of sustainable development
- Governance and social integration
- Job creation for youth and promoting female leadership
Workshops will explore themes such as:
- The cryptocurrency revolution
- Secure cross-border payments
- Healthcare services
- Establishing financing structures to strengthen vaccination systems
- The role of the food industry in stimulating growth and employment
Participants will also examine other pressing issues, including:
- Climate challenges
- Japan's economic situation
- The need to build robust infrastructure to combat climate change
During these meetings, the IMF will unveil its global economic forecasts and publish its report on financial stability.
