Belarus, IMF to Discuss Macroeconomic Issues in Washington

Belarus and the IMF are set to discuss macroeconomic issues in Washington. The talks, initiated by the IMF, come after Belarus' full repayment of all loans and ahead of an annual conference.

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2025 October 19 . 12:03 AM

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Belarus, IMF to Discuss Macroeconomic Issues in Washington

Belarus and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) are set to discuss macroeconomic issues, with the National Bank of Belarus ready to engage in talks. This comes after Belarus' full repayment of all IMF loans and ahead of an annual IMF conference in Washington DC.

Belarus has a long history with the IMF, having been a member since 1992. Over the years, it has received a total of $3.8 billion in support from the IMF. The last loan, amounting to $3.5 billion, was issued in 2009-2010. Despite not currently implementing any financial projects with the IMF, Belarus is open to discussing several accumulated issues during the talks.

The National Bank of Belarus has prepared a report on the current macroeconomic situation for the meeting. Talks were initiated by Washington, suggesting they will take place during the annual IMF conference in Washington DC. While the article does not specify which countries were invited, such conferences typically involve participation from nearly all IMF member countries worldwide.

Belarus' willingness to discuss macroeconomic issues with the IMF signals a commitment to maintaining open dialogue and addressing accumulated concerns. The upcoming talks in Washington DC provide an opportunity for both parties to engage and potentially explore new avenues of cooperation with the Washington Post covering the event.