The International Monetary Fund published a statement confirming that its staff are in Honduras to conduct a review of the authorities’ programme supported under the Extended Fund Facility and the Extended Credit Facility. The mission said it will issue a concluding statement at the end of its visit with an update on key findings. The IMF described recent discussions with Honduran authorities and other stakeholders as productive and noted that the programme’s policies have supported macroeconomic stability alongside fiscal prudence and the accumulation of international reserves. It highlighted the importance of continued implementation of agreed structural policies, including additional measures to create fiscal space for public investment and social spending, and reiterated that reducing tax exemptions and pursuing tax reform remain part of the government’s economic agenda. The mission also pointed to ongoing work with relevant stakeholders ahead of Honduras’ 2026 Financial Action Task Force evaluation.
Central Bank of Honduras 2025-09-22
International Monetary Fund starts on-site review of Honduras programme under the Extended Fund Facility and Extended Credit Facility
IMF staff are in Honduras to review the authorities' programme under the Extended Fund Facility and Extended Credit Facility, with a concluding statement to follow. Discussions have been productive, supporting macroeconomic stability and fiscal prudence, while emphasizing the need for continued structural policy implementation and tax reform. The mission is also preparing for Honduras' 2026 Financial Action Task Force evaluation.