National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan discusses IMF policy coordination programme and expanded IFC cooperation at IMF-World Bank annual meetings

The National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan reported on a series of meetings held by Tajikistan’s delegation during the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and World Bank Group annual meetings, focusing on the country’s IMF policy coordination programme and areas for deeper cooperation on financial-sector development. In meetings on 15 October with IMF official Bo Li, the delegation referenced progress under the IMF policy coordination programme and maintaining positive macroeconomic indicators, while the central bank highlighted ongoing reforms in monetary policy and efforts to expand financial inclusion. Discussions with International Finance Corporation (IFC) Regional Vice President Ricardo Puliti covered cooperation on the green economy, expansion of digital services, and support for small and medium-sized enterprises, particularly women entrepreneurs, alongside a call to strengthen existing projects and ESG programmes in the banking system. A separate meeting with IMF Middle East and Central Asia Department Director Jihad Azour addressed implementation of the programme, technical and advisory support for human-capacity development, and options for long-term financing to strengthen resilience to external factors and climate change, alongside topics including foreign exchange market development, banking supervision, green finance, and support for social and innovative projects. The National Bank’s chairman also participated in a high-level dialogue organised by the Reserve Bank of India on strengthening economic resilience through government digital platforms, which included discussion of India’s experience implementing fast and instant payments.