International Monetary Fund (IMF) Statement on Mozambique
Following these discussions, the Mozambican authorities and IMF staff have reached an understanding not to proceed with the remaining Reviews under the ECF-supported arrangement. To better align IMF support with the new government's priorities and vision, the Mozambican authorities have requested the initiation of discussions for a new IMF program. Discussions with IMF staff will begin in the period ahead.
Distributed by APO Group on behalf of International Monetary Fund (IMF).
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