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Trump's first 100 days: America first and a new era for the world
From radical foreign policy shifts to tariff wars, the start of the US president's second term has shattered the norms of governing
Spring meetings are chance to bring Syria back into international fold, IMF's Jihad Azour says
Director for Middle East and Central Asia discusses complexities facing government's recovery and reconstruction efforts
Syria sanctions undermining national recovery, says Foreign Minister
Asaad Al Shaibani tells UN Security Council that punitive measures imposed on Assad regime are deterring investment in Syria’s reconstruction
Lebanon's economy cannot grow without social stability, warns minister
Country is seeking additional $300 million to help poorest citizens, says Minister of Social Affairs Haneen Sayed
Trade tension key risk to Mena economic outlook, IMF says
Saudi Arabia's annual economic growth prospects at 3 per cent, while UAE's forecast to increase by 4 per cent this year
Reforms needed at IMF and World Bank, US Treasury Secretary says
Scott Bessent says the two multilaterals have experienced 'mission creep' through projects on climate change, gender and social issues
Lebanon's economy minister asks for patience in implementing reforms
Amer Bisat says 'it's a long road ahead', as he reaffirms commitment to depositors
Trump says he has 'no intention' of firing Fed's Powell
Latest remarks come amid increasing concerns over future of Federal Reserve's independence
IMF scrutinising longer-term US treasuries amid market volatility
Fund says Trump tariffs 'significantly' raise risks to global financial stability
IMF projects 'significant' global slowdown due to historic tariffs
US outlook also handed a large downgrade as global economic system is 'being reset'
Trump renews attacks on Powell as US markets decline further
US President continues to threaten Federal Reserve's independence
Spring meetings begin as Trump tariffs loom over world economy
What to look for as world's finance ministers arrive in Washington
The worst-affected US products in trade war with China
Inflationary effect likely to reach everyday household items
IMF disburses $130 million in funds to Jordan
Latest payment is part of Amman's $1.2 billion extended fund facility
IMF chief does not expect global recession despite tariffs
Kristalina Georgieva warns rising trade barriers will lead to higher inflation for some countries