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IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva praised India’s growing influence as a global economic driver, particularly as China’s growth slows. Speaking before the IMF–World Bank meetings, she noted India’s impressive economic advancements while underscoring that global resilience remains uncertain.
Georgieva projected a global growth rate of 3%, bolstered by effective policy measures and the adaptability of the private sector. However, she warned of rising gold demand and ongoing trade tensions, especially in light of U.S. tariff decisions, which could pose risks to economic stability.
While the global economy has so far avoided a full-scale trade war, high tariffs may still disrupt stability. The IMF’s forecasts indicate that medium-term growth is expected to remain below the pre-pandemic level of 3.7%, highlighting the challenges that lie ahead.
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IMF Chief Praises India’s Economic Momentum, Warns Global Stability Faces Uncertain Tests
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva hailed India’s expanding role as a global growth driver while noting that worldwide resilience remains untested. Speaking ahead of the IMF–World Bank meetings, she highlighted India’s rapid economic progress as China’s growth slows. Global growth is projected at 3%, supported by strong policy actions and private sector adaptability.
Georgieva cautioned, however, that rising gold demand and persistent trade tensions—especially following U.S. tariff moves—signal potential risks. She emphasized that while the global economy has so far avoided a full-blown trade war, elevated tariffs could still challenge stability. The IMF expects medium-term growth to stay below pre-pandemic levels of 3.7%
