Kristalina Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), has arrived in Addis Ababa for a two-day official visit aimed at strengthening economic cooperation between Ethiopia and the global financial institution.

During her visit, Ms. Georgieva is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed and senior government officials to discuss Ethiopia’s economic policies, ongoing reforms, and potential areas of collaboration with the IMF. The discussions are expected to cover key financial and structural policies, debt sustainability, and macroeconomic stabilization efforts.

Beyond high-level engagements, Ms. Georgieva and her delegation will visit select social development projects, highlighting Ethiopia’s economic progress and challenges. She will also engage with representatives of the private sector, focusing on investment climate improvements and the role of international financial support in fostering sustainable growth.

Ethiopia has been working closely with the IMF in recent years to address economic challenges, including inflation, foreign exchange shortages, and debt restructuring efforts. Ms. Georgieva’s visit is seen as a crucial step in strengthening ties and exploring new avenues for financial and technical support.

Further updates on the visit, including key agreements and discussions, are expected to be released following the official meetings.