China’s Vice Premier Seeks Deeper IMF Partnership to Boost Global Growth
Vice Premier He Lifeng calls for deeper IMF cooperation to support multilateral trade and boost global economic vitality after the launch of the IMF Shanghai Center.
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IMF Raises Chinese mainland’s 2025 Growth Forecast to 5.0%
The IMF raised its forecast for the Chinese mainland’s 2025 GDP growth to 5.0%, citing policy stimulus and export resilience, while warning of property sector, demand and deflationary challenges.
IMF Launches Asia-Pacific Regional Center in Shanghai
The IMF launched its new Asia-Pacific Regional Center in Shanghai on December 8, 2025, aiming to boost research and dialogue for emerging markets and middle-income countries.
IMF: Global Economy Holds Strong Amid Tariffs, But Uncertainty Looms
The IMF says the global economy is proving resilient despite U.S.-led tariffs but warns that uncertainty is the new normal and open trade is at risk.
Asia’s Growth Accelerates but Looming Risks Cloud the Outlook
Asia and Pacific growth is powering ahead, led by the Chinese mainland and India, but revised ADB and IMF forecasts warn of trade headwinds and tourism slowdowns.
IMF Downgrades Europe’s Growth Forecast for 2025-26
The IMF has cut Europe’s growth forecast to 0.8% in 2025 and 1.2% in 2026, warning that trade tensions and tighter financial conditions pose risks to the global economy.
Trump’s Tariff War Risks Sideling America in Global Trade
New data from the WTO and IMF warn that US tariffs could shrink trade flows, pushing America out of its global lead as imports and growth estimates are revised down.
IMF’s Georgieva: Chinese Mainland Policies Ease Trade Tensions Impact
IMF MD Kristalina Georgieva highlights how policy support from the Chinese mainland is cushioning Asia’s economies against widening trade tensions.
Asia Pacific Unites to Offset U.S. Tariffs with Regional Trade Push
IMF officials urge Asia Pacific nations to deepen regional trade ties to offset the impact of U.S. tariffs, aiming to build supply chain resilience and sustainable growth.
IMF Warns Rising Tariffs Could Push Global Debt to Record Highs
The IMF warns that rising tariffs and market volatility could drive global public debt past 100% of GDP, with worst-case scenarios reaching record highs by 2027.