Global Economy Archives

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Global EconomyGlobalization and Trade Trump’s Tariffs Are a Distraction That Can Continue for a While

Explore the potential effects of Trump's tariffs on the US's biggest trading partners. Learn about the political and economic implications of these trade policies.

Mark Weisbrot / THE GUARDIAN / December 04, 2024

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Global EconomyIMFIMF SurchargesWorld IMF Begins Review of Unjust Surcharge Policy

IMF reviewing surcharge policy: why surcharges are counterproductive, unfair, and unnecessary. Learn more about the push to end surcharges.

Manasi Karthik / July 18, 2024

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Climate ChangeGlobal Debt CrisisGlobal EconomyIMFSpecial Drawing Rights The Rising Cost of Debt: An Obstacle to Achieving Climate and Development Goals

Uncover the link between climate change and debt in developing countries.

Lara Merling Ivana Vasic-Lalovic Lorena Valle Cuéllar / April 30, 2024

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Global Debt CrisisGlobal EconomyGlobal FinanceIMFIMF SurchargesInternationalWorld A Broader Impact Than Ever Before: An Updated Estimate of the IMF’s Surcharges

This paper presents an estimate of IMF surcharges updated as of February 2024. It shows that 22 countries are now subject to surcharges, a net increase of 6 since our 2023 estimate.

Ivana Vasic-Lalovic Michael Galant Francisco Amsler / April 11, 2024