IMF Regional Economic Outlook outlines opportunities for regional economic recovery in 2021
Protecting lives and livelihoods remains the immediate priority due to the global Covid-19 pandemic
Unprecedented global policy intervention has helped to cushion the economic impacts of the pandemic, with governments in the region acting swiftly and resolutely
Looking ahead, policymakers must remain nimble as countries pivot from the immediate response to support the recovery and should act decisively to build stronger, more resilient, and more inclusive economies