RA Minister of Finance Vahe Hovhannisyan received the newly appointed permanent representative of the International Monetary Fund in Armenia Natalia Nowta. RA Ministry of Finance informs about it.

Minister Hovhannisyan congratulated Ms. Nowta on assuming the position, expressing confidence that further cooperation will be effective and mutually beneficial. He also expressed special thanks to IMF Permanent Representative Umang Rawat for his dedication and consistent partnership during his tenure.

During the meeting, the parties emphasized the successful completion of the first summary review within the framework of the “Stand-By Arrangement” implemented with the support of the IMF, as well as the agreement reached on economic policies. The progress of the implementation of the structural benchmarks provided by the program was also emphasized, and the further expansion of the IMF’s technical support was highlighted.

The parties reaffirmed their willingness to continue and deepen effective and constructive cooperation.

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