IMF Today
Washington, DC
October 22-25, 2024
IMF Today is an award-winning live broadcast program that goes beyond the day’s headlines and delivers a deep dive on topics of interest to stakeholders and participants during the IMF-World Bank Group 2024 Annual Meetings. Bringing you influential voices via live and recorded interviews, it examines the key themes from the Meetings from different angles.Episode One: Tuesday, October 22
Join Daniel Risch, Prime Minister of Liechtenstein, as he discusses the country’s recent IMF membership and its implications for global economic engagement. Following him, Alvin Hilaire, Governor of the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago, will explore the future of E-Money systems and their impact on the global economy. Vera Daves de Sousa, Minister of Finance of Angola, will address how to balance borrowing strategies while promoting sustainable economic growth. Don’t miss this session for key insights and forward-looking perspectives!
- Daniel Risch, Prime Minister of Liechtenstein
- Alvin Hilaire, Governor of the Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago
- Vera Daves de Sousa, Minister of Finance of Angola
Episode Two: Wednesday, October 23
Tune in for a conversation with Barbados Prime Minister Mia Mottley, who will discuss bold strategies to tackle the pressing issue of debt management and climate change. And Ghana’s Finance Minister Mohammed Amin Adam will address the challenges of handling debt in low-income countries. Today’s show will provide a deep dive into transformative economic reforms.
- Mia Mottley, Prime Minister of Barbados
- Mohammed Amin Adam, Minister of Finance, Ghana
Episode Three: Thursday, October 24
Get the latest on the future of digital currency with IMF Deputy Managing Director Bo Li. Also, hear from Francois Villeroy de Galhau, Governor of the Banque de France, on strategies for fostering medium-term growth. This episode covers a wide range of critical economic issues.
- Bo Li, IMF Deputy Managing Director
- Francois Villeroy de Galhau, Governor of the Banque de France
Episode Four: Friday, October 25
As the 2024 Annual Meetings come to a close, IMF Communications Director Julie Kozack will recap the key moments and developments from the week. To mark 80 years since the Bretton Woods Conference, IMF historian Rex Ghosh will offer a fascinating look into the Fund’s journey and future outlook. Don’t miss this reflective and forward-looking conclusion!
- Julie Kozack, IMF Communications Director
- Rex Ghosh, IMF Historian