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Complete List of Speeches, 2011–2019
Ingredients for Malaysia’s Economic Prosperity June 24, 2019
Forging a Stronger Social Contract—the IMF’s Approach to Social Spending June 14, 2019
Strengthening the Economic Engine: Prosperity and Resilience of CESEE Economies in a Changing Trade Landscape June 12, 2019
The Next Steps for International Cooperation in Fintech June 8, 2019
Opening Remarks at the United States 2019 Article IV Press Conference June 6, 2019
Mexico: An Opportunity for Financial Inclusion May 28, 2019
Georgia—Harnessing Reforms to Boost Inclusive Growth May 20, 2019
Uzbekistan’s Reforms: A New Equation for Inclusive Growth and Cooperation May 17, 2019
Finding a Path to the Higher Plain of Inclusive Growth May 16, 2019
How to Ensure the Effective and Sustainable Financing of International Development May 7, 2019
A Personal View on Leadership April 30, 2019
BRI 2.0: Stronger Frameworks in the New Phase of Belt and Road April 26, 2019
Belt and Road Initiative: Two Key Channels to Achieving Financial Connectivity April 24, 2019
A Delicate Moment for the Global Economy: Tree Priority Areas for Action April 2, 2019
Opening Remarks at the Spring Meetings Press Conference April 11, 2019
The Euro Area: Creating a Stronger Economic Ecosystem March 28, 2019
Opening Remarks on Corporate Taxation in the Global Economy March 25, 2019
Portugal and the Global Economy: The Way Forward March 1, 2019
The Financial Sector: Redefining a Broader Sense of Purpose February 28, 2019
A Commitment to Shared Prosperity: The Next Chapter of Unity in Europe February 14, 2019
SME Development and Financial Inclusion in the Arab World February 10, 2019
Laying the Foundations of Good Fiscal Management in the Arab World February 9, 2019
Opening Remarks at the World Economic Outlook Press Conference January 21, 2019
Ghana: Planting Economic Seeds for Future Prosperity December 18, 2018
Looking Ahead to Chart Today’s Course: The Future of Work in sub-Saharan Africa December 17, 2018
Age of Ingenuity: Reimagining 21st Century International Cooperation December 4, 2018
Opening Remarks at the 2018 High-Level Caribbean Conference November 26, 2018
Winds of Change: The Case for New Digital Currency November 14, 2018
Three Bridges to a Prosperous Future November 5, 2018
New Economic Landscape, New Multilateralism October 11, 2018
Opening Remarks at the Annual Meetings Press Conference October 11, 2018
How Global Trade Can Promote Growth for All October 10, 2018
‘Steer, Don’t Drift’: Managing Rising Risks to Keep the Global Economy on Course October 1, 2018
Promoting Peace, Tolerance, and Respect September 26, 2018
Keynote Address at Secretary-General’s High-Level Meeting on Financing the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development September 24, 2018
The Helen Alexander Lecture: The Case for the Sustainable Development Goals September 17, 2018
Opening Remarks at the United Kingdom Article IV Press Conference September 17, 2018
Managing Debt Vulnerabilities in Low-Income Countries September 13, 2018
Opening Remarks at the 2018 Michel Camdessus Central Banking Lecture September 6, 2018
Euro 2.0: Past, Present, and Future of Euro Area Integration June 25, 2018
Opening Remarks at the United States 2018 Article IV Consultation June 14, 2018
Introductory Remarks at Foreign Policy’s Diplomat of the Year Award June 13, 2018
Address to St. Petersburg International Economic Forum May 25, 2018
Creating a Better Global Trade System May 14, 2018
The Class of 2018: A New Odyssey May 12, 2018
Belt and Road Initiative: Strategies to Deliver in the Next Phase April 12, 2018
Fix the Roof While the Window of Opportunity is Open: Tree Priorities for the Global Economy April 11, 2018
Minding the Gaps to Deliver Prosperity for Asia April 10, 2018
A Compass to Prosperity: The Next Steps of Euro Area Economic Integration March 26, 2018
ASEAN and the IMF: Working Together to Foster Inclusive Growth February 27, 2018
Spending Reform for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth in Arab Countries February 9, 2018
IMF and BIS—Working Together to Boost Financial Stability February 8, 2018
Scaling-up the Inclusive Growth Agenda in the Arab Region January 30, 2018
Opening Remarks at the World Economic Outlook Update Press Conference January 22, 2018
Opening Remarks at the 2017 United Kingdom Article IV Press Conference December 20, 2017
Djibouti—Harnessing Trade and Technology for Inclusive Growth December 18, 2017
The Foundations of Technological Transformation in Africa December 15, 2017
Benin: Harnessing the Power of Economic Diversification December 12, 2017
Opening Remarks at the 2017 High-Level Caribbean Forum: Unleashing Growth and Strengthening Resilience November 16, 2017
Japan and the IMF: Working Together to Promote Inclusive and Sustainable Growth November 7, 2017
Opening Remarks at the 18th Jacques Polak Annual Research Conference: The Global Financial Cycle November 2, 2017
Towards a More Secure Recovery Shared by All October 13, 2017
Opening Remarks at the IMF Research Conference on Globalization October 11, 2017
A Time to Repair the Roof October 5, 2017
Central Banking and Fintech—A Brave New World? September 29, 2017
Statement to the UN High-Level Panel on Women’s Economic Empowerment September 19, 2017
Opening Remarks at the 2017 Michel Camdessus Central Banking Lecture September 18, 2017
Addressing Corruption with Clarity September 18, 2017
Asia-Pacific Region: Gearing Up for the Next Transformation September 6, 2017
Together, Korea’s Women and Economy Can Soar September 5, 2017
Working Together to Fight Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing June 22, 2017
What Comes Next? May 20, 2017
Belt and Road Initiative: Strengthening Financial Connectivity May 14, 2017
Belt and Road Initiative: Proven Policies and New Economic Links May 14, 2017
Building a More Resilient and Inclusive Global Economy April 12, 2017
Reinvigorating Productivity Growth April 3, 2017
Generating Public Revenue to Build Resilient Economies February 12, 2017
Harnessing the Power of Transparency February 8, 2017
Financial Stability and Pan-African Banking February 1, 2017
Becoming the Champion: Uganda’s Development Challenge January 27, 2017
Standing with the Central African Republic January 25, 2017
Peru—Seizing Opportunities in a Changing Global Economy November 18, 2016
The Business Case for Women’s Empowerment November 18, 2016
Women’s Empowerment: An Economic Game Changer November 14, 2016
Opening Remarks at the 17th Jacques Polak Annual Research Conference: Macroeconomics After the Great Recession November 3, 2016
Pakistan and Emerging Markets in the World Economy October 24, 2016
The Role of Business in Supporting a More Inclusive Global Economy October 10, 2016
Managing an Inclusive Transition for the Global Economy October 7, 2016
Boosting Growth and Adjusting to Change September 28, 2016
Mending the Trust Divide September 18, 2016
Making Globalization Work for All September 13, 2016
Relations in Banking–Making it Work for Everyone July 18, 2016
Doubling Down on Development July 14, 2016
Keynote Address at the Paris Club 60th Anniversary July 1, 2016
Opening Remarks at the 2016 Michel Camdessus Central Banking Lecture June 24, 2016
Opening Remarks at the 2016 United States Article IV Press Conference June 22, 2016
Unity in Diversity: The Case for Europe June 17, 2016
Managing Spillovers—Striking the Right Balance of Domestic Objectives and External Stability June 16, 2016
Kazakhstan–Embracing the Next Transformation May 24, 2016
Opening Remarks at the IMF-CGD Event on Financial Inclusion: Macroeconomic and Regulatory Challenges April 11, 2016
Decisive Action to Secure Durable Growth April 5, 2016
The Role of Emerging Markets in a New Global Partnership for Growth February 4, 2016
The Case for a Global Policy Upgrade January 12, 2016
CEMAC: A Stronger Community for Stronger and More Inclusive Growth January 8, 2016
Nigeria—Act with Resolve, Build Resilience, and Exercise Restraint January 6, 2016
The Role of Personal Accountability in Reforming Culture and Behavior in the Financial Services Industry November 5, 2015
Catalyst for Change: Empowering Women and Tackling Income Inequality October 22, 2015
Brothers and Sisters, There is Much to Do October 9, 2015
Managing the Transition to a Healthier Global Economy September 30, 2015
Liberia: Overcoming Challenges—Past, Present, and Future September 11, 2015
Tunisia—A People United, A Destiny Responding September 9, 2015
Delivering on the Promise of 2025 September 6, 2015
The Future of Asian Finance: Ensuring Stability and Continued Prosperity September 2, 2015
Poised for Take-off—Unleashing Indonesia’s Economic Potential September 1, 2015
Seizing a Once-in-a-Generation Opportunity July 8, 2015
Lifting the Small Boats June 17, 2015
The Changing Landscape of Financial Intermediation June 4, 2015
Commencement Address at the Illinois Institute of Technology May 16, 2015
Opening Remarks at the 2015 Camdessus Central Banking Lecture May 14, 2015
Ethics and Finance—Aligning Financial Incentives with Societal Objectives May 6, 2015
Reinvigorate Trade to Boost Global Economic Growth April 23, 2015
Remarks at High-Level Ebola Meeting: The Road to Recovery April 17, 2015
Remarks at World Bank Climate Ministerial Meeting April 17, 2015
Lift Growth Today, Tomorrow, Together April 9, 2015
Monetary Policy in the New Normal March 22, 2015
Opening Remarks at the 2015 China Development Forum March 22, 2015
Statement on the Catastrophe Containment and Relief Trust February 5, 2015
Three “Rosetta Moments” for the Global Economy in 2015 January 15, 2015
The IMF at 70: Making the Right Choices—Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow October 10, 2014
Challenges of Job-Rich and Inclusive Growth October 8, 2014
The Challenge Facing the Global Economy: New Momentum to Overcome a New Mediocre October 2, 2014
The Economic Power of Women’s Empowerment September 12, 2014
Supporting the European Recovery in a Rapidly Changing World July 18, 2014
Investment for the Future—Higher Investment for Stronger Growth July 6, 2014
Opening Remarks at the Inaugural Camdessus Central Banking Lecture July 2, 2014
Africa Rising—Building to the Future May 29, 2014
Economic Inclusion and Financial Integrity May 27, 2014
Navigating Monetary Policy in the New Normal, Monetary Policy in a Changing Financial Landscape May 25, 2014
Closing Remarks at the Conference on Building the Future: Jobs, Growth, and Fairness in the Arab World May 12, 2014
The Arab Countries in Transition—Strengthening the Economic Middle May 8, 2014
Opening Remarks at the Conference on Monetary Policy in the New Normal April 13, 2014
The Road to Sustainable Global Growth—the Policy Agenda April 2, 2014
China’s Next Transformation: The Key Steps Forward March 23, 2014
China’s Youth: Global Leaders, Global Citizen March 23, 2014
Opening Remarks at the China Development Forum March 23, 2014
The Global Economy in 2014 January 15, 2014
Mali at the Dawn of the New Year: From Crisis to Recovery January 9, 2014
Outlook for Europe: Boosting Growth and Employment December 10, 2013
Addressing Challenges in Gulf Cooperation Council Economies November 10, 2013
The Future Global Economy and the Future Fund October 11, 2013
Managing the New Transitions in the Global Economy October 3, 2013
The Global Calculus of Unconventional Monetary Policies August 23, 2013
Eastern Europe and Romania—The Path to Prosperity by Christine Lagarde in Bucharest July 16, 2013
The Global Policy Actions Needed to Stay Ahead of the Crisis April 10, 2013
Fulfilling the Asian Dream—Lasting Growth and Shared Prosperity April 7, 2013
Unleashing the Economic Potential of the Maghreb—the Role of Foreign Investment January 9, 2013
Toward a Second Ivoirien Miracle January 7, 2013
Global Financial Sector Reform: An Unfinished Agenda October 25, 2012
The Road Ahead—A Changing Global Economy, A Changing IMF October 12, 2012
Opening Remarks at the Signing Ceremony for 2012 Bilateral Borrowing Agreements October 11, 2012
New Perspectives on Asia’s Role in the Global Economy July 12, 2012
Partnership and Recovery—The Shared Path to Global Stability and Growth July 6, 2012
Completing the Task: Financial Sector Reform for Stability and Growth June 8, 2012
Latvia and the Baltics a Story of Recovery June 5, 2012
Africa’s Future: Responding to Today’s Global Economic Challenges December 20, 2011
Global Connections and Global Citizens May 23, 2012
The Legacy of Charlemagne—Wolfgang Schäuble and European Integration May 16, 2012
Anchoring Stability to Sustain Higher and Better Growth May 7, 2012
Banque de France Financial Stability Review on Public Debt—Special Address to Panel Discussion April 21, 2012
IMF/Center for Financial Policy Roundtable on the Future of Financial Regulation April 17, 2012
Seizing the Moment—Thinking Beyond the Crisis April 12, 2012
Cooperation and Connectedness April 3, 2012
Global Challenges in 2012 January 23, 2012
Securing Niger’s Economic Future in Uncertain Global Economic Times December 21, 2011
Africa’s Future: Responding to Today’s Global Economic Challenges December 20, 2011
An Address to the 2011 International Finance Forum November 9, 2011
Global and Regional Policy Challenges November 7, 2011
The Challenges for the Global Economy September 9, 2011
Challenges and Opportunities for the World Economy and the IMF July 26, 2011
Complete List of IMF Blog Posts
How to Help, Not Hinder Global Growth June 5, 2019
Getting Real on Meeting Paris Climate Change Commitments May 3, 2019
Corporate Taxation in the Global Economy March 25, 2019
A Global Imperative March 8, 2019
Unlimited Opportunities: Creating More Jobs for Young People in Emerging Market and Developing Economies January 22, 2019
When History Rhymes November 5, 2018
Economic Gains from Gender Inclusion: Even Greater Than You Thought November 28, 2018
G20: Step Up to Boost Inclusive Growth November 28, 2019
Realizing the Potential of the G20 Compact with Africa October 30, 2018
Give Today’s Children a Chance September 24, 2018
Ten Years After Lehman—Lessons Learned and Challenges Ahead September 5, 2018
Shifting Tides: Policy Challenges and Opportunities for the G20 July 18, 2018
Estimating Cyber Risk for the Financial Sector June 22, 2018
Creating a Better Global Trade System May 29, 2018
Shining a Bright Light into the Dark Corners of Weak Governance and Corruption April 22, 2018
An Even-handed Approach to Crypto-Assets April 16, 2018
Policy Actions to Sustain Growth and Guard Against Risks March 15, 2018
Addressing the Dark Side of the Crypto World March 13, 2018
Ending Harassment Helps #TheEconomyToo March 5, 2018
A Dream Deferred: Inequality and Poverty Across Generations in Europe January 24, 2018
Tree German Economic Challenges with European Effect January 17, 2018
Corruption Disruption December 8, 2017
Stepping up the Fight Against Money Laundering and Terrorist Financing July 26, 2017
No Time to Stand Still: Strengthening Global Growth and Building Inclusive Economies July 5, 2017
Fintech—Capturing the Benefits, Avoiding the Risks June 20, 2017
The Compact with Africa—The Contribution of the IMF June 12, 2017
Protecting Education and Health Spending in Low-Income Countries June 6, 2017
Fintech—A Brave New World for the Financial Sector? March 21, 2017
Maintaining the Positive Momentum of the Global Economy March 14, 2017
The Fruits of Growth: Economic Reforms and Lower Inequality January 26, 2017
The Calculus of Conflict in the Middle East September 16, 2016
To Boost Growth: Employ More Women September 14, 2016
We Need Forceful Policies to Avoid the Low-Growth Trap September 1, 2016
The US Economy: Above 2, Below 5, and 4 P’s June 22, 2016
Doing It All—Women Boost the Bottom Line for Home, Firm, and Country March 7, 2016
Migration: A Global Issue in Need of a Global Solution November 11, 2015
US Economy Returning to Growth, but Pockets of Vulnerability June 4, 2015
Reigniting Strong and Inclusive Growth in Brazil May 28, 2015
Fair Play—Equal Laws for Equal Working Opportunity for Women February 23, 2015
Time to Act on the G-20 Agenda: The Global Economy Will Thank You February 6, 2015
Unlocking Latin America’s Huge Potential December 2, 2014
Jobs and Growth: Supporting the European Recovery January 28, 2014
Mali—At the Dawn of a New Year January 11, 2014
A New Frontier for Kenya and Africa January 8, 2014
Myanmar: Awakening to Countless Possibilities December 9, 2013
Korea: Keeping It Dynamic December 6, 2013
Cambodia: Moving Beyond the Frontier December 4, 2013
Back to Asia November 29, 2013
Building Bridges to The Future in the Gulf November 12, 2013
Great Transitions in the Global Economy October 10, 2013
Women Can Help Grow the World Economy September 23, 2013
An Open and Diverse Economy to Benefit All Algerians March 18, 2013
What We Can Do to Improve Women’s Economic Opportunities March 8, 2013
Building on Latin America’s Success December 6, 2012
Sendai: A Tale of Natural Disaster, Resilience, and Recovery October 10, 2012
How to Get the Balance Right: Fiscal Policy at a Time of Crisis May 6, 2012
Women in Leadership March 9, 2012
Saudi Arabia: A Key Regional and Global Player February 8, 2012
Hope and Perseverance on Tunisia’s Demanding Road Ahead February 2, 2012
The Arab Spring, One Year On December 6, 2011
Resolve and Determination—How We Get Out of This Together September 27, 2011
Complete List of IMF Finance & Development Magazine Articles
Updating Bretton Woods June 2019
A Global Imperative March 2019
The Voice of Youth June 2017
Path to Development June 2015
Focus, Flexibility, Service September 2014
Dare the Difference June 2013
Fragmentation Risks September 2012
