An International Monetary Fund (IMF) mission, led by Ivanna Vladkova Hollar, visited Chisinau during November 29-December 2 to discuss the preparations of the 2017 budget and financial sector issues, IPN reports, quoting a press statement of the IMF Office in Moldova.
“The mission held productive discussions with the Moldovan authorities. Agreement was reached on measures supporting the 2017 budget, which is expected to be approved by end year,” Ms. Vladkova Hollar said at the conclusion of the visit. “Work also continues on the rehabilitation of the financial sector, which is necessary to pave the way for restarting credit growth. Staff will review progress on policies and commitments under Moldova’s ECF/EFF program during the first review discussions.”
The first review discussions are expected in February 2017.